Program Manager - Solano Campus; Facilities Planning & Capital Projects

Program Manager - Solano Campus (Facilities Planning & Capital Projects)

Cal Poly Maritime Academy at the Solano Campus located in Vallejo, CA is in the midst of transforming project delivery processes and accelerating capital planning. The Program Manager supports the Executive Director of Facilities Planning and Capital Projects (FPCP) and leads the project management administration for capital outlay projects assigned to the program. The role facilitates partnerships, fosters collaboration, and executes work in a program‑focused environment.

Facilities Management and Development (FMD) is a unit within the Administration and Finance Division (AFD). It is responsible for the planning, design, construction, operations, maintenance, and repair of university facilities. FMD is organized into four interdependent support departments:
Customer & Business Services;
Energy, Utilities, & Sustainability;
Facilities Planning & Capital Projects; and Facilities Operations. The department is committed to sustainability, responsible stewardship of natural resources, and an inclusive culture that values integrity, civility, equity, and diversity.

• Extensive Capital Project Management Experience
• Strategic Planning & Program Administration Expertise
• Advanced Communication & Stakeholder Collaboration
• In-Depth Knowledge of Facilities Design & Construction

• Collaborate with FMD Leadership and AFD Senior Leadership to establish long‑ and short‑term goals and set department priorities that align with Cal Poly’s academic strategic plan and physical master plan.
• Coordinate with Campus Planning, Academics, Auxiliaries, and other facility users on and off campus to determine 5‑year capital planning efforts.
• Analyze benchmarks and evaluate past and current facilities data for improvements and new building programming.
• Categorize identified requirements and prioritize actions such as system renewals, construction of new facilities, mandated projects involving regulatory compliance or lease obligations, and donor‑funded projects.
• Demonstrate programming scenarios and procurement methods to pinpoint risks, highlight financial consequences, and provide budget forecasts.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field and eight years of progressively responsible experience in project management. Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the degree on a year‑for‑year basis. A master’s degree may substitute for one year of required professional experience.

• Possession of (or ability to obtain by date of hire) a valid California Driver’s License.
• Ability to obtain AHERA Inspector certification for asbestos‑related work, Cal/OSHA Lead training, and the capability to wear respiratory protection. A Cal/OSHA‑mandated medical evaluation is required prior to respirator use.

The anticipated hiring range is $136,500–$160,000 per year, based on the applicant’s background and relevant experience. Cal Poly offers a best‑in‑class benefits program, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees’ Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. For additional information, visit our benefits website.

Cal Poly is a nationally ranked public university in San Luis Obispo, California, known for its Learn‑by‑Doing philosophy. More than 20,000 top‑tier students come to San Luis Obispo each year to transform knowledge into action. The university’s small class sizes and close student‑faculty mentorships prepare graduates to impact communities, California, and the world. For more information, visit calpoly.edu.

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil‑rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination. Our commitment to equal opportunity includes compliance with Title VI…