Director, Capital Renewal and Infrastructure
Company: The Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Polic
Location: Medford
Posted on: May 25, 2023
Job Description:
OverviewCampus Planning and Development strategically aligns
campus planning, capital projects, capital renewal and
infrastructure planning, and real estate strategy to propose and
implement planned renewal and expansion of university physical
resources to support academic, research, clinical practice, and
community needs for Tufts' four campuses. The integration of
sustainability and reaching carbon neutrality is critical to all
these efforts. We collaborate across the University to develop
integrated, innovative, and feasible near- and long-planning
solutions. What You'll DoThe Director, Capital Renewal and
Infrastructure develops strategies for identifying, addressing,
prioritizing, and costing critical capital renewal needs (building
systems and envelope, landscape, hardscape, infrastructure) in
support of the university's teaching, research and clinical
practice missions and close integration with the university's
sustainability goals. Applying an understanding of both design and
operations, a strategic and collaborative mind-set, a high-level of
analytical ability, and excellent communication skills, the
Director, Capital Renewal and Infrastructure integrates planned
renewal with campus strategic goals and vision and to develop
recommendations for projects across Tufts University's four
campuses. Also, manages planner staff.Essential Functions:
- Leads the planning for Tufts University's capital renewal
program and sets goals, objectives, and standards in support of the
university's mission and priorities.
- Serves as a key participant in the development of the
university's 10-year capital plan, and the integration of asset
renewal requirements, asset modernization and program needs.
Creates an effective and collaborative governance structure for
developing: the 10-year capital renewal and funding plan, creating
processes, protocols and documentation for assessment,
prioritization, and decision-making; and resource optimization for
renewal with a big-picture and value-based approach.
- Integrates carbon neutrality goals into all facility,
equipment, and infrastructure renewals, working closely with
colleagues in the Operations Division and the Office of
Sustainability.
- Manages the capital renewal budget. Develops a robust,
collaborative process and system for cost estimating, reviewing
priorities, and fair and consistent renewal fund allocation
strategy across assets on all four campuses.
- Collaborates with colleagues across Operations and in other
divisions on analyses and management of campus infrastructure
including utility systems, athletics fields, landscape, parking,
etc. Maintains strong working relationships on all four campuses
with facilities directors, facilities engineering, and schools'
representatives to discuss priorities.
- Tracks and benchmarks against industry trends and recommends
best practices for Tufts in assessing asset conditions, managing
data, and developing and implementing priorities. Includes best
practices in preventive and corrective maintenance, supporting and
leading the modernization of existing assets.
- Clearly communicates goals and desired outcomes to a variety of
audiences including Senior Leadership through quantitative and
qualitative analyses, graphics, and presentations.
- Manages professional planning staff. Establishes goals,
coaches, monitors and appraises performance, and ensures
developmental opportunities. What We're Looking ForBasic
Requirements:
- Knowledge and skills as typically acquired through completion
of a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Urban
Planning, or related field with 15+ years of experience
- Strategic thinking and problem definition and solving
skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated leadership and
collaborative experience in a large, complex organization
- Ability to work independently in a highly customer
service-oriented environment, manage stakeholder relationships, and
to work effectively as a member of a project team
- Demonstrated ability and commitment to work effectively in a
culturally diverse and inclusive environment and to value and
respect different perspectives
- Ability to communicate ideas clearly, both verbally,
graphically and in writing
- Proficiency in Excel and database manipulation
- Familiarity with local Building Codes, including Massachusetts
Accessibility Guidelines
- Familiarity and experience with LEED, PassivHaus, other
sustainability rating systems desiredPreferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in architecture, construction management,
business or related field
- Experience working at a higher educational institution and/or
non-profits, or a private firm serving institutional clients
- Experience managing team of staff members, both internal and
external consultants and working on multiple projects in differing
stages at one time
- Training staff for increased responsibility and career
development
- High level of understanding of finances, design, construction
project management and contract analysis/evaluation
- Understanding of HVAC equipment and systems, linear
infrastructure, decarbonization planning, implementation and
incentive rebates is beneficial
- Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, GIS, and facilities management
systems preferred
Keywords: The Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Polic, Medford , Director, Capital Renewal and Infrastructure, Executive , Medford, Massachusetts
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