Architectural Director Of Major Projects

Brigham Young University

Base: $110,000.00 to $142,500.00 annually; bonus/e...
Leadership of major projects team
Management of architectural and engineering consultants
Knowledge of building codes and permit review
The Architectural Director of Major Projects provides leadership and strategic oversight for the planning and design of major capital construction and renovation projects across the university campus

Job Summary

  • The Architectural Director of Major Projects provides leadership and strategic oversight for the planning and design of major capital construction and renovation projects across the university campus.
  • This position directs the Major Projects team within Facilities Planning and Design and manages external architectural and engineering consulting partners to ensure that campus facilities support the university’s academic mission, institutional values, and long-term campus development goals.
  • In addition to a competitive pay structure, this position comes with fantastic benefits including 401k contributions, excellent work-life balance, tuition benefits, medical/dental coverage, and wellness programs.

Matching Summary

The Architectural Director of Major Projects provides leadership and strategic oversight for the planning and design of major capital construction and renovation projects across the university campus.

Salary

Base: $110,000.00 to $142,500.00 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 401k with employer contributions, paid holidays, vacation, sick days, tuition benefits, medical/dental, disability, parental leave, wellness program

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Leadership of Major Projects team
  • Management of architectural and engineering consultants
  • Knowledge of building codes and permit review
  • Project budget monitoring and approval
  • Coordination with university and city officials

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in higher education facilities planning
  • Strong communication with diverse stakeholders
  • Balancing design excellence with cost and schedule
  • Maintaining good public relations
  • Commitment to faith-based mission

Key Requirements

  • Professional Architecture degree
  • Ten to fifteen years’ experience as licensed architect
  • Strong knowledge of structural, electrical, mechanical and civil engineering
  • In-depth knowledge of architectural design standards and building codes
  • Firm commitment to BYU mission
  • Master’s degree in architecture (preferred)
  • Fifteen plus years’ experience as licensed architect (preferred)

Work Rights

Must be a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and hold a current temple recommend

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