Assistant Vice Chancellor Facilities Operations

Job Summary

The Assistant Vice Chancellor for Facility Operations supports the mission of TCU by providing facility management and services ensuring the functionality, comfort, safety, sustainability and efficiency of TCU's campus and built environment to include university buildings (currently 6.6 million square feet, 140 buildings), private infrastructure, and all landscaping and grounds for the 300+ acre campus.

Duties & Essential Job Functions

• Leads and manages all aspects of operations, maintenance and repair of the university's physical plant. Oversees work planning, assignment, scheduling, implementation and quality control of planned/preventive maintenance plan, repair and restoration. Directs preparation for, response to, and recovery from damages due to emergency.
• Leads and manages Facilities Operations team comprised of engineers, managers, crafts and trades technicians, landscaping and grounds, service assistants, movers and postal staff.
• Maintains staffing through effective recruiting and hiring practices; training, evaluating and supervising assigned staff; and assisting managers and supervisors with their leadership and optimization of their respective departments and processes, in partnership with TCU Human Resources.
• Directs service and construction contracts providing support to the departments' efforts.
• Ensures high levels of facilities maintenance standards are met by collaborating with campus leaders and stakeholders as well as evaluating programmatic and operational effectiveness via key performance indicators and organizational goals.
• Partners with Facilities Finance, Asset Management, and Campus Planning teams in the development and forecasting of current- and future-year data-informed budgets and plans, to include annual capital, repair, renewal and replacement.
• Provides budgetary stewardship and oversight for all Facilities Operations departments and advises on funding requirements and allocations to adequately operate, maintain and repair university facilities, infrastructure and grounds.
• Leads and manages development and execution of annual capital projects assigned to Facilities Operations based on the nature of work.
• Collaborates with Planning, Design & Construction team in the development and review of campus design standards. Leads operations team review of annual and major capital projects to ensure compliance with design standards, operational expectations, consistency, and maintainability.
• Oversees the University's energy and utilities department and all energy programs and initiatives. Leads Director of Utilities and Energy Manager to develop and implement sustainable, energy-saving and cost-saving energy projects by identifying, analyzing and tracking energy usage consumption.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university.
• 10 plus years of progressive supervisory experience in industrial, higher education, governmental engineering, public works or commercial maintenance operations and construction management.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Master's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management or related field from an accredited college or university.

Required Licensure / Certification / Specialized Training

• Registration as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect.
• Valid Texas Driver's License.
• Must be insurable under the university motor vehicle requirements.

Preferred Licensure, Certification, and/or Specialized Training

• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of facilities management: design, construction, operations and maintenance with an understanding of regulations, technologies, and best practices.
• Knowledge of data-informed decision making: development and use of key performance indicators to evaluate effectiveness and effectuate change.
• Knowledge of strategic frameworks, methodologies, and the ability to develop and implement long-term plans.
• Skill in leading, mentoring and motivating teams, setting a clear vision, and fostering team and employee engagement towards a positive work culture.
• Skill in analyzing complex situations, anticipating future trends, and developing innovative/strategic solutions.
• Skill in effective communication, active listening, and building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders across all levels.
• Skill in decision making, even with limited information, and understanding the potential impact of decisions.
• Skill in change management and leading organizations through periods of transition.
• Skill in financial management, understanding financial statements, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Skill in identifying and analyzing problems, developing solutions, and implementing corrective actions.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances, embrace new technologies, and remain flexible in uncertainty.
• Ability to influence, persuade and motivate others to achieve…