Program Manager - Solano Campus (Facilities Planning & Capital Projects)

About The Position

Cal Poly Maritime Academy at the Solano Compus located in Vallejo, CA is in the midst of transforming project delivery process as well as accelerating capital planning. Focusing on more collaborative processes, innovative contracts, and best practices from across the industry, Cal Poly Solano is looking to create a project delivery group that matches its top-rated Architecture and Construction Management programs. Under the general direction of the Executive Director of Facilities Planning and Capital Projects (FPCP), the Program Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, operation, and management of project management administration for capital outlay projects assigned to the program. The Program Manager is a facilitator in building partnerships and fostering collaboration in a program focused environment to execute work. The incumbent is a decision maker supporting a program, including project development and delivery; project funding strategy and management; collaboration with clients, design professionals, consultants, and contractors; coaching/supervising a team(s) of project managers, technical and administrative support staff; directing activities; and managing operations and budgets. Key to this position is strong leadership skills, technical expertise, and effective communication. The incumbent will champion initiatives within the FPCP department which may include the strategic plan, operational goals, and staff development. This position is critical to act on behalf of the university and the client to move projects forward in a timely manner and maximize the value to the academic mission. The Program Manager will work in partnership with Cal Poly SLO to support projects at the Cal Poly Maritime Academy at the Solano campus located in Vallejo, CA. Facilities Management and Development (FMD), a unit within the Administration and Finance Division (AFD), is responsible for the planning, design, construction, operations, maintenance, and repair of university facilities, grounds, and infrastructure. FMD consists of four critical and interdependent support departments, including Customer & Business Services; Energy, Utilities, & Sustainability; Facilities Planning & Capital Projects; and Facilities Operations. In support of the Cal Poly Solano mission, the FMD department is committed to sustainability, responsible stewardship of natural resources, and promoting an inclusive culture that values individual and organizational integrity, civility, equity, and diversity.

Requirements

Extensive Capital Project Management Experience
Strong Leadership & Team Development Skills
Strategic Planning & Program Administration Expertise
Advanced Communication & Stakeholder Collaboration
In-Depth Knowledge of Facilities Design & Construction
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field and eight years of progressively responsible experience in the area of project management.
Possession of (or ability to obtain by date of hire) a valid California Driver’s License.
This position may require the ability to obtain AHERA Inspector certification for asbestos related work and Cal/OSHA Lead training as well as the ability to wear respiratory protection.
A Cal/OSHA mandated medical evaluation is required prior to the use of a respirator.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the FMD Leadership, and AFD Senior Leadership in establishing long and short-term goals and set department priorities that align with Cal Poly’s academic strategic plan and physical master plan.
Coordinate with Campus Planning and Academics, Auxiliaries, and other facility users on and off campus for determining the 5-year capital planning efforts.
Analyze benchmarks – evaluate past and current facilities data for improvements and new building programming.
Categorize identified requirements and prioritize actions such as system renewals, construction of new facilities, mandated projects such as those involving regulatory compliance or lease obligations, and donor-funded project(s).
Demonstrate programming scenarios and procurement methods to pinpoint risks, highlight financial consequences, and provide budget forecasts.

Benefits

Cal Poly offers a best-in-class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees.

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