Why work at BYU?
As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the university's mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.
Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth - all situated within a beautiful and historic campus - make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work.
Facilities/Construction Manager HBLL
Job Summary
This position has primary responsibility for the physical facilities of a 728,507 sq. ft. building and is the project manager for all remodeling projects. The Facilities Manager resolves daily, complex issues related to space, office and public furnishings, and safety, and participates in strategic planning for future use of space for patrons, collections, and employees. The position also works cooperatively with University Security personnel in resolving security issues.
What you'll do in this position:
- Takes responsibility for the successful completion of all remodel projects in the library
- Participates with library administration in long-term strategic planning for physical facilities improvements
- Handles complex or problematic requests from library employees related to physical facility needs or issues
- Stays abreast of trends and best practices through appropriate professional development activities
- Approves major projects involving relocation of furniture or shelving including locating or purchasing additional furniture or shelving if needed
- Oversees general condition of library physical facilities and initiates major projects to improve environment for patrons and employees
What qualifies you for this role:
Required:
- A firm commitment to the mission of BYU
- Bachelor's degree in Facilities, Construction, Business Management, or other related field, and 2 years of experience in library, construction, or facilities management OR an equivalent combination of related education and/or experience
- Advanced knowledge of facilities management processes, principles, and methods
- Knowledge of construction methods, tools, and practices
- In depth knowledge of accessibility, safety, and building codes
Preferred:
- 5 years of experience in construction or facilities management
- Experience working in an academic library
What we offer in return:
In addition to our competitive pay structure, this position comes with fantastic benefits, including:
- 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
- Excellent work-life balance: 13 paid holidays + 22 days paid vacation + 12 sick days, accrued annually
- Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
- Tuition benefits for employees and eligible family members
- Access to athletic facilities
- Excellent medical/dental benefits
- Short/long term disability benefits
- Paid parental and maternity leave
- Wellness program
- Free on-campus parking
- Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents
- Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU
Employee Class: Administrative
Work Location: Provo Campus
Environment: General office or other equivalently good environment
Physical Exam Required: Y
Physical Exam Details: Physical effort represented by frequent handling of medium weight objects (approx. 20-50 lbs.) and materials, or use of medium weight hand tools. May require climbing and working from ladders or in awkward positions. Examples include:
- May need to lift boxes weighing up to 50 lbs, 1 hour, up to 2 times a month
- May need to help relocate furniture (desks, bookshelves, card catalogs, etc.), 30 min to 4 hours, up to 2 times a month
- May need to help assemble, disassemble, or transport shelving, 30 min to 4 hours, up to 2 times a month
- May need to use pallet jacks, flatbed carts, or hand trucks to transport large/heavy objects to various places in the building (depending on student availability and staff need), 30 min to 4 hours, up to 2 times a month
- May need to use the forklift, 30 min to 2 hours, several times a month
Desired Start Date: 04/15/2024
Job Close Date: 03/24/2024
Pay Level: 53
Approximate Starting Salary: $69,000 - $89,500, depending on qualifications (pay frequency: monthly)
Documents Required at time of Application:
Required: Cover Letter, Resume
Optional: Letter of Recommendation
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!