SR DIRECTOR, DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION - UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA - TAMPA, FL
Position Title: Sr Director, Design and Construction
SSC Services for Education is known for our expertise, commitment, and value; and we at SSC truly believe that our people are our greatest asset. By utilizing our associates’ knowledge and experience alongside SSC’s extensive training, providing supportive management, and offering unparalleled wage and benefit packages as well as career advancement opportunities, we have developed a workforce that differentiates us from our competitors.
SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way. As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. The opportunity for greatness is real at SSC and throughout the Compass world.
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Job Summary
SSC Services is seeking a strategic Senior Director of Design & Construction to lead the planning and execution of capital projects at the University of South Florida. This executive role will oversee a diverse portfolio of projects while partnering with university leadership and operations teams to support long-term campus development.
The Senior Director will lead a team of Project Managers and Assistant Directors, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with the university’s operational and financial goals while promoting innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership for all design and construction initiatives across the University of South Florida campus
- Oversee the planning, design, and execution of a diverse portfolio of capital and infrastructure projects
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Project Managers and Assistant Directors, fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration
- Serve as the primary executive liaison with university leadership and key stakeholders
- Direct the full project lifecycle from planning and design through construction and delivery, ensuring projects meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations
- Oversee capital planning, budgeting, and financial performance across multiple concurrent projects
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with operations teams, contractors, architects, engineers, and vendor partnersOptimize procurement and vendor strategies to ensure competitive pricing and high-quality outcomes
- Champion sustainable design and construction practices that support long-term campus resilience
- Provide executive oversight of project governance, including contractual obligations, risk management, and performance reporting
Identify opportunities for strategic growth, service expansion, and client engagement - Drive cross-functional collaboration to align construction activities with facilities operations and long-term campus planning
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Business, Project Management, or a related field
- 7 to 10 or more years of progressive leadership experience in construction management or capital project delivery
- Experience working in higher education, healthcare, or large institutional environments strongly preferred
- Deep understanding of design-build development, facilities operations, and the architectural and engineering process
Proven ability to lead teams, manage large-scale budgets, and drive strategic initiatives - Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Smartsheet, Outlook, and related project management systems
- Working knowledge of eBuilder or Trimble Unity Construct is a plusExceptional executive communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skillsStrong business acumen with the ability to balance strategic priorities with operational execution
- Demonstrated commitment to innovation, quality, and continuous improvement
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Associates at SSC are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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