Architectural Trades Manager

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Williams College is pleased to announce the position of Manager of Architectural Trades. This is a full-time (40 hrs/week), year-round position in the Facilities Department. This position is responsible for the supervision of the Williams College Architectural Services Crew (including Carpentry Trades, Paint Trades, and Lock Shop) and Service Contractors. This position is responsible for the maintenance of the campus building systems, including roofs, walls, doors, security and access systems, stairways, campus signage, furniture repairs, scaffolding, and traffic/pavement markings.

Our expectation is that the successful candidate will excel at working in a community that is broadly diverse with regard to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, and religion.

The Manager of Architectural Trades will support the mission of the college to provide a nurturing educational environment. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community and strongly encourage candidates from underrepresented groups or who have experience working with a broadly diverse student population to apply.


Responsibilities

• In conjunction with the Foreman, prepare and assign work orders, schedule and secure the completion of the work in a productive and efficient manner, and verify the quality of the completed work
• Assist in the developing annual budgets and administer/monitor renewal and project budgets
• Support Facilities with the preparation and maintenance of Design and Construction standards and verify that all work performed under supervision is in compliance with these standards
• Initiate, develop, and coordinate the hiring process to fill vacant positions. Supervise assigned personnel including evaluation of personnel performance
• Monitor and enforce all safety guidelines set forth by OSHA and all college policies
• Keep accurate records of all items associated with Architectural Trades including tools, equipment and supplies
• Develop short and long range plans for the architectural maintenance and projects
• Liaison between Architectural Trades operations and college faculty, staff, students, and town residents
• Coordinate and administer Architectural contract services
• Manage the Williams College design standards
• Manage Gordian services for tracking deferred maintenance
• Manage the physical assets of the Capital Infrastructure Renewal process
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required
• MA Construction Supervisor License required, or ability to obtain within 18 months
• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and Google format
• Demonstrated supervisory experience and ability to work effectively with teams
• Managing and prioritizing multiple work orders
• Familiar with Design and Construction codes and safety compliance standards
• Familiar with budgets and purchasing of equipment and materials
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather including below freezing temperatures.
• Must be able to lift heavy objects up to 75 pounds with assistance and work on ladders.
• The ability to lift, stretch, bend, reach overhead, and physically move around on the grounds is necessary.

Early morning, night, and weekend work is sometimes necessary as well as occasional on-call availability.

Pay ranges from around $80,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience. Job band 2-D. Please visit https://staff-careers.williams.edu/ to apply.


Conditions of Employment

Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check, and education when applicable. COVID-19 vaccination with booster or approved exemption and participation in our testing program is required as a condition of employment at Williams.


Equal Employment Opportunity

Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and thrive. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at (413) 597-2681 or email at hr@williams.edu.