Associate Vice President - Planning, Design & Construction

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Job Location (Full Address):

271 East River Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

100035 Assoc VP Office of Facilities

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URG 119

Compensation Range:

$161,403.00 - $242,104.00

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

GENERAL PURPOSE:

The Associate Vice President (AVP) for Planning, Design, and Construction (PDC) provides strategic leadership and executive oversight for the planning, design, and construction of all large scale capital projects across the University enterprise. This role ensures the institution’s built environment supports its mission of education, research, and clinical care, aligning physical infrastructure with strategic goals. The AVP leads a multidisciplinary team responsible for campus planning, architectural/engineering design, and project execution.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Business Operations & Financial Management

• Provide executive leadership and management to PDC, providing supervision, engagement, and operational support, while creating a positive workplace that is highly proficient in the delivery of world-class facilities solutions. Monitor and evaluate the performance of project managers of various specialties and experience levels, construction administrators, program analysts, and administrative staff.

• Manage the PDC operational functions including HR & Finance.

• Organize the staffing model to support the diverse needs of projects across the institution.

• Develop the appropriate staffing plan to manage the project workload, including strategy for addressing variations in capital expenditures.

• Lead recruitment and training for the PDC staff.

• Manage roles and responsibilities of PDC staff. Collaborate with project stakeholders to maintain clear, efficient, and effective distinction of roles & responsibilities.

• Maintain a reporting platform for all active projects to inform stakeholders of critical information, including financial and schedule data.

• Manage the financial team within PDC for adequate tracking of project budgets, payments to contractors and suppliers, etc.

• Responsible for quality control of project data in computerized project management system related to construction activities.

• Ensure that PDC Directors oversee administrative requirements on construction projects.

• Ensure that PDC Directors monitor construction inspection and quality control activities.

• Coordinate with the Office of General Counsel as needed for assistance and compliance with legal matters concerning real estate and property management including acquisitions, leases, and purchases, and all associated documentation, contracts, reports, correspondence, etc.

• Coordinate with the Office of the Fire Marshal and Building Inspectors for input and compliance with building and fire code laws and regulations for existing conditions and construction projects, etc., as needed.

Capital Project Delivery

• Oversee the successful delivery of new construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects from inception to completion.

• Manage budgets, timelines, and quality standards across a diverse portfolio of projects.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, building codes, and institutional policies.

• Establish project governance, procurement strategies, and reporting structures.

• Manage documentation of contractor training for site safety requirements.

• Manage field management staff for adequate on-site coverage of projects under construction.

• Maintain front end (Division 00 and 01) Specifications & Exhibits.