Senior Associate Vice President, University Facilities & Services

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Worker Subtype:
Regular

Time Type:
Full time

Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

Department: 100035 Assoc VP Office of Facilities

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range: UR UR2 098

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The Senior Associate Vice President of University Facilities and Services (SAVP) reports to the Executive Vice President for Administration and Finance, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer (EVP) and serves as a member of the President's Cabinet.

The SAVP has operational oversight for all University properties, leading an organization of approximately 800 people. Leadership responsibilities include Utilities and Energy Services, Planning, Design and Construction, and Maintenance and Operations for all facilities and grounds.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring that the physical environment supports the institution’s mission, enhances the student experience, supports patients and research and meets the highest standards for sustainability, reliability, safety, and efficiency.

In this strategic role, the SAVP works in close collaboration with senior leadership to align University strategic plan goals and programmatic priorities with the physical development and maintenance of University facilities. The SAVP regularly presents to the Board of Trustees Facilities and Campus Planning Committee at the request of the EVP and champions the ‘One University’ approach through collaborative policy and process design.

Oversees approximately $150m operating budget and approximately $500m annual capital planning and implementation budget.

• Provide executive leadership and management to University Facilities and Services, providing supervision, engagement, and operational support, while creating a positive workplace that is highly proficient in the delivery of world‑class facilities solutions.

• Maintenance of University operated facilities for all divisions including central and offsite locations.
• Asset management group
• Internal self-performed construction group
• Customer service center
• Materials Management
• Horticulture & Grounds department
• Engineering and Commissioning
• Responsible for energy and utilities including utilities production, operations and maintenance of utilities distribution system, building automation controls, cogeneration and infrastructure analysis and energy management.
• Responsible for the planning, design and construction group that manages the development and implementation of capital construction projects.
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs for all campus buildings, grounds, and infrastructure to ensure safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing facilities.
• Lead initiatives to optimize operational efficiency, including leveraging technology, data analytics, and industry best practices.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Ensures comprehensive strategic planning including strong centralized master planning and capital project stewardship. Develops and manages standardized processes and planning principles to increase efficiency, building strong relationships across divisions and ensuring compliance with programmatic and financial governance and University policy. Champions the capital process approach and governance with leadership across the University.

• Provide strategic direction and executive leadership for all facilities‑related operations, including maintenance, grounds, custodial services,…