Facilities Director – Planning & Real Estate Management

FACILITIES DIRECTOR – PLANNING & REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT

Job Posting | Posted 10-25-2026

Start Date: 11/16/2026 | Application Deadline: 11/1/26

Job Description:

To develop and recommend processes and procedures for real estate management, identifying needs and opportunities. In compliance with district’s goals and objectives, manage real estate projects and programs in an efficient and cost-effective manner. To ensure effective coordination and joint use of facilities with other public and private entities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Real Estate, Finance or Urban Planning from an accredited institution required, Master’s degree preferred.

Eight (8) years of experience with progressively increasing responsibility for management of real estate acquisition, land development, or planning land planning in the public or private sector.

Experience in acquisition of sites for public school use or for complex land use development preferred.

Experience in public administration with responsibility for real estate or land use planning preferred.

Relevant certification in urban planning, public administration or real estate preferred.

Experience using Graphic Information System, GIS, for extensive analysis of potential sites preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of Florida statutes and administrative rules regarding school and real estate planning. Knowledge of real estate principles and practices. Knowledge of land use planning. Ability to develop and implement strategies and goals to support district wide objectives. Lead team through adjusting strategies, with clear communication, motivating and delegating effectively. Skilled in project management and analyzing procedures. Skilled in acquisitioning, negotiating and planning. Knowledge of public school and public administration processes.

REPORTS TO: Facilities Executive Director – Real Estate Management, Land and Construction Planning

SUPERVISES: Real Estate Management and Planning department and outside consultants.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT:
Machines, tools, equipment, electronic devices, vehicles, etc., used in this position. Telephone, Computer, (Personal Computer and Mainframe), Automobile, Copier

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Describes physical conditions of this position.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated as Light Work.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY:
Physical activities of this position. Percent of a typical day involved in each applicable activity is noted.

Percentage
70 Sitting: Resting with the body supported by the buttocks or thighs.
10 Standing: Assuming an upright position on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time.
10 Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances.
5 Bending: Lowering the body forward from the waist.
5 Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
5 Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position through the use of the upper extremities and back muscles exerting up to 10 pounds of force.
80 Finger Dexterity: Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand or arm.
70 Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
90 Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed accurately, loudly or quickly.
90 Hearing Acuity: The ability to perceive speech and other environmental sounds at normal loudness levels.
90 Visual Acuity: The power to see at a level which allows reading of numbers and text, operation of equipment, inspection of machines, etc.

Note: Will total more than 100 percent as several activities may be performed at one time.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Conditions the worker will be subject to in this position.

Indoors and Outdoors: The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
∗ Manifests a professional code of ethics and values.
∗ Responds to internal and external customers in a timely, accurate, courteous, and empathetic manner representing OCPS in a positive light.
∗ Models the routine, intentional and effective use of technology in daily work, including communications, organization, and management tasks.
∗ Direct all functions and services in the Real Estate Management Department consistent with district goals. Develop plans and identify district goals for each department for which he/she is responsible.
∗ Plan and direct a system of feedback and assessment of the services provided by Real Estate Management.
∗ Direct, supervise and evaluate the performance of each manager or outside consultant.
∗ Establish and implement a ranking/prioritization system, with justifications, for all Real Estate Management projects.
∗ Develop and implement the Facilities strategic site acquisition and surplus property disposal plans.
∗ Develop and maintain database for district-owned real estate, which includes the Access Data Base Management System.
∗ Analyze new development trends and develop life cycle strategies for integration of school sites and programs into new development.
∗ Negotiate real estate acquisition, sale and joint use contracts.
∗ Evaluate jobs and make recommendations for scheduling based on compliance with mandated codes and safety regulations.
∗ Coordinate with key district planning staff in assessments and updates.
∗ Manage staff to accomplish the District’s real estate objectives, including, acquiring real estate to support the 10 year CIP. Negotiate and review purchase agreements and perform all due diligence items.
∗ Identifies OCPS properties for potential sale as surplus properties.
∗ Reviews legal documents related to real estate.
∗ Manages long term facilities use and joint use agreements.
∗ Processes easements for access, water, gas, power, communication, traffic-control devices, and temporary construction.
∗ Manages signage and security for acquisitions.
∗ Resolve disputes regarding encroachments.
∗ Produces School Locations and Directions Guide and the Real Estate Inventory booklet. Uses Graphic Information System (GIS) for extensive analysis of potential sites.
∗ Uses GIS for map production; create and update facility summary and aerial maps for all OCPS real estate inventory.
∗ Creates and maintains data sets for GIS.
∗ Creates and maintains the Access Data Base Management System, which inventories all site research.
∗ Chairs the OCPS Site Planning Assessment Meeting (SPAM) and serve on the Advance Planning, School Development Review Committee.
∗ Serves as an OCPS representative at quarterly meetings with the City Planning Department, Orange County Planning Department, Orange County Parks and Recreation Department and the City of Orlando Parks and Recreation Department on a quarterly basis to review joint use opportunities.
∗ Keep the Facilities Executive Director, Real Estate, Land and Construction Planning informed of all issues about which he or she should be aware.
∗ Perform other incidental tasks or services consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
∗ Follow the district’s policies and procedures as related to all HRMD guidelines, executive limitations, the district’s instructional initiatives, and the school district’s charter guidelines.
∗ Follow the district’s policies and procedures as related to fixed assets.
∗ Develop leadership in subordinates.
∗ Responsible for keeping up to date on current technology being used by OCPS. With the support of the district, attends training to ensure skill level in various technologies is at the level required to perform in current position.
∗ Responsible for maintaining timely and accurate information and accountable for the quality of information maintained by those they supervise.
∗ Responsible for self-development and keeping up to date on current research, trends, and best practices relevant to the area of responsibility.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

* Essential Performance Responsibilities

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Non-bargaining unit compensation plan, twelve months, 8.0 hours per day.

EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

Senior Project Manager

Job Posting | Posted 10-15-2026

Start Date: 10/19/2026 | Application Deadline: Until filled

Job Description:

This individual works as the owner representative for Broward College and under limited direction works closely with the appropriate campus representatives in the planning, development and completion of College construction projects at the assigned campuses including the analysis of user requests and the development of Educational Construction related specifications. Oversees the day-to-day operations of assigned building construction projects from start through completion, inspection, and occupancy by ensuring that projects are in compliance with all construction documents, codes, regulations, college standards, project budget and schedule. Employees in this job classification ensure the fulfillment of contractual obligations of architects, engineers, contractors, and other vendors. Performs related duties as assigned.  Provides oversight, guidance, and training to the Construction Project Managers.

In-campus travel is required. Tri-county area travel may be occasionally required.  Travel reimbursed according to College Policy 6.21.

As a designated Essential Personnel position, will be required to assist as called upon to respond to College emergency closures as defined in Policy 3.35.

Minimum Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Building Construction or related field.  
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.  

Minimum Experience/Training:

12 years of experience in construction management or related field.
Experience in technical application of Florida Administrative Code, Florida Department of Education codes, Florida Department of Transportation codes, and Educational Facilities Regulations and Guidelines preferred

Minimum Certification/Licenses:

Preferable but not necessary registered Architect or Engineer.
LEED Certification preferable but not necessary.
General contractor preferred.

Essential Functions:

– Daily -30%: Monitors, evaluates, and maintains construction projects according to College’s strategic direction. Plans, organize, evaluates and direct activities related with the construction administration processes, methods, and procedures.
– Daily -5%: Provides administrative support professional with construction documents records sorted and classified according to the Facilities Department filing system for storage.
– Daily -5%: Reviews and evaluates projects in progress regarding budget, schedule, contract, compliance and quality control. Informs and makes recommendations to Senior Director, Facilities, Design & Construction as needed.
– Daily -10%: Coordinates verbal and written correspondence with the architects, engineers, construction managers, construction code officials, and other outside agencies. Presents information as needed.
– Daily -10%: Works closely with architects, engineers, consultants, building code officials, and construction managers to insure contractual obligations are fulfilled; coordinates construction activities with other college departments.
– Daily -10%: Reviews and recommends approval of construction submittals, change orders, substitution of materials requests, equipment and workmanship.
– Weekly- 5%: Develops and/or assist staff in writing project scopes and specifications. Ensures compliance with Florida laws and regulations.
– Weekly -5%: Provides various reports, information, advices and recommends on the approval of change orders and specific additional services to be performed by architects, engineers, consultants, and construction managers.  Provides reporting documentation for administration use.
– Weekly -10%: Participates in the planning of new facilities, remodeling and renovation projects; Assists in the review of construction documents in accordance to the Florida Building Code Florida, Department of Education codes, Florida Department of Transportation codes, and Educational Facilities Regulations and Guidelines.
– Daily -10%: Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

– Knowledge of planning and organization of construction projects and activities. As well as methods, materials, tools and terminology used in construction.
– Knowledge of Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) Master format, Florida Building Code, ADA, life safety requirements, cost estimates, specifications and budget control.
– Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, ordinances, regulations and policies and procedures.
– Knowledge of operation of a computer and familiarity with software programs for word processing, spreadsheets, job costing, online collaboration, scheduling, estimating, and internet search engines.
– Ability to give presentations/training to a group.
– Must have ability to use Procore, Workday, Archibus and other designated software. Specific training will be provided upon employment.
– Ability to understand, prepare and review requests for proposals (RFP), requests for qualifications (RFQ), contracts, plans, and specifications.
– Ability to work well under pressure, particularly when faced with unexpected occurrences or delays. Flexible to adapt to changing priorities and perform basic task work.
– General understanding of the external environment and how it affects academia in general and Broward in particular, including political, legal, environmental, educational, financial and social influences
– Strong knowledge of College structure, policies and practices, and the impact on own area
– Strong supervisory and team building skills
vAbility to partner with others across the College and externally to exchange information, collaborate on projects, share resources, etc.
– Ability to influence others of the benefits/importance of an idea or plan of action and to gain their support or commitment
– Strong negotiation skills and ability to reach mutual points of agreement and benefit among peers and colleagues.

Our Culture:

At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty.

Planner, GIS and Technical Analyst

Job Posting | Posted 9-29-2026

Start Date: 10/15/2026 | Application Deadline: Until filled

Job Description:

To assist the districts planning efforts related to student enrollment, population changes,
program needs, community relationships, space utilization, and in the creation, maintenance, and
analysis of GIS data related to school planning, facilities, boundaries, and school concurrency.

Please reach out to HR at 941-927-9000 x31200 for questions regarding the application process.