Senior Director of Planning, Design & Construction, Facilities Management

Category: : Management/ Executive
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Department: : Facilities Management
Locations: : Binghamton, NY
Posted: : Feb 25, 2025
Closes: : Open Until Filled
Type: : Full-time
Ref. No.: : 01800
Position ID: : 185829
About Binghamton University:
Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.
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Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty who value cutting-edge, and community-engaged research, teaching and service, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. Our high-achieving student body represents diverse experiences from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.
We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.
Job Description:
Budget Title: Director of Facilities Planning ( Management Confidential)
Salary: $175,000 - $195,000
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Facilities Management, the Senior Director is responsible for overseeing and managing design and construction management services for capital projects and large critical maintenance projects on the Binghamton University main campus in Vestal and adjacent Innovative Technologies Complex (ITC), the Health Sciences campus in Johnson City (Decker School of Nursing and the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences), and University Downtown Center in Binghamton. Additionally, the position oversees the design and construction of a new battery prototyping facility being built in Johnson City.
The Senior Director is responsible for providing leadership and technical expertise in all aspects of planning, design and construction of academic, residential, athletic, and research facilities.
The Senior Director is responsible for ensuring the university's compliance with regulations and other requirements of the State University of New York (SUNY), the State University Construction Fund (SUCF), and other external authorities having jurisdiction related to planning, design and construction matters.
The Senior Director serves on a number of campus standing and ad-hoc committees and may represent Binghamton University on external committees or boards as required.
The Senior Director's direct reports will include a Director of Design, a Director of Planning & Construction Management, and a Staff Assistant. The Design staff includes six licensed architects, ten engineers, and four related support staff. Currently, the Planning and Construction Management department includes twelve staff, including the Director.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Managing the daily activities of the Office of Planning, Design and Construction Management.
• Work in partnership with the State University Construction Fund (SUCF), Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY), outside architectural/engineering firms, consultants, and contractors to ensure that all capital projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Working collaboratively with the campus community on all aspects of planning, design and construction.
• Ensure that projects comply with NYS standards and SUNY/SUCF requirements.
• Participate in the capital improvement planning process.
• Manage the updating of the Campus Master Plan
• Enforce all federal, state and campus safety rules and regulations for all personnel on job sites.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local codes and requirements.
• Ensure construction procurement and execution complies with all applicable MWBE policies and procedures.
• Manage grant funded projects in accordance with SUNY, Research Foundation, and other agency rules and regulations.

Position Expectations
The ideal candidate for the Senior Director of Planning, Design and Construction at Binghamton University will:

• Possess excellent leadership abilities
• Have exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders, both internally and externally
• Have a proven track record of successfully managing large-scale design and construction projects
• Be an effective leader who can mentor and inspire a diverse and dedicated team of professionals, while sustaining a positive work environment

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of ten (10) years active working experience in architecture, engineering, planning, design, or construction.
• Relevant supervisory/management experience in a complex organization and demonstrated progressive managerial and leadership experience in related areas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Active architecture or engineering license in good standing (NCARB registration is preferred).
• Experience working in Higher Education, either as an employee of an institution or as a service provider such as a design firm, consultant, or contractor.
• Experience with latest design tools and methodologies, building codes, and construction standards.
• Experience reviewing design and construction documents for constructability and conformance to project requirements, identifying and resolving complex issues and conflicts.
• Experience with New York State agencies/authorities such as the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO), the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY), State University Construction Fund (SUCF).
• Design/build experience highly desirable.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Additional Information:
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