Director, Facilities Planning & Capital Projects

Director, Facilities Planning & Capital Projects

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• Direct facilities operations for multiple areas, typically at a University-wide scope
• Report directly to senior leadership
• Approve staffing plans for multiple areas
• Establish standards for operating areas
• Participate in University Board of Trustees meetings as assigned
• Chair University committees as requested
• Monitor and approve budgets for multiple areas
• Participate in the development of University policies and procedures
• Communicate to a broad internal and external University audience
• Advise senior leadership on matters related to areas of operation
• Set program directions as required to meet mission
• Represent the University with regulatory agencies
• Oversee the work of professional consultants
• Review and recommend approval of professional consultants
• Set program criteria for projects
• Develop University policies and procedures; ensure compliance
• Oversee and ensure appropriate implementation, operation, evaluation, and adjustment to processes within the organization to ensure quality standards are achieved; champion continuous quality improvement initiatives utilizing appropriate philosophies and theories to solve problems and improve processes

Bachelor's Degree; 10+ years of relevant experience, including 3+ years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Required

Certifications:

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The Director, College of Medicine / Hershey Medical Center Facilities Planning & Capital Projects reports to the Assistant Vice President for Facilities and locally oversees planning, project management, and renovation functions of the Facilities Department at the PSU College of Medicine / PSH Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. The position has 3-4 direct reports, including Sr. Project Managers overseeing the project management and renovations teams, a staff planner, and a planning coordinator.

Roles include implementing space planning, programming, and management practices across the Academic Medical Center and coordinating with the PSU Office of Physical Plant, Planning Design & Properties. Responsibilities include timely and professional planning guidance and project implementation services in collaboration with the Office of the Dean, Vice Deans for Research and Education, Hospital leadership, and department Chairs.

Employment will require successful completion of background checks in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $ - $. Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and paid time off. A 75% tuition discount is available to employees and eligible dependents. For more details, visit the Benefits Page.

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