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Assistant Director, Architecture & Engineering - Natural Resource Management Center

Auburn University • Auburn, AL • 1w ago

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S4935P

Home Org Name

Forestry Wildlife and Environment

Division Name

College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Environment

Position Title

Assistant Director, Architecture & Engineering - Natural Resource Management Center

Job Class Code

AC29

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

This position provides program oversight of architecture and engineering design services to military installations within the Center for Natural Resource Management on Military Lands (CNRMML ) in the College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment. The position develops a sustainable program, supervises project managers, creates and maintains partnerships between Auburn and the U.S. Department of Defense, and fills critical knowledge gaps encountered by military installation managers.

Essential Functions

Develops an economically sustainable program capable of providing architecture and engineering services to multiple military installations throughout the continental United States. Manages architecture and engineering design projects. Responsibilities include evaluating work statements, crafting project proposals, creating detailed budgets, identifying and managing appropriate contractors, hiring and supervising remote staff, and ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within budget.

Builds and maintains productive relationships with management staff at partner military installations and within the University.

Supervises technical, support, research and/or professional staff members to support project-specific staffing and resource requirements.

Manages the services of architects, engineers, contractors, and vendors for projects and programs.

Identifies problems and deficiencies in design and recommends and/or implements solutions with military installation partners.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Why Work at Auburn?

Life-Changing Impact : Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.

Culture of Excellence : We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.

We're Here for You : Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.

Sweet Home Alabama : The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.

A Place for Everyone : Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Building Science, Architecture, Engineering, or related field.

8 years of experience in managing architecture, engineering, or construction projects and programs.

Ability and willingness to travel as this position's duties require the incumbent to travel up to 1-2 weeks per month.

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities

Experience supervising or mentoring full-time employees, working with federal environmental regulations and legislation, or collaborating with or within military Engineering Divisions or Branches is highly desired.

Comprehensive knowledge of project management principles, including management of budget and personnel, stakeholder relations, contracting, managing risk, and reporting.

Successful track-record of administering grants, cooperative agreements, and/or contracts.

Ability to manage multiple projects with multiple contractors simultaneously.

Ability and willingness to travel.

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Driver's license valid in any state

Desired Qualifications

Graduate degree in applicable field is highly desired.

Experience in managing architecture, engineering, or construction projects and programs.

Experience supervising and/or mentoring full-time employees is highly desired.

Applicable experience working with federal environmental regulations and legislation is highly desired.

Experience working with or within military Engineering Divisions or Branches is highly desired.

Posting Detail Information

Salary Range

$111,280 - $222,550

Job Category

Executive/Director/Management

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date

11/25/2025

Closing Date

Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit theirwebsite (https://auburn.edu/administration/eoc/) to learn more.

Special Instructions to Applicants

We will begin reviewing applications the week of January 5th, 2026.

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/57176

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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