Executive AVP, Facilities & Capital Planning

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 215,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

The University at Albany is seeking an Associate Vice President for Facilities to provide strategic leadership for facilities management across its multi-campus environment. The AVP will oversee the facilities master plan, capital initiatives, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration, the AVP supervises six directors and 35 units, manages an approximately $140 million budget, and drives sustainability initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum 6 years in facilities management.
• Experience managing operating and capital budgets.
• Knowledge of NYS building codes and safety standards.
• Experience in capital planning and large projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the University's facilities management operations and long-range planning across a complex, multi-campus environment.
• Oversee the facilities master plan and capital initiatives, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and compliance.
• Lead direct reports and staffing models to achieve high performance and equity across teams.
• Coordinate with external agencies and partners for capital projects, funding, and regulatory approvals.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, sustainability, and safety across all facilities operations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Financial Management

Capital Projects

Staff Development

Regulatory Knowledge

Vendor Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's preferred

Tools

CMMS systems

Budgeting software

MS Office

Job description

The University at Albany is seeking an Associate Vice President for Facilities to provide strategic leadership for facilities management across its multi-campus environment. The AVP will oversee the facilities master plan, capital initiatives, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Reporting to the Vice President for Finance and Administration, the AVP supervises six directors and 35 units, manages an approximately $140 million budget, and drives sustainability initiatives