SHRA Temporary Facilities Engineer

Posting Details

University Information The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the states coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research, and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice, and psychology, and many distance learning options including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nations only bachelors degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The universitys efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Department: Planning and Design Vacancy Number: TSP5525PST Working Title: SHRA Temporary Facilities Engineer Job Title: Project Manager - Capital Projects (Temp) Position Type: SHRA Temporary Job Category: Engineering & Architecture FLSA for Position: Nonexempt

Brief Summary of Work for this Position The Temporary Facilities Engineer will assist the Director of Utilities and Engineering and the AVC in supporting, implementing, and managing a comprehensive campus-wide or multi-facility energy and infrastructure management plan and provide knowledge of best practices in engineering and/or energy management for existing and new facilities. These projects may include new buildings, infrastructure improvements, major and minor renovations, and whole building modernizations.

Position will perform engineering skills to effectively implement and manage design decisions and facilitate energy saving campus-wide projects. Along with new buildings work, may include infrastructure improvements, major and minor renovations, and whole building modernizations. The position will have responsibility for facilitating reductions to meet mandated and desired requirements. The position will work with university departments as well as State and Federal entities.

This position has been designated as mandatory personnel for the University and maybe required to report to work during adverse weather conditions even though the University may be operating on an alternate schedule. This position may assist in the removal of snow, ice, or debris as required.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelors degree in the engineering discipline or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Work may require professional licensure or other certifications from the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. Qualification for professional licensing/registration preferred but not mandatory.
• Experience in design and operational strategies for reducing energy consumption.
• Experience in developing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive campus-wide, multi-facility energy management plan is preferred.
• Working knowledge of the principles and practices of construction, including functional design, material estimating, construction techniques, general trade practices, and governing codes and regulations.
• Ability to objectively review designs prepared by architects and engineers, including the ability to read and understand plans and specifications.
• Ability to estimate project-related costs.
• Ability to communicate technical subjects effectively both orally and in writing and to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to make presentations to all levels of faculty, staff, students, and outside groups.

Required Certifications or Licensure

• Valid NC Drivers License or the ability to obtain within 30 days.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit College/School Information

Work Hours

• 8-5
• M-F
• 40 Hours Per Week

Type of Position

• Anticipated Hiring Range: 45 hour
• Special Instructions to Applicants: Please note this is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Temporary assignments cannot exceed 11 consecutive months without a full 31-day break from employment. Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary employees are subject to the Affordable Care Act guidelines.

Application Information

• For more info to apply visit: http://jobs.uncw.edu
• Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.
• Job Posting Date: 08/11/2025
• Job Closing Date: 06/30/2026

EEO Statement UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity), marital status, childbirth and pregnancy, age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Number of Openings Single

Incumbent Applicant Documents Required:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of 3 Professional References

Optional Documents

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