Director of Facility Planning, Engineering and Construction

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The Director of Facility Planning, Engineering and Construction reports directly to the Vice Chancellor of Finance and Administration.  The Division of Finance and Administration include the departments of Facilities Planning and Construction, Financial Operations, Financial Planning and Budget, Facility Services, Information Technology, Human Resources, University Police and Parking Services, Office of Sustainability, Risk Management / Environmental Health and Safety. The Director of Facility Planning, Engineering and Design is responsible for all design and construction projects at University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point.  The position leads a team of campus planners, project managers, and designers. The department is ultimately responsible for coordinating the implementation of the capital projects and the overall management of physical space in coordination with the expressed needs of academic programs and other relevant areas.  This position works closely with units across campus to deliver projects which meet the needs of campus stakeholders.  The Director will ensure that all planning, design and construction projects are completed on time and on budget to support the campus mission and initiatives.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Identifies, proposes, and implements new or revised unit operational and design policies, procedures and guidelines based on project plan and development

• Develops, directs, and implements architectural and engineering project strategies and execution plans

• Serves as the unit liaison to internal stakeholder groups providing organizational information to align project objectives with overall strategic plans and initiatives

• Develops and audits the unit budget and reporting documentation

• Exercises supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees

Department:

The Facilities Planning, Engineering, & Design (PED) office is responsible for short- and long-range planning and implementation of improvements to the University's physical facilities. They are key to ensuring the success of the Campus Capital Plan. The PED office is responsible for the oversight of capital projects, internal renovation projects, and space planning. The PED office works with user groups across campus to understand facility and project needs.

Compensation & Benefits:

The Director of Facility Planning, Engineering and Construction is a full-time, salaried, exempt, annual (12-month) position.

Salary is commensurate with the candidate’s education, related experience, and qualifications.

Eligible Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the FASLI Benefit Quick Guide. Use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator to calculate the estimated value of your compensation and benefits. 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field, from an accredited college or university.

• Minimum 5 years of experience related to project oversight, surveying, or construction management.

• Demonstrated experience leading, and working collaboratively with, a wide range of teams.

• Experience working with various constituents related to projects and communicating with a variety of audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or related areas from an accredited college or university.

• Experience in budgeting and financial management

• Experience with sustainability and/or energy management.

How to Apply:

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 07/26/2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents:

- Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience

- Resume

After you submit your application, you will be unable to edit it. Please be sure to include all required materials before submitting your application.

Contact Information:

Name: Kevin Neuman

Email: kneuman@uwsp.edu

Phone: 715-346-3875

If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email:

Human Resources

Email: human.resources@uwsp.edu

Phone: 715-346-2606

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. UW-Stevens Point does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position.

Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply a minimum of three (3) professional references (one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor). It is preferred that you supply five (5) professional references (two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors). Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Special Notes:

Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.stevenspointarea.com.

Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or hr@uwsp.edu.

The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.