Director, Engineering & Capital Projects

Reporting to the Senior Director of Facilities, the Director of Engineering and Capital Projects is responsible for the programming planning, design, and construction of capital projects and physical improvements undertaken by The Jackson Laboratory, ensuring that they meet state and federal regulations and procedures and are effectively managed from concept through planning, design, bidding, construction, and up to occupancy. The Engineering Director leads the selection and hiring of consultants engaged by JAX for capital projects and physical improvements and oversees the work of consulting firms and in-house design staff throughout these projects.

This position helps manage the efficient use of space on campus by all departments and entities. The Engineering Director develops long-range and detailed plans to meet the needs of the institution, develops and oversees budgets for construction projects, and manages the office of Engineering & Technical Services. This role is located full time in Bar Harbor, ME with travel to other JAX campuses as needed.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions: Assist with the development and maintenance of the campus master plan through consideration of the program and growth needs of The Jackson Laboratory; the master plan supports the mission of the institution with detailed short-, mid-, and long-term plans for campus facilities and infrastructure to meet the needs of the organization and is a tool to guide development of the campus.

Ensures that all capital projects and physical improvements are effectively managed by overseeing all activity on these projects, including feasibility analysis, programming, preliminary studies and development of alternative solutions, code review, project design, development of contract documents, preparation of project estimates and budgets, solicitation, receipt, and evaluation of project bids for award to the lowest, responsive, responsible bidder, construction administrations, site observation of construction, management of the project budget, and project close-out.

Ensures that construction projects are in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations by developing and enforcing JAX policies and procedures for all facets of the planning, design, and construction process, including but not limited to, consultant selection and award of contracts for consultant services, advertising, bidding, and award of construction contracts, consideration of bonding and insurance requirements, and project close-out.

Ensures the success of capital projects and physical improvements by coordinating with site specific Facilities Management teams for the installation and commissioning of engineered systems and preparation for occupancy continuing throughout the life of the facilities; on an ongoing basis, works with Facilities Management to develop solutions to facility-related problems. Develops and maintains departmental policies, guidelines, and standards applicable to the…

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