The University is looking for an Engineering Manager for Campus Maintenance to oversee operations, manage projects, and ensure compliance with codes and standards, while also providing technical guidance and leadership.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering and five (5) years of related experience required.
- Experience in budget administration and proficiency with a wide range of personal computer hardware and software, including Excel spreadsheets.
- Ability to provide leadership, counsel, and motivation while demonstrating commitment to departmental and organizational goals.
- Skilled in developing and executing action plans quickly in response to urgent or unexpected needs.
- Demonstrates experience in high-level decision-making to guide projects and resolve challenges.
- Ability to be available to receive calls on weekends, nights, and holidays on a regular and continuous basis.
- Possess the necessary physical requirements, with or without the aid of mechanical devices, to safely perform the duties and responsibilities of this position to include: Lifting, moving and carrying a minimum of fifty (50) pounds.
Responsibilities
- Applies extensive knowledge of engineering practices, principles, and scientific problem-solving methods.
- Oversees maintenance projects, renovations, and enhancements to campus infrastructure.
- Develops engineering designs and provides technical expertise to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Develops and executes engineering processes, communication strategies, and operational improvements.
- Provides engineering-related expertise, training, and problem resolution across departmental activities.
- Prepares analyses, reports, and documentation for project and departmental administration.
- Ensures ongoing compliance with UAB, State, and Departmental Purchasing procedures.
Other
- The incumbent will serve as the individual “in responsible charge” of engineering work and will provide administrative support for both departmental and project-related activities.
- This position also includes supervisory responsibilities for subordinate personnel within the department.
- Plans, implements, and monitors departmental budgets, goals, and objectives.
- Assists in formulating divisional strategies and implementing policies.
- Manages supervisors and departmental employees, ensuring efficient workflow and strict adherence to safety protocols.
