Associate Vice President - Facilities Planning

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Main Campus - Orem
Job Type: Executives
Job Number: FY2606118
Division: VP Administration/Strategic Rel
Department: Facilities/Planning
Opening Date: 06/18/2026
Closing Date: 7/1/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Required Documents Needed to Apply: Resume

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents: Letters of Recommendation
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Position Announcement
Join Utah Valley University as the Associate Vice President of Facilities Planning and play a key leadership role in shaping the future of one of Utah's largest public universities. This position provides the opportunity to lead strategic facilities planning, capital development, real estate initiatives, and physical plant operations that support the university's mission and long-term goals. Working closely with senior leadership, you will oversee major construction and renovation projects, guide the development of the university master plan, and provide executive oversight for facilities operations across multiple campus locations.

This role is ideal for an experienced leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, managing large-scale operations, and driving strategic initiatives. You will have the opportunity to lead high-performing teams, oversee significant budgets and capital investments, build partnerships with state and local agencies, and help ensure the university's facilities continue to support growth and operational excellence. If you have a proven record of leadership in facilities management, capital planning, construction, or physical plant operations, we invite you to apply and make a lasting impact at UVU.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Represents the Vice President of Administration and Strategic Relations as the chief capital facilities officer of the university for physical plant development, facilities planning, design, and supervision of all remodeling, improvement, construction, grounds, custodial, engineering, parking, motor pool, facilities, HVAC, Activities Center, and inventory reporting.
• Plans and evaluates the performance of programs in accordance with institutional policies and procedures. Guides facilities directors as they resolve administrative issues and conduct program and staff evaluations. Directs facilities planning functions, including the development of strategic and long-range plans as well as the university's master plan.
• Prepares budgets for submission and approves expenditures of supervised departments in the areas of personnel, travel, and current and capital expenses. Allocates fiscal and staff resources of supervised departments in accordance with needs and within authorized limits. Recommends and assigns staff to university committees as necessary.
• Initiates cooperative relationships with appropriate local agencies, UDOT, UTA, DFCM, Utah Board of Higher Education and its staff, other state and federal agencies, civic and professional organizations, and businesses as appropriate.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications


Graduation from an accredited institution with a bachelor's degree in facilities management, engineering, construction management, architecture, business administration, or a closely related field, and a minimum of 14 years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management, capital planning, construction, or physical plant operations, including senior leadership oversight of large-scale operations, personnel, budgets, and capital projects.

Preferred Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited institution with a master's degree in facilities management, engineering, construction management, architecture, business administration, or a closely related field, and a minimum of 15 years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management, capital planning, construction, or physical plant operations, including senior leadership oversight of large-scale operations, personnel, budgets, and capital projects.

Documents Needed to Apply
Required:

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional:

1. Letter of Recommendations

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities


Knowledge

• Knowledge of computer software and software applications.
• General knowledge of construction, HVAC, grounds, engineering, problem solving, space management, and accountability.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the facilities and physical plant requirements of a large, diverse, multipurpose public institution.
• Knowledge and understanding of the mission, goals, and objectives of a major educational and research institution.
• Knowledge of real estate management principles and techniques.
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles, processes, and requirements for strategic planning and development within a public institution.

Skills

• Advanced skills in principles, methods, and techniques, leadership, and effective coordination of multiple institutional programs and initiatives.
• Skill in business and financial planning and management.
• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
• Skill in advanced verbal and written communication and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups.
• Skill in organizational planning, structuring, and staffing.
• Employee development and performance management skills.

Abilities

• Ability to develop various reports, including graphs, tables, and spreadsheets.
• Ability to effectively manage several budgets.
• Ability to establish and implement cohesive and synergistic business strategies on an institution-wide basis.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to deal with personnel issues and relate to trades personnel as well as Administrative personnel.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

UVU is pleased to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports employees and their family's overall physical and mental health, protects their income in case of unforeseen illness and life events, and assists in building financial security for retirement and the future.

Highlights from Utah Valley University's benefits package include:

• Medical network and plan options with low employee premiums
• Employer HSA contribution for those that elect the university's High-Deductible Health Plan
• Other tax advantage, reimbursement account options (i.e. Flexible Spending Account & Dependent Care)
• Dental and vision plan options
• Incentivized wellness program
• Employer paid basic life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long Term Disability (LTD) coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan with an employer contribution of 14.2% based on employee's compensation (100% vested on first day of full-time employment)
• Undergraduate tuition remission benefit waiving up to 18 credit hours (each semester) for employees and their eligible dependents (spouses & children dependents unmarried and up to age 26)
• Generous leave package which includes sick, vacation (staff only), and personal leave; 13 paid holidays; paid medical maternity and parental leave

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Do you meet the required qualifications as outlined: Graduation from an accredited institution with a bachelor's degree in facilities management, engineering, construction management, architecture, business administration, or a closely related field, and a minimum of 14 years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management, capital planning, construction, or physical plant operations, including senior leadership oversight of large-scale operations, personnel, budgets, and capital projects?

• Yes
• No

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What is your highest level of education?

• High School or equivalent
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Ph.D.
• Ph.D. (abd)
• Juris Doctorate

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How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

• 1-3 years
• 4-6 years
• 7-9 years
• 10-12 years
• 13-15 years
• 16+ years

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Please indicate your field of study.
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Do you have at least 14 years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management, capital planning, construction, or physical plant operations, including senior leadership oversight of large-scale operations, personnel, budgets, and capital projects?

• Yes
• No

Required Question