Director, Capital Planning & Construction

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

The Director of Capital Planning and Construction serve as a strategic partner with the Associate Vice President and leadership team to include planning, budget oversight, support for capital projects, and development of Renewal & Replacement (R&R) program. Executes strategic planning to guide the physical development of the campus and manage oversight of short- and long-term construction capital project needs; directs the daily operations of the Project Management team.

• Project/Program Management:
  Direct and monitor construction projects managed by the project managers to ensure effective project execution. Interact with architects, contractors and vendors on construction projects. Manage consultant and contractor selection processes. Make informed recommendations for the use of the annual multi-million-dollar college R&R program; reporting on budget, scope, schedule and risk planning.
• Plan & Project Management Execution:
  Utilize facilities capital planning tools and deferred maintenance data for informed decision-making. Translate planning concepts and technical analyses into actionable construction plans, coordinate project construction planning, define and implement project execution methods.
• Data Analysis & Project Prioritization:
  Collect and analyze facility data using a deferred maintenance database/software tool, provide reports to leadership on deferred maintenance data, recommend project priorities and define design concepts and standards.
• Direct and lead Campus Planning:
  Guide the development of campus facilities and infrastructure in line with the campus master plan, identify future projects and needs, enhance accessibility, modernization and space utilization.

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management, and planning or comparable combination of education and experience to include supervision and management of personnel and construction projects. Minimum of 7 years of related building and project development experience.

Experience with interpreting and applying campus master plan processes and guidelines; knowledge of standards and best practices; detailed knowledge of facilities and building systems maintenance and operations, knowledge of facilities condition analysis through the use of an FCI/NAV or other calculations.

Strong communication skills and ability to maintain positive relationships. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic business/accounting practices. Ability to lead teams, solve problems, and promote collaboration. Commitment to diverse hiring and staff development. Technological fluency for data management and planning. Experience working with contractors, vendors, and regulatory bodies. Must be available after-hours for emergency maintenance response.

Advanced degree in architecture, engineering, or construction project management. Certifications such as Facilities Manager (CFM), LEED AP, or Project Management Professional (PMP). Experience in a small, residential liberal arts college setting. APPA membership and CEFP certification.