Campus Planning & Design Construction Executive

Vanderbilt University; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt University seeks an Assistant Vice Chancellor for Programming, Design, & Construction (PDC) to lead the Capital Plan and Design Standards that govern construction across the campus built environment.

The AVC will supervise a 24-member team of architects, construction managers, planners, and staff, coordinating contracts, master planning input, and collaboration with Maintenance Operations to ensure maintainable design standards and scalable, efficient project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Space Planning, Urban Design, Engineering or related field.
• 15+ years of relevant experience in planning, design, and construction management.
• Master’s degree in a related discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead programming concepts and develop practical long‑term campus planning options.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to devise space‑efficient solutions.
• Serve as liaison to internal and external stakeholders to advance development objectives.
• Develop strategic planning analyses and research for institutional needs.
• Enforce design standards and oversee life‑cycle cost considerations.
• Coordinate contract administration and review of A/E contracts.
• Supervise project management teams reporting to the Vice Chancellor.

Skills

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder collaboration

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Urban Planning/Space Planning/Urban Design/Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Vanderbilt University seeks an Assistant Vice Chancellor for Programming, Design, & Construction (PDC) to lead the Capital Plan and Design Standards that govern construction across the campus built environment.

The AVC will supervise a 24-member team of architects, construction managers, planners, and staff, coordinating contracts, master planning input, and collaboration with Maintenance Operations to ensure maintainable design standards and scalable, efficient project delivery.