Director of Facilities - UIC Lands & Real Estate

Overview

UIC Lands & Real Estate is seeking a Director of Facilities to provide leadership and direction for all facilities operations. Responsibilities include managing field crews, ordering necessary materials, overseeing contractors, and managing repairs and upgrades of UIC properties. The role also involves coordinating related projects and maintaining the functional integrity and safety of all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems across UIC properties.

Responsibilities

Essential functions will include:

• Supervise and support maintenance and upgrades crews to ensure work is completed in a timely and efficient manner. Assist in hiring, training, and performance management.
• Lead construction and renovation projects from planning through completion in both residential and commercial facilities.
• Coordinate with contractors and manage vendor contracts, service agreements, and external partnerships.
• Complete work in accordance with the Lands & Real Estate commercial development plan, AO&D strategic plan, and the building leases.
• Develop and implement long-term facilities strategies, capital improvement plans, and asset management programs.
• Coordinate with Real Estate in preparing development plans, estimates, studies, surveys, and research needed to meet departmental and corporate objectives.
• Coordinate the preparation and scheduling of upgrades and preventative maintenance plans.
• Maintain positive public relations with tenants and ensure timely resolution of all facilities concerns.
• Perform mechanical, plumbing, and electrical repairs or upgrades, including assembly, installation, troubleshooting, or repair work.
• Document work completed and submit reports weekly to the UIC Lands & Real Estate General Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Thorough knowledge of UIC functions, including accounting principles and practices, as well as administrative and clerical procedures such as file and records management.
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Ten years of progressively responsible experience with expertise in Arctic construction, facilities maintenance and operations, or related activities.
• Experience as a landlord or property manager, with knowledge of landlord/tenant laws preferred.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal structures and functions, particularly permitting and zoning procedures.
• Knowledge of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA).

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, and walking.
• Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Occasional climbing of ladders or stairs.
• Normal vision and hearing required to perform job duties effectively.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for operating tools, equipment, and office technology.
• Ability to work in varying Arctic weather conditions.
• Capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Working Conditions:

• Primarily performed in an office setting.
• Frequent visits to UIC properties, facilities, and project sites.
• Exposure to Arctic weather conditions, including extreme cold, wind, and snow.
• May require travel within the North Slope region and to remote locations.
• Occasional exposure to noise, dust, and construction-related hazards.
• Work hours may extend beyond the standard schedule to meet project deadlines or respond to emergencies.