Director of Planning Design and Construction
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Director of Planning Design & Construction
Department Of Planning Design & Construction
Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate Inspire and Impact in the Rockies!
Who We Are
Salary Range:$100000 - $140000 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.
At UCCS our employees are our most valued asset. Were proud to offer:
Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days 10 sick days paid parental leave 13 recognized holidays and provisions for bereavement jury duty and FAMLI Leave. - Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost including a yearly mental health visit. Plus benefit from affordable dental vision plans and competitive prescription drug prices.
- Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings flexible spending accounts and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
- Further Your Education: Avail nine waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
- Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
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Summary
The Director of Planning Design and Construction (PDC) at UCCS provides strategic leadership and oversight for all capital construction renovation and space planning initiatives. This role ensures that all projects align with UCCSs mission design standards sustainability goals and long-term campus master plan. The Director leads a team of professionals responsible for delivering high-quality cost-effective and timely projects that support the universitys academic research and community engagement priorities.
Directors are responsible for the ongoing leadership and oversight of a department including the development of strategies and processes which contribute to the University and/or campus mission and accountability for services provided. Directors are responsible and accountable for the analysis of fiscal and human resources required to achieve department objectives including hiring compensation termination and performance management of subordinate employees.
Essential Functions
The duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
Strategic Planning & Leadership
Lead the development and implementation of the UCCS campus master plan and capital construction strategy.
Develop and assist in the preparation of capital project documents for submittal and presents to the Board of Regents. Prepare the universitys state construction compliance and reporting.
Collaborate with senior leadership Auxiliary Services and academic units to align facilities development with institutional goals.
Develop and recommend Scopes of Work for capital construction and support the development of the scope of work for controlled maintenance projects to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Campus Planning and Facilities Management.
Project & Construction Management
Coordinate and prepare or oversees the development facilities program plans.
Oversee all phases of capital projects including budgeting design procurement construction and closeout.
Manage consultant and contractor selection processes in accordance with state and university procurement policies.
Ensure projects are delivered on time within budget and meet programmatic and aesthetic standards.
Develop and oversee the construction closeout process including warranties O&M manuals LEED certification if applicable etc.
Design Oversight & Campus Architecture
This position will work with the Office of State Architecture (OSA) as it relates to state-funded construction energy conservation and real estate transactions. Ensures OSA policies and procedures are followed such as fiscal rules procurement rules contract forms procedural forms and solicitation forms.
Serve as the Campus Architect and primary liaison to the CU Design Review Board.
Uphold architectural integrity and consistency across all campus projects.
Promote inclusive design and ADA compliance in all planning and construction efforts.
Prepares and maintain the A/E Guidelines and campus construction standards and ensure that all guidelines and standards meet State code requirements.
Space Planning & Utilization Reporting
Lead campus space planning efforts in coordination with the university policy and space program processes.
Maintain and analyze space utilization data to support strategic decision-making.
Oversee the management of the space database and drawings. Prepare and submit space inventory and utilization reports to internal and external stakeholders.
Team Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
When requested represent the Associate Vice Chancellor for Campus Planning and Facilities Management on matters relating to planning design construction and campus standards.
Supervise and mentor a team of project managers and support staff.
Foster a culture of service accountability and continuous improvement.
Communicate project goals timelines and impacts to campus stakeholders and the broader community.
Provide technical support to the Physical Plant on issues such as but not limited to ADA fire safety architectural maintenance issues etc.
Chairs the Campus Landscape Committee.
Acts as the Facilities Services liaison to the Art Collections Committee and to the State Art in Public Spaces committee.
Tentative Search Timeline
- Priority will be given to applications submitted by:08/22/2025
- Potential interview dates:09/08/2025 - 09/17/2025
- Potential start date: 11/01/2025
All employees of the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) are required to complete training on policies and procedures administered by the Office of Institutional Equity (OIE) under the supervision of the Associate Vice Chancellor of Institutional Equity/Title IX Coordinator. Required training includes: understanding and reporting conduct prohibited by the sexual misconduct protected class nondiscrimination and conflicts of interest in cases of amorous relationships policies related retaliation and compliance with accommodations regarding disability pregnancy or related conditions and religion. All employees are also designated as responsible employees and are required to report conduct prohibited under these policies and student disclosures of pregnancy or related conditions directly to the OIE and to provide OIEs contact information to any student disclosing pregnancy or related conditions. More information is available at: Policies and Resolution Procedures Office of Institutional Equity ().
Note: This job description outlines this roles general responsibilities qualifications and physical requirements at UCCS. It is not an exhaustive list of all required duties responsibilities and qualifications. The university reserves the right to modify add or remove duties and responsibilities as needed to meet the universitys needs.
- Must have a Bachelors degree in Architecture Engineering Construction Management Urban Planning or a related field.
- Significant experience in capital planning design and construction with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role is required.
- Must have experience managing large complex construction and renovation projects in institutional or public sector settings.
- To qualify applicants must have experience with building codes permitting processes design practices project delivery methods (e.g. Design-Bid-Build CMAR Design-Build).
- Experience managing capital budgets and using project management tools and systems is required.
- Masters degree in a relevant field is preferred.
- Highly qualified applicants will have Licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) Registered Architect (RA) or Construction Manager (CCM).
- 15 or more years of progressively responsible experience in higher education or K-12 planning design and construction is preferred.
- Experience in alternative project delivery methods is highly desirable.
- Experience in developing and implementing Campus Master Plan in higher education.
- Experience in planning design and construction management of Colorado state government buildings.
- Highly qualified applicants will have experience as Owners representative.
- Current LEED accreditation (such as LEED Green Associate) is preferred
UCCS is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.
In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
