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Associate Vice President of Planning, Design & Construction
Associate Vice President of Planning, Design & ConstructionInsideHigherEd • Hanover, New Hampshire, United States
Associate Vice President of Planning, Design & Construction

Associate Vice President of Planning, Design & Construction

InsideHigherEd • Hanover, New Hampshire, United States
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Posting date : 08 / 01 / 2025

Open Until Filled : Yes

Position Number : 1129404

Position Title :

Associate Vice President of Planning, Design & Construction

Hiring Range Minimum :

$212,900

Hiring Range Maximum :

$266,100

Union Type : Not a Union Position

SEIU Level : Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status : Exempt

Employment Category :

Regular Full Time

Scheduled Months per Year :

12

Scheduled Hours per Week :

40

Location of Position :

Hanover, NH

Remote Work Eligibility? :

Onsite only

Is this a term position? :

No

If yes, length of term in months. :

n / a

Is this a grant funded position? :

No

Position Purpose :

The Associate Vice President (AVP) of Planning, Design & Construction provides strategic and operational leadership for campus-wide capital planning, architectural and engineering design, construction project management, and turnover to Operations. This position supports the College’s mission through thoughtful stewardship of physical assets, effective space planning, and sustainable infrastructure development. The AVP is a key member of the Campus Services (CS) leadership team and works collaboratively across departments to align physical development with academic, research, and community goals. In addition, engagement with Advancement and key donors is essential. The AVP takes initiative in anticipating and resolving financial, technical, permitting, coordination and communication issues that may confront the College in execution of the projects. As part of the Campus Services (CS) leadership team the AVP promotes strong collaboration and engagement with colleagues in planning, engineering, design, and operations.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp :

Bachelors plus 6 or more years' experience or combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities :

  • Bachelor’s degree in a technical field required.
  • Successful completion of a full course of study at an accredited college or university leading to a master’s or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
  • Fifteen years of direct experience in the planning, design, and construction of complex capital projects and programs, including at least five years at a leadership level.
  • Successful experience demonstrating leadership of the project delivery process including the design and construction phase with resolution of design-related issues of construction documents, and field issues during the construction phase.
  • Experience building effective project delivery systems; familiarity and experience with alternative project delivery methods.
  • Proven leader in growing and managing teams to address a high volume of workload.
  • Ability to converse technically with engineers and architects regarding campus infrastructure and the design and construction of the various building types associated with a residential college.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience working at leadership level in higher education.
  • A command of contractual methods and issues.
  • Excellent supervisory and interpersonal communications skills.
  • Flexible and diplomatic management style that empowers staff, sets high expectations, and holds department colleagues accountable.
  • Strong service orientation and a demonstrated desire to continually improve the services and operations of an organization.
  • A high level of comfort with a fast-paced, intense and complex environment where priorities can change rapidly.
  • Highly developed staffing and budget resource management skills.
  • Demonstrated commitment to sustainability.
  • Conceptual thinker who is attentive to details.
  • Ability to work with diverse and at times opposing constituencies.
  • Familiarity with Town, State, and Federal codes and ordinances.
  • Knowledge of OSHA construction safety standards and regulations.
  • Ability to develop and maintain project budgets, cash flow projections and schedules.
  • Skills in interpreting architectural and construction contracts.
  • Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries :

    Julie Findley, CFAO & Interim VP for Facilities

    Department Contact Phone Number :

    603-646-3323

    Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title :

    Julie Findley, CFAO & Interim VP for Facilities

    Equal Opportunity Employer :

    Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.

    Background Check :

    Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and / or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

    Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? :

    Yes

    Special Instructions to Applicants :

    Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https : / / policies.dartmouth.edu / policy / tobacco-free-policy

    Additional Instructions :

    #campusServices

    Quick Link :

    https : / / searchjobs.dartmouth.edu / postings / 80290

    Description : Leadership

  • A senior strategic advisor to the Vice President of Facilities, the Associate Vice President (AVP) of Planning, Design, Construction provides leadership on all aspects of the division’s work. Contributes to strategic planning and implementation of Dartmouth’s campus stewardship to support the mission of the institution. Includes preparation and presentation of materials to Dartmouth Boards and other Committees.
  • Advises the VP Facilities and Dartmouth’s senior management on all matters pertaining to capital project planning, design, and construction, including planning, feasibility, scope of work, building technologies, costs and scheduling, sustainable design, risk and liability and consultant qualification and selection.
  • Oversees capital project delivery from conceptual planning through all phases of design and construction, to project close-out, including successful transfer to operations. Ensures a smooth transition between all phases, paying particular attention to the operational impact of design ideas and coordinating closely with the Senior Director of Planning through the planning and design phases and AVP Facilities for turnover to operations.
  • Directs the development of design guidelines for all campus buildings. Leads the use of sustainable building practices, high-performance building technologies, accessibility compliance and appropriate building and landscape design in a manner that preserves and continues a legacy of rich and forward-thinking design.
  • Leads and / or advises on architect selection process. Guides the design of capital projects to ensure excellent quality of the built environment.
  • Develops a world-class, full-phase project delivery methodology which incorporates best practices, and manages the staff necessary to execute effectively. Ensures capital projects meet quality and programming expectations, and are delivered on schedule and on budget.
  • Provides open and timely communication of project status, ensuring that appropriate parties are well informed of project risks and demands for changes to project scope which impact schedule, budget and quality.
  • Serves as a community liaison, playing a significant role in managing town-gown relations. Along with other staff members, represents the College at meetings with town committees and officials, and participates in local land use planning, zoning, permitting, and financing for Dartmouth projects.
  • Oversees capital program and project controls, ensuring appropriate management of financial, document, and scheduling controls for each capital project and across the capital program.
  • Percentage Of Time : 50

    Description : Leadership

  • Develops and administers financial components of the operating budget for area of responsibility. Oversees the development of budgets for all capital building projects. Leads the technical review process to ensure capital project proposals consider all appropriate risks, and factor appropriate scope, risk and contingency into the project budget.
  • Supervises senior level managers, in both project management and planning, serving as a role-model, advocate, and mentor to direct reports and staff. Responsible for all management issues including team building practices, performance evaluations and professional development and training. Creates and sustains an environment that fosters teamwork, excellence, respect, and accountability.
  • Leads and / or advises on the selection, negotiation and contract endorsement for all 3rd-party consultants and contractors, ensuring appropriate accountability, coordination, and communication.
  • Percentage Of Time : 50

    Description : Leadership

    We are actively striving to make Campus Services a desired place to work in the Upper Valley, a place where people feel welcomed, where they can be their authentic selves, be heard, and feel accepted. We want this culture to be felt by those who receive our services. The way we treat one another should be the same way we treat our customers.

  • Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
  • Participates in division wide CEB initiatives and training, including promotion of the 7 Principles (Empathy, Fairness, Dependability, Inclusivity, Consideration, Vulnerability and Respect)
  • Collaborates, when appropriate, on other CEB-related initiatives within the division and College
  • Percentage Of Time : 50

    Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

    Performs other duties as assigned.

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