Careers
Why work at Facilities & Services?
F&S’ diverse workforce and inclusive workplace consists of dedicated, experienced, and skilled professionals who take pride in helping the university achieve excellence through our many services. Fostering collaboration across campus with faculty, students, and staff and maximizing the impact of programs and services is vital in supporting the mission of the university. F&S’ team of talented and dedicated employees plan, build, maintain, and serve the campus while exhibiting our team’s core values of Trust, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Perseverance in all aspects of their work.
Full-Time Positions
Check back regularly for open positions, and apply for them at https://humanresources.illinois.edu/job-seekers/.
Mechanical Engineer – Apply by June 30
Utilizing mechanical & plumbing design expertise, this position will be responsible for the design, development, review, and management of mechanically oriented projects for campus buildings. Produce and deliver engineering opinions, designs, technical decisions, recommendations, and documentation to F&S departments, campus, and other University units in conformance with applicable codes and University Facilities Standards. Provide the analysis, and development of mechanical project scopes for campus buildings. Designs and technical opinions are to provide safe, reliable, comfortable, productive, sustainable, and cost-effective facilities to support the Mission of the University. Provide support to other units. Support the Mission, Vision, Values, and Guiding Principles of Facilities and Services. Too large for this area
Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on 06/30/2025. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Ken McCray, klmccray@illinois.edu, or call 217-300-6211. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Facilities Information Management Specialist – Apply by July 7
Under the general supervision of the Facilities Information Management (FIM) Coordinator, this position is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations and assisting with the development of facilities information management in Facilities and Services. The Facilities Information Management Specialist will provide expertise and in depth knowledge including a high degree of technical skill related to integrated work management systems and facilities information management. The FIM Specialist will assist in developing strategies that help manage and maintain facilities information across multiple Facilities & Services units and University personnel.
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on 07/07/2025. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Ken McCray, 217-300-6211, or email klmccray@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Construction Superintendent – Apply by July 12
Supervises direct reports and performs other functions in support of the Construction Services Department. Communicates with project stakeholders to develop and manage the scope, budget, and schedule for small construction projects using a combination of F&S Crafts & Trades staff and Contractor Services and Job Order Contracting (JOC) external contractors. Manages all facets of assigned construction projects, including estimating, scheduling, communicating, coordinating, and confirming work of external contractors and F&S Crafts & Trades to ensure scope is delivered within approved budget and schedule.
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on July 12, 2025. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Ken McCray, 217-300-6211, or email klmccray@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Mechanical Engineer Specialist – Apply by July 12
This position will be responsible for the design, development, review, and management of mechanically oriented projects for campus buildings under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer. Produce and deliver engineering opinions, design reviews, technical decisions, recommendations, and documentation to F&S departments, campus, and other University units under the supervision of licensed professional engineer. Confirm conformance with applicable codes and University Facilities Standards to provide safe, reliable, comfortable, productive, sustainable, and cost-effective facilities which support the Mission of the University. Support the Mission, Vision, Values, and Guiding Principles of Facilities & Services.
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on July 12, 2025. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Ken McCray, 217-300-6211, or email at klmccray@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Engineer, Planning, Capital Programs – Apply by July 14
The Engineer, has primary responsibility for project planning at all levels, from project definition through design. The Engineer, will also be responsible for assisting in the evaluation and establishment of campus standards for project definition, planning, design, and methods of project delivery.
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on 07/14/2025. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Ken McCray, 217-300-6211 or email klmccray@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
Extra Help Positions
Interior Designer / Interior Architect
The Interior Designer / Interior Architect, Capital Planning, has primary responsibility for project planning at all levels as it relates to interior design. This includes developing the scope for interior projects with campus clients/users. It also includes selection of interior materials and furniture; development, review, and processing of quotes for small project purchases; coordination of installations; and collaborating with F&S Engineering Services on small projects. The position will be responsible for assisting in the evaluation and establishment of campus standards for project definition, planning, and design.
Recommended Qualifications:
*Bachelor’s degree in interior design, architecture, or related field.
*Two years of progressively responsible administrative experience in interior design, facility planning and management.
Send application materials to Cheryl Bicknell, Assoc. Dir. of Project Planning, bicknell@illinois.edu.
Extra Help Capital Construction Project Manager
The XH Project Manager will be esponsible for the scope, budget, and schedule management, contract administration, design and construction execution on assigned campus projects from conception to completion. Project budgets typically range between $500,000 to $5,000,000 and project scopes identified as medium complexity. Responsible for administration of the established design, construction, and post-construction phase services provided to the campus by the Capital Programs Division. Accountable to ensure completing all projects on time, on budget and to a satisfied customer and to the expected quality parameters.
Recommended Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or a closely related field.
*Two (2) years (24 months) of commercial construction management experience.
*Based on position requirements, additional education, training, and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position, may be required.
Send application materials to Jon Hasselbring, Assoc. Dir. of Project Management, Contact: Jon Hasselbring, hasselbr@illinois.edu.
Benefits at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
The University of Illinois is a mission-driven organization that comes with a myriad of benefits and opportunities. To learn more about the campus-wide benefits of employment, click here: University Benefits.
Internship Program
The program is available to students enrolled on the Urbana campus. The Internship Program DIP brings undergraduates and graduate students from underrepresented backgrounds to F&S. Spanning across nearly every division of F&S, time is spent helping complete work, but hopefully in a way that helps them.
Diversity Statement
We have a diverse workforce in an inclusive workplace that unleashes the talents of all employees to create value, deliver superior support, and develop innovative solutions for the customers we serve. We will treat our co-workers and customers in a manner that encourages and strengthens an environment of inclusivity.
How to Apply: http://humanresources.illinois.edu/job-seekers/how-to-apply/index.html.
For general information visit: http://jobs.illinois.edu.
The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (go.illinois.edu/EEO).
As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility. For more information, call 217-333-2137.
