Director, Campus Facilities Planning & Operations

USI Department of History; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 135,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern Indiana seeks a Director of Facility Operations and Planning to provide university-wide strategic leadership for facilities, infrastructure, and long-range capital planning. This role ensures a safe, functional, and sustainable environment aligned with priorities, student success, and institutional growth.

The Director will lead comprehensive facilities operations, capital planning, and construction activities while exercising fiscal stewardship, regulatory compliance,

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in construction management, engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of facilities operations, capital planning, or construction management experience.
• 5+ years of direct supervisory experience managing professionals and trades.
• Strategic planning, budgeting, regulatory compliance, and capital project delivery experience.
• Ability to analyze complex data, read plans, and present findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead campus master planning and facilities planning aligned with institutional strategy.
• Oversee facilities operations, maintenance, and utilities to support teaching and research.
• Direct capital projects and renovations with external partners and consultants.
• Develop operating and capital budgets, forecast reinvestment needs, and report to leadership.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, safety standards, and risk management practices.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelors degree in construction management, engineering, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

The University of Southern Indiana seeks a Director of Facility Operations and Planning to provide university-wide strategic leadership for facilities, infrastructure, and long-range capital planning. This role ensures a safe, functional, and sustainable environment aligned with priorities, student success, and institutional growth.

The Director will lead comprehensive facilities operations, capital planning, and construction activities while exercising fiscal stewardship, regulatory compliance,