Binghamton University Senior Director of Planning, Design & Construction
The Role:
Position Summary
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Facilities Management, the Senior Director of Planning, Design, & Construction is responsible for overseeing and managing design and construction management services for capital projects and large critical maintenance projects on the Binghamton University main campus in Vestal and adjacent Innovative Technologies Complex (ITC), the Health Sciences campus in Johnson City (Decker School of Nursing and the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences), and University Downtown Center in Binghamton. Additionally, the position oversees the design and construction of a new battery prototyping facility being built in Endicott at the non-affiliated Huron Campus Facility.
The Senior Director is responsible for providing leadership and technical expertise in all aspects of planning, design, and construction of academic, residential, athletic, and research facilities.
The Senior Director is responsible for ensuring the university's compliance with regulations and other requirements of the State University of New York (SUNY), the State University Construction Fund (SUCF), and other external authorities having jurisdiction related to planning, design, and construction matters.
The Senior Director serves on several campuses standing and ad-hoc committees and may represent Binghamton University on external committees or boards as required.
The Senior Director's direct reports will include a Director of Design, a Director of Planning & Construction Management, and a Staff Assistant. The Design staff includes six licensed architects, ten engineers, and four related support staff. Currently, the Planning and Construction Management department includes twelve staff, including the Director.
Primary Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate for the Senior Director of Planning, Design & Construction will: • Manage the daily activities of the Office of Planning, Design and Construction Management. • Work in partnership with the State University Construction Fund (SUCF), the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY), outside architectural/engineering firms, consultants, and contractors to ensure that all capital projects are completed on time and within budget. • Work collaboratively with the campus community on all aspects of planning, design, and construction. • Ensure that projects comply with NYS standards and SUNY/SUCF requirements. • Participate in the capital improvement planning process. • Manage the updating of the Campus Master Plan. • Enforce all federal, state, and campus safety rules and regulations for all personnel on job sites. • Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local codes and requirements. • Ensure construction procurement and execution complies with all applicable MWBE policies and procedures. • Manage grant funded projects in accordance with SUNY, Research Foundation, and other agency rules and regulations. • Possess strong leadership abilities. • Have exceptional written and oral communication skills. • Effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders, both internally and externally. • Have a proven track record of successfully managing large-scale design and construction projects. • Be an effective leader who can mentor and inspire a diverse and dedicated team of professionals, while sustaining a positive work environment.
Required Qualifications: • A bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or related field from an accredited institution. • Minimum of ten (10) years of active working experience in architecture, engineering, planning, design, or construction. • Active architecture or engineering license in good standing (NCARB registration is preferred). • Relevant supervisory/management experience in a complex organization and demonstrated progressive managerial and leadership experience in related areas.
Preferred Qualifications: • Master's degree in engineering, architecture, or related field. • Experience working in higher education, either as an employee of an institution or as a service provider such as a design firm, consultant, or contractor. • Experience with latest design tools and methodologies, building codes, and construction standards. • Experience reviewing design and construction documents for constructability and conformance to project requirements, identifying and resolving complex issues and conflicts. • Experience with New York State agencies/authorities such as the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY), and the State University Construction Fund (SUCF). • Design/build experience highly desirable.
Additional Information
Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.
Binghamton University Senior Director of Planning, Design & Construction
About Our Firm:
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Helpful Links • Binghamton University: www.binghamton.edu • University Physical Facilities Department: www.binghamton.edu/physical-facilities • University Human Resources Office: www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources • The Official Binghamton Tourism Website: visitbinghamton.org
The Search
Binghamton University is conducting a regional search with the assistance of Helbling, a ZRG company.
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