Senior Director, Project Programming

CSU Careers•San José, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Director, Project Programming provides strategic leadership and oversight for the University's Project Programming unit, directing the planning, programming, and execution of complex capital construction and infrastructure projects. Reporting to the Senior Associate Vice President of Facilities, Development & Operations, this position is responsible for developing long-range capital plans, managing multimillion-dollar construction programs, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, budgets, schedules, and quality standards. The role collaborates with senior university leadership, external agencies, architects, engineers, and contractors to advance the University's physical development while supporting institutional priorities. This position also provides leadership for professional staff and drives continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence across project delivery.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or relevant technical fields
Previous experience as a Project Manager, Program Manager, or in a similar leadership role, typically with 5 to 10 years of experience.
A valid driver's license is required for this position.
Out of state candidates selected for the position must obtain a State of California driver's license within 10 days of hire in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles regulations.
Once hired the employee must successfully complete the Defensive Driver Training Program provided by the State of California for California State University campuses.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting capital planning, facilities, or construction programs within a higher education, public sector, or similarly complex organization
Experience managing multiple concurrent capital projects with responsibility for budgets, schedules, consultant and contractor coordination, and regulatory compliance

Responsibilities

Lead the planning, programming, and delivery of complex capital construction and infrastructure projects from concept through project closeout.
Develop and implement long-range capital planning strategies, operational goals, and project priorities aligned with University objectives.
Direct project budgets, schedules, procurement activities, risk management, and regulatory compliance to ensure successful project delivery.
Oversee consultants, contractors, architects, engineers, and construction teams to ensure quality, safety, cost control, and adherence to project specifications.
Establish project management standards, policies, and best practices while ensuring compliance with CSU, public works, and applicable building regulations.
Build and maintain collaborative partnerships with campus leadership, government agencies, and external stakeholders to support capital improvement initiatives.
Lead departmental operations by establishing strategic direction, managing resources, improving processes, and ensuring exceptional customer service.
Supervise, coach, and evaluate professional staff, fostering employee development, accountability, and high-performance teams.
Represent Facilities Development & Operations on campus committees, advisory boards, and capital planning initiatives while advancing the University's strategic growth.