Architect, Capital Maintenance Planning, Facilities & Services
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Architect, Capital Maintenance Planning, Facilities & Services
Job Summary
The Architect, Capital Maintenance Planning, has primary responsibility for pre-planning efforts addressing deferred maintenance for Academic Facilities. Using project delivery expertise, technical knowledge of systems and codes, develop preliminary project scopes and budgets to address known deficiencies, assist in the prioritization of campus capital renewal needs, review construction documents and shop drawings to confirm conformance with identified scope, provide opinion on applicable codes, and accurately track completed deficiencies in the Facility Condition Reports.Duties & Responsibilities
- Compile preliminary technical project scope and budget for capital renewal projects based on knowledge and understanding of applicable equipment and code requirements.
- Prepare project scope and budgets for campus and classroom improvement projects.
- Maintain deferred maintenance database.
- Research existing facility conditions and requirements to provide recommendations for prioritized replacement.
- Review project design documents prepared by Professional Service Consultant (PSC) and construction stage shop drawings to ensure adherence with defined scope and conformance to applicable building codes.
- Work with F&S Focus Groups to prioritize campus deferred maintenance needs
- Assist F&S staff, university clients, and university consultants with deferred maintenance information.
- Provide architecture or engineering design assistance and interpretation to campus clients and F&S staff members.
- Assume role of project planner when requested, including (but not limited to) preparing project scope, schedule, budget documents; PSC selection and contract negotiation; project planning coordination and documentation to prepare for Project Management.
- Participate in presentation and report preparation as it relates to capital maintenance planning
- Discuss facility needs with F&S and campus unit representatives.
- Participate in the QBS process for selection of PSCs as assigned
Participate in facility planning committees as assigned
Lead and participate in quarterly deferred maintenance planning meetings - Other duties as assigned by the Director of Planning
Support the Mission, Vision, Values and Guiding Principles of Facilities & Services.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering. Current registration as an Architect or Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois or the ability to be registered within 6 months of hire. Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in the full scope of facilities planning, design, or construction.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in architecture or mechanical engineering or electrical engineering.
Leadership in Energy and Environments Design (LEED) accreditation.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- 1. Comprehensive working knowledge of building systems and construction practices.
- 2. Construction project estimating experience.
- 3. Working knowledge university facility standards.
- 4. Ability to communicate well, delegate and supervise the work of support staff and students.
- 5. Strong knowledge of and experience with applicable building codes and energy conservation in buildings
- 6. Familiarity with ADA Accessibility Guidelines and Illinois Accessibility code.
- 7. Demonstrated continuing education in architecture and engineering topics.
- 8. Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
- 9. Ability to develop priorities.
- 10. Experience with Microsoft Project or other pertinent scheduling software
- 11. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite software.
- 12. Working skills and familiarity with AutoCAD
- 13. Working knowledge of Adobe and/or Bluebeam software.
Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 02/06/2026. The budgeted salary range for the position is $92,000 to $105,000.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on 02/06/2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Ken McCray at klmccray@illinois.edu or 217-300-6211. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1033885
Job Category: Professional and Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu