Executive Director of Capital Projects (FAC PROJECT MGR 3)

Reporting directly to the Associate Vice Chancellor & University Architect (AVC), the Executive Director of Capital Projects (EDCP) is a confidential senior management position with Design and Construction Management (DCM) and a member of the Finance, Operations and Administration (FOA) leadership staff. EDCP is responsible for execution of capital project funds currently exceeding $1.5B. EDCP is responsible for two large project management units within the Capital Projects Group (CPG), dedicated to the on-time and on-budget execution of capital projects. EDCP is also responsible for the cost and schedule controls unit in DCM. EDCP is responsible for developing and administering policies and programs, manages significant human, financial, and physical resources, and functions with a very high degree of autonomy. EDCP is responsible for the stewardship of department resources and the development of systems and procedures to protect organizational assets. EDCP determines and/or recommends staffing assignments for projects under design or construction, and provides administrative oversight for teams of project managers, with emphasis on daily operations, functions, and ensuring that project progress and completion meets approved cost, schedule and program expectations. EDCP acts on behalf of the AVC to direct overall management of DCM when AVC is absent from office. EDCP manages staff and advises DCM Senior Management on all aspects of capital project execution of new and existing facilities. EDCP works in close coordination with peer facilities units within Finance, Operations and Administration (FOA) including Facilities Management (FM), Safety Services (SS) including Transportation Services (TS), Fire and Police. EDCP is a leader in relations with other organizational units at a high level ensuring the campus receives the greatest value in meeting project objectives while considering long-term impacts and available resources. EDCP is a senior resource within FOA for collaboration and coordination of capital projects and has primary responsibility for implementation of the capital project program. EDCP coordinates with the Designated Campus Building Official (AVC) and the Delegated Campus Fire Marshal ensuring capital improvement projects have been designed and constructed compliant with applicable building codes and regulations, thereby assuring that new and renovated facilities provide safe and healthy environments for the campus community. EDCP collaborates with peer executive directors to establish design principles, standards, and goals; coordinates the plan review process; and ensures projects meet best design and construction practices. EDCP may represent DCM/AVC at meetings and conferences in matters related to design and construction, planning and budget requirements. EDCP ensures the coordination, supervision, and performance of all activities within the unit necessary to the short- and long-term operational goals, budgets and objectives.

Apply By Date: May 4th, 2025. At 11:59 pm PST

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• A current California architect's license.
• A bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 15 years of experience in the architecture profession managing complex capital projects and staff with expert knowledge and experience in planning, budgets, schedules, design, construction, environmental issues, legal issues, federal, state and local laws, regulations and practices governing planning, building design and construction, state and federal legislative processes.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, oral communication, and negotiation skills to establish and maintain respectful, effective and cooperative relationships with clients, donors, faculty committees, campus and university administrators, campus departmental stakeholders, permitting agencies, budget and funding authorities, architectural and engineering consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Advanced financial, budgeting and cost management skills, including interacting with and synthesizing widely divergent viewpoints and interests including knowledge of current project and construction costs and experience with industry standard cost estimating systems.
• Advanced skills to lead, direct and manage personnel and teams working on unique and technically difficult projects in a complex administrative environment including selection, training, evaluating and as required, taking corrective action.
• Skills to serve as a resource to staff including articulating procedures and processes to staff, measuring process performance and using innovative strategy to select, develop and implement a variety of direct and indirect strategies to improve outcomes.
• Advanced organizational skills including consistently and effectively meeting budget and time deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ten years of experience in an institutional or public setting, including higher education.
• Knowledge and understanding of University and campus policies, procedures, practices, and resources to direct project administrative processes.

Key Responsibilities

• 80% - Capital Project Program Management
• 10% - Staff Management
• 10% - Consultant Selection/Contractor Recommendation

Department Overview

EDCP is responsible for execution of capital project funds currently exceeding $1.5B. Projects include new and renovated facilities for on-campus and off-campus sites including athletics facilities, labs, student and workforce housing, animal research housing, research facilities, administrative and classroom/lecture, food and animal science buildings. EDCP oversees and reviews all phases of planning and design, and construction.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $129,000.00 - $294,000.00 budgeted range $210k- $250,000 commensurate with experience
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: Grade 28
• UC Job Title: FAC PROJECT MGR 3
• UC Job Code: 000482
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule): M-F, 8am-5pm
• Location: 255 Cousteau Place (COUS255)
• Union Representation: No
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
* UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Work in office minimum three days with ability to respond to emergency needs on short notice including evenings and weekends.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

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