Vice President of Campus Operations

Job Description

Position Overview: 

The Vice President of Campus Operations and Facilities is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the planning, development, operation, and maintenance of all campus facilities and grounds.  Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Finance and Administration, this role plays a critical part in supporting the institution's academic, research, and administrative functions by ensuring that campus facilities are safe, efficient, and sustainable; and plays a key role in planning and implementing capital projects, sustainability initiatives, and operational efficiencies across all university facilities. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Strategic Planning and Real Estate Management:  

• Develop and implement comprehensive plans for campus facilities, including short-term and long-term capital projects, renovations, and deferred maintenance.  

• Ensure alignment of facilities planning with the institution's strategic goals and objectives. 

• Oversee the university's real estate portfolio, including space planning, design, and engineering. Manage lease agreements and property acquisitions as needed. 

• Manage relationships with external real estate developers, brokers, legal counsel, and municipal agencies. 

• Oversee space planning and utilization across all campus facilities to optimize occupancy and operational efficiency. 

• Ensure all real estate activities comply with local, state, and federal laws, institutional policies, and reporting requirements. 

• Monitor market trends, zoning regulations, and economic indicators that may impact institutional property interests. 

• Coordinate real estate-related aspects of capital projects, including site selection, permitting, and community engagement. 

• Collaborate with finance and legal departments on property financing structures, tax implications, and title matters 

Facilities Operations and Maintenance:  

• Manage day-to-day operations of campus facilities, including maintenance, repairs, and upgrades.  

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

• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs to extend the lifecycle of assets and reduce emergency repairs. 

• Lead the development and execution of deferred maintenance strategies, including prioritization and funding plans. 

• Manage team responsible for campus-wide utility systems (electricity, water, HVAC, etc.) and implement energy efficiency initiatives. 

• Oversee service contracts, vendor performance, and procurement for maintenance-related supplies and equipment. 

Capital Project Management:  

• Lead capital projects from conception to completion, including construction, renovations, and new building development.  

• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards. 

• Lead the development of the campus master plan in coordination with institutional leadership and external consultants. 

• Coordinate with architects, engineers, construction managers, and project teams to ensure that project scope