Director Campus Planning, Design & University Architect
About The Position
Lead a talented and engaged team in a department that values innovation, collaboration, and service excellence. As a member of the Facilities Management Services (FMS) leadership team, you will help shape the future of RIT's campus through strategic planning and design, employee development, and organizational leadership. The Director of Planning & Design leads the planning and design activities associated with university-wide space planning, renovation and capital programs, serving as the University's architectural representative by providing design leadership and oversight for more than $20 million in annual capital construction and renovation projects. In partnership with campus stakeholders, this role develops long-range programmatic and facility plans that support RIT's strategic vision.
Requirements
- Knowledge of design and construction industries
- Knowledge of relevant federal and state rules and regulations
- Skill in project management
- Skill in effective communication, both written and oral
- Ability to plan and delegate the work of others and train and/or supervise the work of others
- Ability to establish program goals and objectives that support the strategic plan and plan, implement, and evaluate programs
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- 15 years of relevant experience
- Equivalent combination of experience & education may be considered
- NYS Architect License
- Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.
Responsibilities
- Manages planning and design activities including staff supervision, customer service, quality performance
- Collaborates with senior leadership to evaluate campus space needs, provide expertise, and plan for new and renovated space
- Oversees the design and development of campus capital projects using internal resources and external consultants, including the development of programmatic needs, basic aesthetic characteristics, and establishing project budgets and schedules
- Coordinates with Project Managers and customer contacts to ensure programmatic needs, design criteria, and schedules and budgets are met throughout the development of design
- Develops and revises processes and procedures to support collaboration across the university and provide excellent customer service
- Contributes to departmental strategic planning and continuous improvement
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Sick and vacation time
- 12 paid holidays per year
- Retirement and financial planning resources
- Educational benefits for employees and dependents
- Employee wellness program
- Free use of on-site fitness facilities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
