Director, Planning Design and Construction

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. **Job Location (Full Address):** 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642 **Opening:** Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 100016 Planning, Design & Constructio Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URG 119 Compensation Range: $162,200.00 - $243,400.00 *The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.* **Responsibilities:** Leads, supervises, directs, and assesses the activities and performance of a multi-disciplined team of professional and support personnel engaged in Facilities planning, design, and construction management for new construction and renovation projects from planning through occupancy. Serves as the University’s primary representative in all phases of capital improvement projects for the Academic, Medical Center, or Ambulatory Campus(es). Oversees and manages strategic planning, lease administration, resource allocation, practice acquisitions, and project management to support the goals and objectives of stakeholders and senior administration. Ensures sound stewardship of the University's strategic plan, resources, and compliance with University and regulatory requirements to deliver fully operational buildings and space to required performance specifications. Collaborates with University Leadership Capital Committee, Real Estate Services, Facilities, and Space Planning on capital development process for major, complex projects. Provides direct oversight of an annual project portfolio of $100M - $250M. Assesses project risks, mentors staff, and provides portfolio oversight to leadership. Assigns staff resources, assembles project teams on special assignment, manages design consultant(s), planning, assessment, programming, estimating, design, bid, construction administration, budget, and schedule maintenance, commissioning, safety, and quality control. Plays a key role in determining and communicating objectives, as well as long-range programs and planning. Actively participates in the capital budgeting process. **SCHEDULE** - Mon - Fri 8-5pm **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS** - Provides leadership and mentorship to a professional project management (PM) team. Serves as a role model for the PM’s and project team through making timely and supportive decisions. Develops PM's as leaders within the organization and expands their capabilities to assume more and greater responsibility for project success, through a variety of means such as training, mentoring, and process management. Monitors team performance, progress, and ability to achieve milestones and ensure successful completion of all projects, tasks, and duties within the Facilities/Planning, Design, and Construction (PDC) Project Management department. Hires or makes the principal recommendation on the hiring of departmental staff, completes performance reviews and recommendations on promotions, salary, and other personnel matters. Consults and collaborates on recommendations for staff requirements/performance measures, training, and staff development. - Leads and monitors the progress of multiple construction projects concurrently, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, quality standards, and compliance with regulations. Collaborates with senior administration to align projects with the Un…