BSD-FS Building Manager

Department

BSD FSD - Building Management

About the Department

As part of the University of Chicago, the Biological Sciences Division (BSD) pursues globally impactful solutions to seemingly unsolvable challenges. Through our rigorous research, innovative education, and comprehensive care and healing, we collaborate on life-changing advancements that create meaningful results for our community and the world, including a greater, more equitable future for all. The Biological Sciences Division – Facilities Services (BSD-FS) group provides the environment in which these meaningful results can happen. We are responsible for managing approximately 2 million gross feet of space located throughout the University of Chicago’s Hyde Park campus. We serve many community members including but not limited to: research and non-research faculty, principal investigators, laboratory staff, residents, hospital staff, undergraduate students and post-doctoral scholars. BSD-FS consists of the following major functional areas of responsibility: 1) Planning, Design and Construction, 2) Project Management Services, 3) Building Management, 4) Space Management, 5) Capital Planning, 6) Lease Management, 7) Architectural Services, 8) Signage, and 9) Furniture.

Job Summary

The BSD-FS Building Manager supports the achievement of BSD’s scientific and educational goals through effective delivery of infrastructure and building management services across the BSD’s medical campus buildings (Peck, FMI, Goldblatt, and Armour). As a BSD-FS Building Manager, this role acts as the liaison supporting the building occupants from a facility and operational perspective while actively working towards progressing the BSD’s Mission, Vision, and Values and Elevate 2035 initiative and beyond. The Building Manger has frequent contact with research staff, faculty, department administrators, other University departments, vendors, construction contractors and regulatory organizations. The Building Manger must be able to communicate with all levels of personnel in an accurate and concise manner as demanded by the situation. The Building Manger may be required to work non-standard work hours in support of facility activities. These activities may include major utility shutdowns, start-up of significant building systems and emergency situations. The Building Manager will be required to not only implement existing programs/policies, but to develop and implement new and improved policies to better fit the mission of the facility.

The job uses best practices and knowledge to develop long- and short-term plans for facility development and maintenance. Solves complex problems related to policies and expansion to support the strategic mission of the unit. Leads some aspects of facilities services, budgets and forecasting, safety, and maintenance. Works mostly independently to plan and coordinate new capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates an integrated network of infrastructure services supporting routine research and educational activities.

• Maintains the research environment for investigators during renovations and coordinating contractor activities to minimize negative impacts on research.

• Develop long-term strategic and short-term operating plans for the buildings in conjunction with the Director of Operations.

• Work with other BSD-FS Building Managers to complete tasks and department-wide initiatives. May act as Building Manager in other BSD facilities in the absence of staff or other departmental needs.

• Inspects and tests building systems and equipment.

• Coordinates effective delivery of EVS (janitorial) services.

• Coordinates effective delivery of Physical Plant services.

• Enforces policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all students, staff and faculty members.

• Collaborate with facility trades and contractors to ensure building services proceed in support of occupants and BSD community.

• Reports violations of access policies and infractions of University/Divisional/Departmental security policies.

• Identifies and develops plans for resolving building-related issues through capital project issuance.

• Plan and coordinate construction-related capital projects on behalf of the BSD.

• Day-to-day contact and oversight of renovations and building projects.

• Works mostly independently to create and proactively maintain partnerships with clients, internal and third party service providers and other University partners in an assigned campus area.

• Uses depth of knowledge in clients' business to develop strategies to add organizational value and to minimize the adverse impact of facilities activities.

• Proactively identifies substandard conditions and services and recommends corrective actions.

• Interprets needs and gaps in service to collaborate with and recommend appropriate services to colleagues and vendors.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management or similar degree.

Certifications:

• Advanced job-related education or designation programs, such as BOMI Institute.

• Coursework completion or certification in one or more of the following core competencies – HVAC, basic electrical, plumbing, piping and fluid-handling systems, refrigeration, building automation systems or an encompassing certification such as in physical plant maintenance.

Preferred Competencies

• The position requires extensive knowledge of infrastructure systems, building controls, monitoring systems and applicable City of Chicago codes, industry standards and occupant need.

• Able to categorize and prioritize work activities.

• Able to develop and implement solutions to varied problems. Complete numerous activities in a multi-task environment.

• Effectively communicate in both written and verbal format.

• Able to use a personal computer and standard software packages.

• Able to maintain confidentiality.

• Able to inspect facilities, including mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.

Working Conditions

• Able to climb stairs/ladders and orient body to complete inspections.

• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and move small items (boxes, cylinders, etc.).

Application Documents

• Resume (required)

• Cover Letter (preferred)

Job Family

Facilities Management

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

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FLSA Status

Exempt

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Pay Range

$80,000.00 - $115,000.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

 

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