Director of Design and Construction

The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) seeks an innovative, dynamic Professional to serve as its Director of Design and Construction, reporting to the Associate Vice President for Facilities Management.

At UMBC, a vibrant 14,000-student suburban research university, ranked by Times Higher Education as one of the top universities in the U.S. and the world, the selected candidate will join an innovative and diverse leadership team working at an institution named by the Chronicle of Higher Education as one of the best academic workplaces in the nation for the past ten years.  For more information on UMBC visit: 

The successful candidate will provide senior leadership and oversight for all aspects of campus construction and renovation projects in support of a 4 million SF, 512-acre campus.  Responsibilities include selecting and managing the services of architects, engineers and consultants through all phases of design and construction, assist with the development of our capital improvement plan and system funded construction program. The Director will create and sustain an environment that maximizes the contribution of each team member in fulfilling UMBC’s mission while focusing on continuous quality improvement, realizing efficiencies, reducing costs, and delivering projects on time and in budget.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction, or related field from an accredited institution (an advanced degree and Professional Licensure as an Architect or Engineer is desired).  Seven to ten years of increasingly responsible experience in capital planning, facilities design, construction, development and oversight of capital projects and providing oversight and direction to architects, engineers and contractors is required.  The successful candidate must exhibit a broad knowledge of the design and construction process and be knowledgeable about codes and standards.   Extensive leadership experience, technical expertise, and problem-solving ability and a demonstrated ability to function as part of a collegial, high-performing team are required.  Must demonstrate the ability to interpret plans, sketches, drawings and blueprints of buildings and equipment and effectively communicate these details, concepts or design ideas to various technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Position is full-time and includes a generous university benefits package. Note: Position will require a background check.

For best consideration, submit a cover letter and resume by July 05, 2021 (Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.)  Apply for this staff position at .

UMBC is an EOE/AA