Director/Senior Director, Capital Projects

Director/Senior Director, Capital Projects & Facilities Planning and Operations, Penn Arts & Sciences The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer inPhiladelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research,and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranksamong the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & WorldReport survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provideopportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education,all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach toscholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been rankednationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbeswho named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city ofPhiladelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urbancampus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, andrecreational activities. With its historical significance andlandmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety ofatmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home forwork and play. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includesexcellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and theirfamilies, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety ofprofessional development opportunities, supportive work and familybenefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources,and much more. Posted Job Title Director/Senior Director, Capital Projects & Facilities Planning and Operations, Penn Arts & Sciences Job Profile Title Director D, Facilities Job Description Summary Reporting directly to the Vice Dean of Finance and Administration,this leadership role will oversee the design and project managementgroup in the School of Arts & Sciences (SAS) Project Managementthat implements projects including small office renovations, newand replacement furniture spec and purchase, facilitiesinfrastructure renewal, comprehensive suite upgrades, rental spaceupdates, multi-million dollar lab renovations and new buildingconstruction Additionally, the Senior Director SAS Facilities Planning &Operations of oversees all facilities operations, includingmaintenance, utilities coordination, safety, and continuity, acrossowned and leased assets, and directs and develops amultidisciplinary staff of 20+ across operations, planning, design,and project delivery. Job Description

INTRO TO DEPARTMENT:

Penn Arts and Sciences (SAS) forms the foundation of thescholarly excellence that has established Penn as one of theworld's leading research universities. We teach students across all12 Penn schools, and our academic departments span the reach fromanthropology and biology to sociology and South Asian studies.Members of the Penn Arts & Sciences faculty are leaders increating new knowledge in their disciplines and are engaged innearly every area of interdisciplinary innovation. Penn Arts &Sciences educational divisions fulfill different missions, unitedby a broader commitment to providing our students with an unrivalededucation in the liberal arts. SAS Facilities Planning & Operations provides servicesin project coordination, building administration, and operationalservices to the various departments within the School of Arts andSciences. The SAS Capital Project and Design Team implementsprojects including small office renovations, new and replacementfurniture spec and purchase, facilities infrastructure renewal,comprehensive suite upgrades, multi-million dollar lab renovations,rental space updates and new building construction. SAS iscurrently implementing a multi-year capital program includingprojects up to $500M+ in individual project value.

DUTIES:

