Director, Facilities Planning & Capital Projects

Penn State University; United States; On-site; USD 116,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

Robust retirement plans

Job summary

Penn State University is seeking a Director of Facilities Planning & Capital Projects within the College of Medicine / Hershey Medical Center. You will oversee planning, project management, and renovations, while collaborating with the Office of the Dean and hospital leadership to ensure timely, high-quality capital delivery.

The role reports to the Assistant Vice President for Facilities and involves directing a small team, coordinating with PSU Office of Physical Plant, and shaping

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 10+ years of relevant experience, including 3+ years in supervisory roles.
• No specific certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Direct facilities operations for multiple areas, typically University-wide.
• Approve staffing plans for multiple areas and monitor budgets.
• Set program directions and standards for operating areas.
• Advise senior leadership on facilities-related matters and regulatory coordination.
• Oversee implementation of space planning, project delivery, and policy development.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants .

POSITION SPECIFICS

The Facilities Management position is a senior leadership position typically within the Office of the Physical Plant, overseeing the operation and performance of University facilities; provides strategic planning and performs, administers, or delegates such activities as major program plans (i.e., collective bargaining, safety, customer service, emergency preparedness, etc.), providing continuous analysis, interpretation, resolution, and implementation on facilities-related matters.

• Direct facilities operations for multiple areas, typically at a University wide scope
• Responsible directly to senior leadership
• Approve staffing plans for multiple areas
• Establish standards for operating areas
• Participate in University Board of Trustees meetings as assigned
• Chair University committees as requested
• Monitor and approve budgets for multiple areas
• Participate in the development of University policies and procedures
• Communicate to a broad internal and external University audience
• Advise senior leadership on matters related to areas of operation
• Set program directions as required to meet mission
• Represent the University with regulatory agencies
• Oversee the work of professional consultants
• Review and recommend approval of professional consultants
• Set program criteria for projects
• Develop University policies and procedures; ensure compliance
• Oversee and ensure appropriate implementation, operation, evaluation, and adjustment to processes within the organization to ensure quality standards are achieved; champion continuous quality improvement initiatives utilizing appropriate philosophies and theories to solve problems and improve processes

The Director, College of Medicine / Hershey Medical Center Facilities Planning & Capital Projects, reports directly to the Assistant Vice President for Facilities and locally oversees the planning, project management, and renovation functions of the Facilities Department at the PSU College of Medicine / PSH Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. The position has 3-4 direct reports, including the Sr. Project Manager overseeing the project management team, the Sr. Project Manager for renovations, a staff planner and a planning coordinator. This position is responsible for implementing effective space planning, programming, and management practices across the entire Academic Medical Center, and for ensuring efficient and responsive capital project delivery. The position delivers the above services in coordination with the PSU Office of Physical Plant, division of Planning Design & Properties. The position is responsible for delivering timely and professional planning guidance and project implementation services in close collaboration with the Office of the Dean, the Vice Deans for Research and Education, Hospital leadership, and department Chairs.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & AM REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree
• 10+ years of relevant experience, includes 3+ years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Required Certifications: None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $115,860.00 - $173,844.00.

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

• comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• robust retirement plans
• substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time

For more detailed information please visit our Benefits Page .

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