Jeremy R. McClelland

Role Overview: Direct planning, design, construction, and facilities operations for the University of West Georgia’s 635-acre campus, encompassing 2.8 million sq ft, with a $50M annual budget, and serving approximately 14,000 students. Reports to the University President at this Division I university.

Key Responsibilities and Achievements:

• Provide strong leadership, strategic direction, and operational planning and support for the following areas: architecture, engineering, infrastructure, construction, custodial, grounds services, environment, health and safety, fleet management, logistics, maintenance services, residential facilities, utilities and energy management, central stores, receiving, and space management
• Manage department leaders and collaborate with the University System of Georgia on capital planning, real estate, and space management.
• Provide strategic leadership to advance UWG’s mission, vision, and development goals.
• Introduce innovative approaches and technology to enhance work management systems, boosting team morale and productivity while reducing turnover.
• Transform campus environment by reducing deferred maintenance, improving aesthetics, and optimizing functionality.
• Develop new and improved student areas, increasing a sense of belonging.
• Promote sustainability through multiple initiatives and executed projects with high quality and on time delivery.
• Streamline communication between departments for better coordination and project execution.
• Lead change management initiatives to ensure smooth transitions.
• Manage projects efficiently, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.

Role Overview: Managed 2.5 million sq ft of facilities across three campuses with a $35M annual budget, serving over 50,000 students. Key contributor to district-wide reorganization and standardization.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

• Enhanced efficiency through technology, training, and sustainability initiatives.
• Fostered innovation and strengthened industry partnerships for growth.
• Developed strategic plans, managed risk, and implemented contingency measures.
• Created collaborative environments, boosting morale and reducing turnover.
• Led successful campus reorganization and improved business operations.
• Increased employee satisfaction through effective coaching and feedback.

Role Overview: Managed 850,000 sq ft of facilities with a $10M annual budget and served over 14,000 students.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

• Led strategic restructuring, turning around underperforming divisions.
• Developed high-performing teams through mentorship and growth opportunities.
• Strengthened communication, set clear objectives, and enhanced performance evaluation.
• Enhanced financial stability by optimizing budgets and resources.
• Improved decision-making with cross-functional collaboration.
• Enriched project efficiency through strategic planning and resource management.
• Designed training initiatives to maximize staff potential.
• Increased organizational readiness with emergency preparedness plans.
• Minimized risks and mitigated impacts on operations.
• Streamlined processes, implemented cost-saving measures, and boosted revenue.
• Fostered innovation and developed cutting-edge solutions.

Role Overview: Managed a 267-acre campus with 650,000 sq ft of facilities and a 3.5-acre lake, serving over 11,000 students.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

• Oversaw maintenance, grounds operations, and construction projects.
• Enhanced organizational readiness with emergency preparedness plans.
• Promoted sustainability and optimized facility layouts for efficiency.
• Directed and mentored staff, improving performance and service quality.
• Improved interdepartmental communication and managed preventive maintenance contracts.

Role Overview: Managed daily operations, staff training, quality control, and compliance for an eight-unit restaurant franchise. Led commercial renovations, remodels, and construction projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervised renovations, remodels, and construction projects.
• Ensured quality control and compliance with franchise standards.
• Managed restaurant operations and staff training.
• Streamlined operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing improvements.
• Hired and trained staff to maximize productivity.
• Resolved issues and recommended actions based on reports.