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Senior Director, Planning, Design, and Construction

No Campusfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Aug 2026

💰 $131,313/yr($91,845/yr – $131,313/yr)

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Position Information

Position Title Senior Director, Planning, Design, and Construction Position Type Administrative Department Planning, Design, and Construction FLSA Exempt Union/Non Union Non Union Full Time or Part Time Full Time Grade 18 Salary Range Hiring Salary Range $91,845 - $131,313/Annually (depending on experience) Fixed Term/Tenure Track (Faculty Only) Regular or Temporary Regular Job Description Summary

The Senior Director, Planning, Design and Construction provides executive-level leadership, strategic direction, and technical oversight for the planning, design, entitlement, construction, and delivery of major capital improvement projects at Prince George’s Community College (PGCC). This position ensures that all capital projects align with the College’s master plan, support academic and operational priorities, and comply with state and local regulations, COMAR requirements, and funding guidelines. The Senior Director serves as the College’s primary point of contact for major capital efforts, coordinating across internal divisions, external design and construction partners, and state agencies, while providing transparent and timely reporting to senior leadership and the Board of Trustees.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in architecture, engineering, construction management, real estate development, or a related field required.
Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in capital project planning, design, and construction management discipline required.
Four years of supervisory experience required
Experience with real estate transactions, entitlement processes, and land use regulations.
Experience managing design and/or engineering professionals
Professional license (e.g., PE, RA, CCM, or PMP) desirable.

Criteria

CRITERIA: The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. A Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Strategic Planning and Leadership

Lead and manage the College’s capital improvement program from concept through occupancy, including planning, budgeting, entitlement, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
Develop and maintain the Facilities Master Plan and ensure alignment with academic and operational goals.
Advise senior leadership on capital project priorities, schedules, and funding strategies.
Coordinate with the Maryland Higher Education Commission (MHEC), Department of General Services (DGS), and other state agencies regarding capital submissions and approvals.

Project Management and Delivery

Oversee all phases of project execution, ensuring quality, schedule, budget, and compliance with applicable codes, COMAR regulations, and sustainability standards (e.g., LEED, energy efficiency).
Manage design and construction contracts, including procurement, negotiation, and performance oversight.
Direct external consultants, architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure deliverables meet institutional requirements.
Identify and mitigate project risks, resolve conflicts, and provide executive-level decision-making throughout project lifecycles.

Real Estate and Entitlement

Lead entitlement efforts including zoning, land use approvals, permitting, and environmental compliance for capital and real estate projects.
Manage relationships with local jurisdictions, utilities, and regulatory agencies.
Evaluate and negotiate property acquisition, easement, and lease agreements in coordination with College leadership and legal counsel.

Financial and Performance Management

Develop and manage multi-year capital budgets and cash flow projections.
Oversee cost estimating, value engineering, and change management processes.
Monitor and report on financial performance, schedule progress, and project outcomes to senior leadership, governing boards, and state