DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION ANALYST

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Position Base
Oakland

Location
UCOP - Franklin Building

Department Overview
Capital Programs provides systemwide leadership and campus support in the following areas: capital budget strategy, policy and recommendations to the regents and the state of California; capital project design and delivery strategies, policy, contract development and training; design professional selections; building/safety code and regulatory issues.

Position Summary
Under the direction of the Executive Director of Capital Programs, the Design and Construction Analyst position, working with the other capital program professionals, supports system wide leadership and advances the goals of the University's capital program in conformance with University design and construction policy and applicable state and federal codes and regulations. The Design and Construction Analyst ensures that University design and construction policy effectively supports and advances the goals of its capital program; develops policies, procedures, guidelines, and contracts, and the related accountability framework to evaluate effectiveness; socializes decisions with all campuses; coordinates training opportunities; collaborates with sister state agencies and industry partners; provides technical advice in design and construction contract administration, and facilitates project delivery strategies for campus capital programs; exercises experienced judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Experienced consultant providing technical advice related to design and construction.

Key Responsibilities

• 30% Design and Construction Advice and Consultation: As an experienced professional, provides timely, high quality advice and consultation on related codes, design and construction policy, procedures, contracts and agreements. Responsible for drafting, updating, and maintaining system wide agreements in consultation with the Office of the General Counsel and, where appropriate, Risk Services, Procurement Services, and key location representatives. Ensures all design and construction policies are developed, implemented and properly documented in compliance with applicable law, best practices and Regents' direction. This includes providing regular updates and maintenance of the Facilities Manual. Serves as experienced subject matter advisor for UC-sponsored legislation through regular interaction with UC Legislative staff.

• 30% Communication and Collaboration: As an official representative of the University, cultivates and maintains beneficial working relationships with key industry partners, and stakeholders as well as public governmental and regulatory bodies and entities. Timely review, analysis and communication of proposed new laws and regulations related to design, construction, building code and safety implementation for specific impacts to University programs. Ability to communicate clearly in both verbal and written communications, and is able to analyze and synthesize information to translate into policies, procedures, guidelines, and contracts that can easily be understood by key industry partners and stakeholders as well as public governmental and regulatory bodies and entities.

• 20% Design and Construction Program Support: Provide proactive support for programs and initiatives to further the goals and mission of the Capital Assets Strategies department as assigned by the Executive Director of Capital Programs. May also manage the implementation of University planning and design policies and procedures. This could include 1) the University's implementation of the Buy Clean California Act to reduce embedded carbon in building materials and 2) the training program for the design and construction SBEs/DVBEs wishing to work with the University. Required to develop a broad knowledge base on issues of interest to constituents, serving a wide population of University staff from all campuses in a variety of specialty areas. Must be able to handle a broad range of assignments independently.

• 20% Other Duties as Assigned: Participation in the training of staff and other stakeholders through the Capital Projects Institute (CPI) program, and provide logistical support. Coordinates and provides logistical support for Construction Review Board Hearings.

Experience
Preferred Qualifications

• Min 5 years Related Work Experience

Skills and Abilities
Required Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of planning, design and construction procedures, industry practices, and / or expertise in a highly specialized and critical discipline.

• Proficient analytical, organizational and problem recognition/avoidance/resolution skills.

• Proven written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Well-developed team building, collaboration and facilitation skills.

• Demonstrated written and verbal skills to effectively communicate technical information.

• Demonstrated understanding of contract documents related to public agency capital project delivery.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven experience developing policies related to design and construction industry and regulatory practices.

• Thorough knowledge of University organization, including its infrastructure, rules, regulations, policies and short and long range strategic building plans.

• Demonstrated conflict resolution skills.

Education
Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Law, Planning, Public Policy or related area and/or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Degree in any of the above.

Travel Requirements
10% Occasional campus visits

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

This position has been approved for a hybrid work arrangement. The person hired must report to work on-site at UC's Office of the President (UCOP) located in Oakland, CA, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, subject to change. The person hired will be required to reside in the State of California.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Job Title
Design and Construction Mgt Spec 3

Job Code
006979

Salary Grade
Grade 23

Payscale:
$116,000 - $140,000

Benefits: For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit: Benefits of Belonging

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HOW TO APPLY

Please be prepared to attach a cover letter and resume with your application.

APPLICATION REVIEW DATE

The first review date for this job is November 9, 2026. The position will be open until filled.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check Process: Successful completion of a background check is required for this critical position. Background check process at UCOP

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