Director of Residential Capital Planning, Design, and Construction
Listed on 2025-12-21
-
Management
Program / Project Manager, Operations Manager
Director of Residential Capital Planning, Design, and Construction Position Information
Position Title:
Director of Residential Capital Planning, Design, and Construction
Department:
Residential Planning, Design & Construction
Posting Link: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./60359
Job Type: Full‑Time
Position SummaryUB Housing Operations is accepting applications for the Director of Residential Capital Project Planning, Design, and Construction (FPMO - Facilities Planning and Management Officer). In this role, you will lead a dynamic and diverse staff providing direction to the establishment and oversight of capital and renewal projects. You will direct the planning, development, implementation, and management of renewal, renovation, and new construction projects in support of 2.5 million square feet of space spread over two campus locations.
The residential population is just over 7,500 students in 13 residence halls and 5 apartment complexes.
As a senior leader, the functional areas of responsibility within the housing operations team include development of short and long‑term project scheduling and financial planning including project scope and design development, construction management, coordination with the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY) for both project funding and project management, assuring stakeholder and campus partner coordination, contractor engagement and management, and project closeout.
The incumbent shall be responsible for setting employee and/or group goals, workforce planning, training and assessment.
This position will require professional acumen to employ a variety of leadership strategies and interact consistently with housing management and staff, contractors, vendors, stakeholders, and students. In this role, you will provide leadership for and supervision of approximately 3 direct and indirect report staff, including Associate/Assistant Directors and Managers for project planning and management. You will oversee an annual average capital and operational projects budget of approximately $40 million dollars.
Yourresponsibilities include:
- Direct the long‑term capital improvements, renovations, and new construction in support of the housing master plan.
- Develop, administer, and implement Capital Projects policies and procedures related to the Housing Operations organization.
- Direct administration of Housing Capital Projects, including project initiation, design, engagement of PM, schedule, stakeholder involvement, in‑house project management, and close‑out.
Our team recognizes the advantages diverse perspectives and backgrounds bring to the workforce. We are particularly interested in candidates who share this value and will work to achieve the universitys goals of inclusive excellence.
About Student LifeStudent Life is dedicated to creating a student‑centered environment that fosters engagement, well‑being, and success. Guided by four strategic priorities‑student engagement, health and wellness, personalized support, and advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice‑we provide transformative experiences that empower students to grow, lead, and thrive. As a member of Student Life, youll join a team of passionate professionals united by shared values and a commitment to student success.
We think big, act boldly, and pursue excellence with purpose. Together, we build inclusive communities, champion discovery, and celebrate the achievements that shape the UB experience.
- Our benefits, where we prioritize your well‑being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
- Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelors degree in architecture, engineering, or related field is required.
- A minimum of five years of progressive experience in architectural design, project management, supervision, and administration in a medium to large complex organization.
- A comprehensive understanding of project planning, design, and construction…
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).