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Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.
UNC Asheville’s commitment to increasing and sustaining the diversity of our faculty, staff, and students is reflected in our strategic plan goals of diversity and inclusion, and social sustainability. Women, traditionally under-represented minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned.
Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.
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Position Information
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Western North Carolina, UNC Asheville is the designated public liberal arts campus in the University of North Carolina system. UNC Asheville is nationally known for the quality of our student-centered teaching, mentoring of undergraduates in research, interdisciplinary learning, and striving to be an inclusive campus community.
UNC Asheville is committed to promoting diversity and a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and the ability to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. The successful candidate is expected to foster an inclusive work culture where uniqueness of beliefs, backgrounds, talents, capabilities and ways of living are respected and welcomed.
Typical hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Evening and Weekend work may be needed to meet the needs of the department, division and University. This position is expected to work such hours as prove necessary to complete job requirements.
This position oversees the work of architects, engineers, construction management firms, and general contractors hired by the University to design and construct capital projects. Ensures the work performed by these firms meets the University’s project intent and design standards. Ensures projects are delivered within budget and on time. Ensures projects incorporate sustainable/LEED principles where appropriate. Monitors consultant and contractor work to insure compliance with University and State Construction Office regulations and procedures. Manages the formal processes for construction administration and assists with negotiating consulting contracts. The position also provides long-term vision, direction, strategic planning, oversight and consultation for mechanical systems.
This position will serve as the primary knowledge base and will be required to design, evaluate and troubleshoot Heating, Air Conditioning and Ventilation systems for the University, including ground source heat pump systems. This position provides a full range of mechanical design services for in house projects involving simple repairs, replacements, and/or renovation. Provide HVAC, piping, fire sprinkler and plumbing design reviews as needed. The position is responsible for preparing cost estimates on Mechanical aspects of planned projects. The employee in this position is heavily involved in the UNC Asheville Energy Conservation Program.
This position will serve as Project Manager, managing the design and construction of diverse major capital projects and smaller repair and renovation projects. This position will be responsible for managing all aspects of both Formal and Informal projects ranging from $1K to $40MM.
This position must be licensed and will serve as one of two Capital Projects Coordinators responsible for coordinating with the State Construction Office. This position will also be responsible for operating and maintaining information in InterScope the State Construction Office project tracking system. This position is responsible for reviewing, negotiating and approving Design Letter Agreements. This position is also responsible for coordinating schedule review on formal projects with UNC General Administration using Primavera.
This position also will serve as the system administrator for the building automation system, providing support to the system operator and managing integration of control and monitoring of lighting, renewable energy, and electrical power systems. This position will serve the University Energy Manager. The position will also be responsible for review and approval of utility bills. This position will also serve as the “S Drive†Drawing Managerâ€, managing the electronic drawing archive.
- Bachelor�s degree in Mechanical Engineering; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
- The candidate must hold a North Carolina Professional Engineer�s License. Will also consider applicants with a license in another state with reciprocity and ability to obtain a North Carolina Professional Engineer�s License within 6 months from date of hire.
- All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
The preferred candidate will be able to demonstrate practical experience of 4-6 years of mechanical project engineering experience and 10-12 years of practical experience in the construction/design engineering business. The preferred candidate will also have a minimum of 5 years of experience with the operation and programming of a building automation system, with additional preference given to familiarity with Automated Logic Corporation controls.
The preferred candidate will be a LEED AP. The preferred candidate will be a certified Energy Manger, CEM.
- Ability to work with a wide variety of constituents
- Knowledge of best practices in construction/design
- Strong technical skills
Posting Detail Information
Applications must be submitted online no later than 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date for each specific position. Please note that any documents submitted to Human Resources or the hiring departments become property of UNC Asheville and will not be returned.
Official verification from each college/university you have attended are required upon employment, and will be requested directly from the college/university by Human Resources or from the National Student Clearinghouse. Any expense will be the responsibility of the employee. Educational degrees must be from an appropriately accredited institution.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and training and experience requirements, management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
It is the policy of UNC Asheville to conduct pre-employment background investigations on all candidates selected for employment. If hired, the candidate will be required to submit proof of eligibility to work in the United States. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice.
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Salary
USD 85,000 - 95,000 /yearly
Yearly based
Location
NC , United States Asheville, NC, United States
NC , United States Asheville, NC, United States
