1383 Associate Director - Architect, Planning, Design and Construction

POSITION IDENTIFICATION

TITLE Associate Director - Architect, Planning, Design, and Construction

CLASSIFICATION NUMBER 1383

GRADE 47

CLASSIFICATION Exempt

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR University Architect and Director of Planning, Design and Construction

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Associate Director – Architect, Planning, Design and Construction assists the University Architect in the planning and execution of capital projects and physical improvements undertaken by the University. The Associate Director – Architect, Planning, Design and Construction supports the integration of sustainable design, respect for the environment, and the conservation of resources in every project the University undertakes. The Associate Director –Architect, Planning, Design and Construction provides supervision of other professional staff while providing management of assigned projects within the University system, including coordinating all activities from programming and concept through occupant move-in, with the primary focus on the application of architectural knowledge as it applies to the design of commercial and institutional buildings. The Associate Director – Architect, Planning, Design and Construction is a delegate to the Board of Governors and other campus entities when the University Architect is unavailable.

MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Architecture is required. An equivalent combination of years of experience and education may be considered for substitution of educational requirements.

Experience: A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience as an Architect is required. LEED AP certification is preferred. Experience in operations, administration, personnel management, and supervision with institutions of higher education or with similar large organizations is required. Experience in all aspects of the architectural profession is preferred including programming ability, conceptualization, visual presentations in various media, and preparation of construction documents that clearly convey the requirements of intended designs for the purpose of bidding and constructing commercial and institutional facilities.

Licensure: Architectural registration is required. Missouri registration is required or must be obtained within twelve months of the date of hire. Accreditation through the United States Green Building Council in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is preferred. Membership to the American Institute of Architects (AIA) is preferred.

Skills: Demonstrated experience working effectively in a diverse environment is required. Strong knowledge of building codes, industry standards, building accessibility requirements, contract language applicable to the construction industry, and applicable statutes of the State of Missouri is required. A strong knowledge of materials and methods of construction, including proper detailing of architectural building systems is required. Knowledge of CAD and other graphic programs is required. The ability to prepare sketches and renderings in various forms of media to adequately convey the concepts of projects or prepare representations of expected final constructed results is required. Preparing presentations and experience in presenting to large groups is required. The ability to review plans and specifications and to coordinate the contract documents between responsible parties is required. Management skills are required, particularly the ability to develop and manage budgets, analyze, organize, plan, and delegate. Demonstrated skills in problem-solving, decision making, and conflict resolution are required. Supervisory skills are required, particularly the ability to train, orientate, instruct, and evaluate others. Computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheet, and similar applications is required. Strong verbal and written communications skills are required. The ability to communicate with the University community, the public, and the media regarding planning, design and construction issues is required. The ability to gather and thoroughly analyze information to make well-founded recommendations to the University’s senior administration is required. The ability to work collegially with a wide variety of constituencies possessing various levels of planning and design knowledge is required.

Effort: Requires the ability to move throughout the campus on foot, including climbing stairs in all University buildings, and stairs and/or ladders on construction sites.

Other: This position is designated “sensitive” as defined by University policy. The scope of the job frequently requires responding to emergency or unforeseen situations around-the-clock and may require working in the evenings and on weekends to fulfill job functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provides strategic direction and oversight for all phases of planning, design, and construction projects, from concept development through to completion of award-winning projects. Ensure adherence to all applicable codes, project scope, budget, and schedule.

2. Leads a multidisciplinary team of project managers, architects, engineers, and contractors. Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment, promoting professional growth and development among team members.

3. Develops and implement campus-wide strategic plans for infrastructure development and renovation projects. Align project priorities with the University's mission, academic priorities, and sustainability goals.

4. Manages project budgets, forecast maintenance and repair budgets, and other project related expenditures. Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies without compromising quality or project goals.

5. Establishes and enforces standards for design and construction quality. Ensure compliance with building codes, regulations, and industry best practices.

6. Collaborates closely with University stakeholders, including academic departments, administrative units, campus leadership and student organizations. Maintain strong communication channels to solicit input, address concerns, and build consensus.

