Job Details
| Region: | 10 |
| School District/Employer: | Dallas ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | Central Office |
| Position: | Executive Director |
| Assignment Level: | |
| Job Title: | Executive Director |
| School: | Dallas ISD - Construction Services |
| Campus Description: | Construction Services |
| Date Posted: | 11/9/2021 |
| Deadline: | 2021-12-05 |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | 1. Serve as the Deputy Chief of Construction Services, in the absence of the Deputy Chief. 2. Oversee the departments construction functions and collaborate with the Bond office team and staff. 3. Work closely with construction industry representatives, design professionals and program manager to assist in their understanding of the bond program. 4. Provide oversight over the construction services of the program manager(s). 5. Assist in the development or revision of department construction procedures. Participate in the updating of the Contract for construction(s). 6. Participate in the evaluation and selection of contractors. Chair the negotiation sessions. 7. Assist in the administration of construction contracts and in the preparation of such documents as required by contract. 8. Ensure potential construction problems are quickly identified, brought to the attention of the Deputy Chief, and promptly addressed. 9. Ensure progress on all construction sites is monitored and appropriate records are kept on each project to ensure compliance with contract documents. 10. Assist in ensuring coordination and consultation with school and central administrative personnel, contractors and inspectors regarding facility construction schedules, progress, and corrective actions. 11. Maintain comprehensive knowledge and record of all on-going construction projects. 12. Recommend approval/disapproval of construction project change orders. 13. Assist in interfacing with other agencies to ensure timely project completion. 14. Evaluate program manager(s), contractor(s) and design professionals performance. 15. Supervise the activities of the program manager(s) and other professionals in accordance with the Districts policies and applicable local, state and federal laws and regulation; responsibilities include, addressing problems and resolving complaints. 16. Review Scope to Budget, invoices, validate work, and exercise sign-off approval as appropriate. 17. Provide oversight and monitoring of all projects to ensure on-time and on-budget completion. 18. Work closely with the Program Manager and Bond office staff 19. Provide summary briefings to the Deputy Chief 20. Review the project design for compliance with scope and District Standards. 21. Develop project construction budget during all design phases. 22. Monitor that projects proceed on schedule and within the allotted design and construction budget. 23. Identify and manage risk issues on projects. 24. Oversee the research and evaluate unprecedented architectural problems as they arise and recommend the appropriate resources to solve the issues. 25. Manage the project during construction, including technical issues, budget, schedule and changes/change orders. 26. Participate in the development of criteria for selection of Architects, Contractors and other parties when required by the District procedures. 27. Oversee the preparation of technical documents in coordination with other technical staff and the project teams. 28. Review and recommend approval/disapproval of RFPs and required contracts prepared by the District/consultants. 29. Participate in the procurement process, including selection, negotiations and contracting when required by the District procedures. 30. Evaluate technical recommendations provided by the Program Manager, Architects and others involved in all aspects of the planning, design and construction process. 31. Participate in the constructability review process. 32. Participate in selective project meetings and substantial completion walk. Approve/disapprove project substantial completions. 33. Performs other duties as assigned and/or required. |
| Qualifications: | 1. Bachelors degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or a directly related field. Texas Professional Engineering or Architectural Registration, or Certified Construction Manager preferred. 2. Experience in a supervisory or managerial position for at least 5 years is required. 3. Experience of at least 15 years in engineering and construction administration is required. 4. Familiarity with K-12 design and construction issues and trends is highly desirable 5. Demonstrated leadership and administrative abilities through the management of major segments of a school district or other mid-to large size entities with heavy emphases in facilities maintenance, development, or construction. 6. Ability to provide input and work in coordination with the Program Management Firms and other parties involved in the Bond Program. 7. Demonstrated ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. 8. Demonstrated ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries and complaints. 9. Demonstrated ability to write speeches and articles and develop and deliver presentations using original or innovative techniques or style. 10. Demonstrated ability to deliver effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topic to top management, public groups, and/or Board of Trustees. 11. Excellent problem solving and analytical skills. 12. Strong project management skills 13. Understanding of project accounting principles 14. Understanding of basic construction and design contract law practices. |
| Salary Range: | Minimum: $135,595 |
| Benefits: | |
| How To Apply: | DALLAS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, CONSTRUCTION SERVICES Dallas Independent School District, located in Dallas, TX is seeking a person with strong leadership and interpersonal skills to be the second in command to the Deputy Chief of Construction Services for a district of 155,000+ students. Bond Management Skills needed. The salary will be in the range of $ 135,000-$165,000 midpoint, including an excellent comprehensive benefits package. The final salary for the successful candidate will be negotiated and determined based upon proven experience, qualifications and meeting Board criteria. Interested candidates may apply online at: GRRecruiting.com Ph: (888) 319-7949 E-mail: Infor@grrecruiting.com Application Deadline: December 5, 2021 Please do not contact the Board or District directly. |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Patricia Serrano |
| Email: | pburciaga@dallasisd.org |
| Address: | 9400 North Central Expressway, 14th Floor |
| City: | Dallas |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 75231 |
| Phone: | (972) 925-4263 |
| Fax: | (972) 925-3201 |