Please see Special Instructions for more details.
External applicants should use the WMU - Application.
Internal applicants should use the WMU - Internal Application.
Posting Summary College
College VP Business And Finance-DIV
Executive Area
Executive Area VP Business And Finance
Department
Department FacilMgmt-Planning, Design & Construction
Posting Number
Posting Number S1472P
Job Type
Job Type Full Time, Regular
Pay Type
Pay Grade
Pay Grade F
Campus Location
Campus Location WMU-Kalamazoo - Main Campus
Salary Range
Salary Range Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.
Number of Vacancies
Number of Vacancies 1
General Summary Provides interior design services to the campus community for all campus projects. Prepares interior construction documents, drawings, and specifications for varying project types ranging from large complex to small multi-faceted projects complying with state codes and University guidelines.
Major Duties
Analyzes, develops and plans detailed design solutions. Organizes and leads projects to full completion while maintaining attention to needs and resources. Follows the University’s vision and strategies for each project. Promotes the University brand and articulates complex concepts and designs to clients. Maintains projects budgets and schedules.
Coordinates and collaborates with architects, contractors, and other specialty service providers. Negotiates and mediates challenges.
Prepares construction documents consisting of plans, elevations, details, and specifications. Obtains quotes and pricing for furniture, fixtures, equipment and materials. All developed and reviewed plans must comply with all state codes and University guidelines. Acts as the University’s agent and creates project related contract bidding documents.
Researches and analyzes client’s goals and requirements, develops documents, drawings and diagrams to outline the needs and relation to project goals and the University’s vision. Evaluates selection colors, materials and finishes to connect the design concept to meet functional, maintenance, life-cycle performance, environmental and safety requirements.
Maintains and researches paperwork from historic project files, and assists with resolution of warranty issues. Coordinates sampling of desk chairs for University clients to test.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in related field from an accredited institution.
One year’s relevant experience.
Experience with project and budget management.
Experience managing contractors or vendors.
Experience with commercial design, and auto computer-aided design/office software.
Knowledge of furniture sourcing and vendor resources.
Strong interpersonal, written, organizational and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to provide high level of customer service.
Basic knowledge of Americans with Disability Act.
Ability to travel across campus and navigate construction sites with or without accommodations.
Desired Qualifications
Master’s degree in related field from an accredited institution
Three year’s relevant experience in higher educational interior design setting.
Working knowledge of minimum BIFMA and LEVEL certifications and sustainable criteria.
Certifications in NCIDQ (National Certification Interior Design Qualification), LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), GA (Green Associate); LEED AP ID + C (Accredited Professional in Interior Design and construction).
Special Instructions to Applicants
External applicants should use the WMU – Application.
Internal applicants should use the WMU – Internal Application.
Additional Position Information
Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to:
https://www.wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-staff
Physical requirements and working conditions
Office or other indoor work with minimal physical demands such as occasionally lifting or moving materials less than 25 pounds.
Work is performed with exposure to any number of elements which may occasionally require some precautions such as safety glasses, protective clothing, ear protection, etc.
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution?
Yes
No
* Do you have one year’s relevant experience?
Yes
No
* Do you have experience with project and budget management?
Yes
No
* Do you have experience managing contractors or vendors?
Yes
No
* Do you have experience with commercial design, and auto computer-aided design/office software?
Yes
No
* Do you have knowledge of furniture sourcing and vendor resources?
Yes
No
* Do you have strong interpersonal, written, organizational and verbal communication skills?
Yes
No
* Do you have strong analytical and problem-solving skills?
Yes
No
* Do you have demonstrated ability to provide high level of customer service?
Yes
No
* Do you have basic knowledge of Americans with Disability Act?
Yes
No
* Do you have the ability to travel across campus and navigate construction sites with or without accommodations?
Yes
No
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
List of References
Optional Documents
Other
WMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and all other qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
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External applicants should use the WMU - Application.
Internal applicants should use the WMU - Internal Application.
Posting Summary College
College VP Business And Finance-DIV
Executive Area
Executive Area VP Business And Finance
Department
Department FacilMgmt-Planning, Design & Construction
Posting Number
Posting Number S1472P
Job Type
Job Type Full Time, Regular
Pay Type
Pay Grade
Pay Grade F
Campus Location
Campus Location WMU-Kalamazoo - Main Campus
Salary Range
Salary Range Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.
Number of Vacancies
Number of Vacancies 1
General Summary Provides interior design services to the campus community for all campus projects. Prepares interior construction documents, drawings, and specifications for varying project types ranging from large complex to small multi-faceted projects complying with state codes and University guidelines.
Major Duties
Analyzes, develops and plans detailed design solutions. Organizes and leads projects to full completion while maintaining attention to needs and resources. Follows the University’s vision and strategies for each project. Promotes the University brand and articulates complex concepts and designs to clients. Maintains projects budgets and schedules.
Coordinates and collaborates with architects, contractors, and other specialty service providers. Negotiates and mediates challenges.
Prepares construction documents consisting of plans, elevations, details, and specifications. Obtains quotes and pricing for furniture, fixtures, equipment and materials. All developed and reviewed plans must comply with all state codes and University guidelines. Acts as the University’s agent and creates project related contract bidding documents.
Researches and analyzes client’s goals and requirements, develops documents, drawings and diagrams to outline the needs and relation to project goals and the University’s vision. Evaluates selection colors, materials and finishes to connect the design concept to meet functional, maintenance, life-cycle performance, environmental and safety requirements.
Maintains and researches paperwork from historic project files, and assists with resolution of warranty issues. Coordinates sampling of desk chairs for University clients to test.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in related field from an accredited institution.
One year’s relevant experience.
Experience with project and budget management.
Experience managing contractors or vendors.
Experience with commercial design, and auto computer-aided design/office software.
Knowledge of furniture sourcing and vendor resources.
Strong interpersonal, written, organizational and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated ability to provide high level of customer service.
Basic knowledge of Americans with Disability Act.
Ability to travel across campus and navigate construction sites with or without accommodations.
Desired Qualifications
Master’s degree in related field from an accredited institution
Three year’s relevant experience in higher educational interior design setting.
Working knowledge of minimum BIFMA and LEVEL certifications and sustainable criteria.
Certifications in NCIDQ (National Certification Interior Design Qualification), LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), GA (Green Associate); LEED AP ID + C (Accredited Professional in Interior Design and construction).
Special Instructions to Applicants
External applicants should use the WMU – Application.
Internal applicants should use the WMU – Internal Application.
Additional Position Information
Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to:
https://www.wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-staff
Physical requirements and working conditions
Office or other indoor work with minimal physical demands such as occasionally lifting or moving materials less than 25 pounds.
Work is performed with exposure to any number of elements which may occasionally require some precautions such as safety glasses, protective clothing, ear protection, etc.
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have a bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution?
Yes
No
* Do you have one year’s relevant experience?
Yes
No
* Do you have experience with project and budget management?
Yes
No
* Do you have experience managing contractors or vendors?
Yes
No
* Do you have experience with commercial design, and auto computer-aided design/office software?
Yes
No
* Do you have knowledge of furniture sourcing and vendor resources?
Yes
No
* Do you have strong interpersonal, written, organizational and verbal communication skills?
Yes
No
* Do you have strong analytical and problem-solving skills?
Yes
No
* Do you have demonstrated ability to provide high level of customer service?
Yes
No
* Do you have basic knowledge of Americans with Disability Act?
Yes
No
* Do you have the ability to travel across campus and navigate construction sites with or without accommodations?
Yes
No
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
List of References
Optional Documents
Other
WMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and all other qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
#J-18808-Ljbffr