7. Integrates sustainable design principles and practices into all construction and renovation projects. Promote environmentally responsible building strategies, energy efficiency, and resource conservation.

8. Identifies potential risks and proactively develop mitigation strategies. Monitor project progress and address issues promptly to minimize disruptions and delays.

9. Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, maintaining required and appropriate professional designations, and attending training and/or courses as directed by the supervisor.

10. Contributes to the overall success of Planning, Design and Construction by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

SUPERVISION

The Associate Director – Architect, Planning, Design and Construction is supervised by the University Architect and Director of Planning, Design and Construction and supervises assigned professional staff in the office of Planning, Design and Construction.

OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES

REVISED JANUARY 2025

JOB FAMILY 4

Factor 1: Professional Knowledge, Skill, and Technical Mastery

Level 5.0 - 3300 Points: Knowledge of the principles and methods of an administrative, managerial, or professional field such as accounting or auditing, financial management, information technology, business administration, human resources, engineering, law, social sciences, communications, education, or medicine. Knowledge permits employee to supervise projects and/or departments using standard methods to improve administrative and/or line operations. Knowledge also permits employee to plan steps and carry out multi-phase projects requiring problem definition and modified techniques, to coordinate work with others, and to modify methods and procedures to solve a wide variety of problems. Knowledge at this level requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree with substantial related work experience, including up to two years of administrative or supervisory experience. Alternatively, this level may require a professional or clinical degree beyond the Bachelor's degree with moderate related work experience; knowledge requirements include significant levels of related work experience.

Factor 2: Supervisory Responsibility

Level 3.0 - 270 Points: Supervision of a limited number of (a) operative, administrative support, or paraprofessional employees who do not exercise a full range of supervisory responsibilities over other full-time employees, (b) a very small number of professional employees, or an equivalent combination of (a) and (b). The incumbent performs a full range of supervisory responsibilities including performance reviews of subordinates. The incumbent is generally responsible for training, planning, and directing the work of permanent employees, and provides major input into hiring decisions. Supervisory responsibilities consume moderate amounts of work time and may include general work planning tasks.

Factor 3: Interactions with Others

Level 5.0 - 850 Points: Interactions are highly unstructured and incumbents are often required to resolve difficult and unstructured problems. Interactions are commonly with administrators, cost-center heads, high level committees, or external constituents in order to defend, negotiate, or resolve controversial and/or long-range issues and problems. Interactions occur in situations subject to divergent views, skepticism, resistance, uncooperative attitudes, and conflicting objectives. Interactions often require high levels of interpersonal skill and require the ability to influence, interrogate, or control others through debate, persuasion, or authoritative recognition and require strong analytical and decision-making skills.

Factor 4: Job Controls and Guidelines

Level 3.0 - 500 Points: The employee operates under general supervision expressed in terms of program goals and objectives, priorities, and deadlines. Administrative supervision is given through statements of overall program or project objectives and available resources. Administrative guidelines are relatively comprehensive and the employee need only to fill in gaps in interpretation and adapt established methods to perform recurring activities. In unforeseen situations, the employee must interpret inadequate or incomplete guidelines, develop plans, and initiate new methods to complete assignments based on those interpretations. Assignments are normally related in function, but the work requires many different processes and methods applied to an established administrative or professional field. Problems are typically the result of unusual circumstances, variations in approach, or incomplete or conflicting data. The employee must interpret and refine methods to complete assignments. Characteristic jobs at this level may involve directing single-purpose programs or performing complex, but precedented, technical or professional work.

Factor 5: Managerial Responsibility

Level 5.0 - 2350 Points: Work involves primary accountability for a larger department, program, or process. Work activities involve managerial decisions that directly affect the efficiency, costs, reputation, and service quality of the department, program, or process. Work affects a limited range of professional projects or administrative activities of the University, influences internal or external operations, or impacts students, faculty, and/or staff. Work activities have a direct and significant impact on the department. Work activities also have a significant effect on the efficiency and reputation of the cost center and represent a relatively major function within the cost center. At this level would be jobs in which the incumbent may have responsibility for developing budgets, distributing budgeted funds, and exercising primary control over a moderately-sized budget.