Assistant Vice President of Planning and Capital Projects

Located in a historic neighborhood in the nation's capital, Georgetown offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, exciting ways to take advantage of Washington, D.C., and a commitment to social justice. Our community is a tight knit group of remarkable individuals interested in intellectual inquiry and making a difference in the world.

Requirements

The Assistant Vice President of Planning and Capital Projects is responsible for the conception and implementation of capital projects across campuses and university interests. They play an integral leadership role in project delivery by designing and managing efficient and effective processes to align all internal and external participants in the program, and by leading a high performing professional staff of project managers and support resources. This position collaborates with senior academic and administrative leadership to support Georgetown’s mission and will cultivate and sustain cooperative working relationships throughout the institution.

The AVP will oversee the next decade of unprecedented growth in student enrollment, faculty, staff and physical space. The AVP will draw on both technical and strategic expertise to envision, develop and communicate how state-of-the-art design, intelligent construction and timely renovation can best support and advance the implementation of the university's master and strategic plans. At the same time, the AVP guarantees effective supervision and guidance for the practical management of construction and renovation projects of all sizes, requiring diverse and specialized skills, detailed technical specifications, large investments, and long-term impact on the university. The department’s principles of customer service, project management, budgeting, quality control, tax control and profitable innovation will help guide the efforts to lead an approximately $500 million+/- capital program.

AVP will assess the effectiveness of current practices, processes and systems, identify areas for improvement, and recommend, develop and implement projects to standardize professional practices, streamline processes and facilitate effective management and responsive execution of projects. Using data and analytics to understand the current portfolio, ability to forecast future staffing and resource needs, while experience with finance and budgeting are essential for the successful candidate and a strong understanding of construction costs and site conditions. The AVP will build strong working relationships and champion the interests of the department in university-wide interactions and participate in a variety of committees and initiatives, often representing the it in endeavors beyond areas of direct responsibility and authority.

Work Interactions and Work Mode Designation

This position reports directly to the Vice President for Planning and Facilities Management (PFM). AVP will have four assistant directors as direct reports and manage a department of 16-20 project managers. Position requires interaction with university faculty and staff, community interest groups, contractors, and subcontractors.

Internal Collaboration:

• Work closely with the PFM leadership team to set overall priorities and direction for campus development. Key interactions include the Assistant VP of Facilities and Residential Services, Assistant VP of Strategic Initiatives, Executive Director of Engineering and Utilities, and Executive Director of Environmental Health and Safety.
• Collaborate frequently with the Office of the Chief Operating Officer, the Office of the Provost, Office of Auxiliary Business Services and Real Estate, and various academic schools to understand their project needs and design solutions that meet their functional and programmatic requirements.
• Partner with the Office of Sustainability to ensure all projects align with Georgetown's sustainability goals.
• Work with the Office of Historic Preservation to ensure compliance with regulations and sensitive integration of new construction within the historic campus fabric.
• Engage with faculty and student groups to gather feedback on design proposals and solicit ideas for improving campus spaces.

External Collaboration:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants, ensuring a smooth and efficient project development process.
• Liaise with local, state, and federal agencies to secure necessary permits and approvals for construction projects.
• Advocate for Georgetown's interests in community meetings and public forums related to campus development.
• Interact with alumni and donors to secure funding for planning and design initiatives, and showcase how these projects advance the University's mission.

Communication