For Both Director C and Director D Levels: Reporting directly to the Vice Dean of Finance and Administration,this leadership role will oversee the design and project managementgroup in the School of Arts & Sciences (SAS) Project Managementthat implements projects including small office renovations, newand replacement furniture spec and purchase, facilitiesinfrastructure renewal, comprehensive suite upgrades, multi-milliondollar lab renovations, rental space updates and new buildingconstruction. This position will be responsible for establishingbudgets, project initiation and track determination, designmanagement, and implementation of various types and scales ofcapital and non-capital new construction, renovation, and furnitureupgrade projects in SAS. This position will work in partnershipwith the SAS Director of Facilities Operations to ensure acohesive, collaborative and consistent approach to facilitiesmanagement in SAS. This position will also work in partnership withFRES at various levels to ensure a cohesive, collaborative andconsistent approach to facilities management in SAS. Director will be responsible to work with the relevant partners atPenn Facilities and Real Estate Services (FRES), clients in SAS,and other persons as needed to ensure that projects run on-time, onbudget and with a high degree of professionalism. The Director will be responsible for managing, improving, anddocumenting all internal processes and procedures associated withthe implementation of capital and non-capital projects in SAS FPOand ensuring that sustainability goals are incorporated into eachproject. The position and associated staff serve to partner with,manage expectations of, and represent the clients (faculty, staff,students, SAS) on each project assigned. The Director will also beresponsible for all furniture projects and ensure new andreplacement furniture requests are processed appropriately. TheDirector will be responsible for implementing space coordinationprocesses and will lead, in close partnership with the Vice Dean,overall space planning efforts for SAS. For the Senior Director of Facilities Planning & Operations (Director D Level): The Senior Director oversees facilities operations, includingmaintenance, utilities coordination, safety, and continuity, acrossowned and leased assets, and directs and develops amultidisciplinary staff of 20+ across operations, planning, design,and project delivery. The position serves as the primary liaison to academic and centralleadership, advising on capital priorities, infrastructure risk,and long-term asset strategy, and is responsible for preparing andpresenting capital investment analyses and project updates tosenior leadership in support of institutional governance. TheSenior Director coordinates with external partners, includingconsultants, regulators, and local agencies, to support projectdelivery and compliance, and integrates sustainability, energyefficiency, and resilience strategies into capital planning andfacilities operations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Director of Capital Projects (Director C Level): BA/BS required, Master's degree preferred. Education related toArchitecture, Construction Management, Design, or related fieldrequired plus 7-10 years of experience (or equivalent combinationof education and experience). Experience leading capital projects required. Preferredexperience in research laboratory design and/or MEP within anacademic environment. Extensive experience collaborating withFacilities Division of large organization and other campus partnerswould be ideal. Demonstrated project management and organization skills withthe ability to think high-level and execute on the details. Provenability to exercise good judgment, take initiative, and makeindependent decisions. Strong planning and organizationalcapabilities along with problem solving skills are required. Ability to work with and communicate effectively at all levelswithin the organization from senior management totechnicians. Ability to move multiple projects forward at the same timewhile remaining on point with the school's mission Demonstrated ability to work independently and resolveissues/emergencies. Available during non-traditional work hours includingevenings/nights and weekends. This position requires on-campus presence at least 75% of thetime. The position involves frequent walking, including walking forextended periods of time indoors or outdoors. For the Senior Director of Facilities Planning & Operations(Director D Level): Bachelor's degree and 7-10 years of experience or equivalentcombination of education and experience required. Master's degreeand 7-10 years of management, business and/or academic experiencepreferred. Strong management & leadership skills and experiencerequired. Candidates must have experience in building andmaintaining relationships with stakeholders, leading teams, anddeveloping organization-wide strategies. Job Location - City, State Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Department / School School of Arts and Sciences Pay Range $135,327.00 - $150,000.00 Annual Rate Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications,experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to therequirements of the position, and in alignment with salary rangesbased on external market data for the job's level. Internalorganization and peer data at Penn are also considered. Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer.Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race,color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin(including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenshipstatus, age, disability, veteran status or any class protectedunder applicable federal, state or local law. Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer ismade. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to therequirements of the job. University Benefits Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Pennoffers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health,dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and yourfamily's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spendingaccounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent careexpenses with pre-tax dollars. Tuition : Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuitionbenefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can gettuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are alsoeligible for tuition assistance at other institutions. Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans tohelp you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, andSupplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on apre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investmentoptions through TIAA and Vanguard. Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with asubstantial amount of time away from work during the course of theyear. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personalaffairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time withfamily-whatever your personal needs may be. Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with GenworthFinancial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible familymembers) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of thecosts of long-term care services received at home, in the communityor in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, youwon't have to provide proof of good health or be subject tounderwriting requirements. Eligible family members must alwaysprovide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting. Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed tosupporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competingdemands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a widevariety of programs and resources to help you care for your health,your family, and your work-life balance. Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides anarray of resources to help you advance yourself personally andprofessionally. University Resources: As a member of the Penn community,you have access to a wide range of University resources as well ascultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of theUniversity's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit ourarboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on atPenn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latestmusic or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the PennRelays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a memberof the Penn community, you're right in the middle of theexcitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of theseactivities for free. Discounts and Special Services : From arts andentertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find greatdeals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts andcultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admissionand memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoysubstantial savings on other goods and services such as new carsfrom Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movietickets, and admission to theme parks. Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offercreative approaches for completing work while promoting balancebetween work and personal commitments. These approaches involve useof non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or jobstructures. Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivableloan for eligible employees interested in buying a home orcurrently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used forclosing costs or home improvements. Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligibleemployees on qualified expenses in connection with the legaladoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for upto two adoptions in your household. To learn more, please visit: Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer.Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race,color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin(including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenshipstatus, age, disability, veteran status or any class protectedunder applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.