Chief of University Planning, Design & Construction

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Date Posted: 01/13/2026
Req : 46599
Faculty/Division: Operations and Real Estate Partnerships
Department: University Planning, Design & Construction
Campus:St. George (Downtown Toronto)
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Description:

The Chief of University Planning, Design & Construction (UPDC) will assume stewardship of one of the University's most precious assets - a portfolio of land, buildings and related અલફી facilities spanning academic, research, administrative, residential and commercial buildings on three campuses. The St. George Campus is prominently situated in a complex urban setting, with a wide variety of architectural styles, and is surrounded by diverse neighbourhoods and landmarks.

The UTSC and the UTM campuses are approximately 30 km from downtown Toronto and present different conditions and complexities permitting.

Committed to design excellence, sensitive to its historical context and mindful of the need to approach expenditures in a responsible, sustainable way, the portfolio presents many challenges and opportunities. Overseeing an exceptional portfolio of land and buildings, this is a significant leadership position with an extensive impact on the student experience at the University of Toronto. The Chief will develop strategies to align the University’s physical assets to its academic mission, maximize value for the future, and optimize use of the university’s physical assets in the immediate term, develop both the long term and annual plans for acquisition, divestiture, construction and redevelopment of land and buildings on all campuses.

Leading a team of professionals, the incumbent is responsible for establishing the strategic direction and vision for the University Planning, Design and Construction Division through a group of Directors (Project Development, Design & Engineering, and Project Management) and support staff including architectspti and engineers. The Chief will provide leadership and coordination in: optimizing the utilization of the University’s existing physical resources, planning for future capital projects that организме, ensuring project development that is a smooth transition between planning and implementation, providing in‑house design and engineering services, and ensuring successful implementation of capital projects through project management.

• Develop strategic plans with senior management for redevelopment of University land and buildings to optimize opportunities for additional academic space and potential for leasing and commercial .
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