Director of Facilities Planning and Design

Washington, AR - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 125223 - 138403

Posted on: 22 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Operations

Job Summary

Director of Facilities Planning & Design

Job Summary
The Director of Facilities Planning and Design role is an integral part of the Real Estate and Facilities team ensuring and overseeing the planning design and construction of new facilities as well as the renovation and expansion of existing facilities. The starting salary range for this role is $125223-$138403. This is a full-time occasional flexibility role based at HDQ with an anticipated start date of January 2026.

About KIPP DC

For 25 years KIPP DC has partnered with students families and the community to create joyful academically excellent schools across the nations capital. Today our network of 22 schools educate more than 7500 students in grades PreK3-12 supported by 1500 dedicated teachers leaders and staff.

Our work is grounded in five pillarsAcademic Excellence Joy & Sense of Belonging Highly Effective Teachers and Leaders Safe Structured and Nurturing Learning Environments and Commitment to College Readinesswhich ensure every student is equipped with the knowledge skills and confidence to pursue success in college careers and beyond. Our schools combine high expectations with joyful affirming environments that nurture academic success and personal growth for students and staff alike.

As part of the national KIPP network we share best practices and innovations while maintaining deep roots in Washington D.C. Together we strive toward a future without limits for our students alumni and community.

About the Role
The Director of Facilities Planning and Design at KIPP DC is responsible for leading the strategic planning development and management of KIPP DCs facilities and long-term capital improvement projects. The Director of Facilities Planning and Design collaborates with various stakeholders including school leaders architects engineers and community members to ensure that KIPP DCs facilities meet the educational needs of students and staff while adhering to safety sustainability and budgetary considerations.

As a Director this position must also ensure adherence to established internal control policies and procedures and maintain compliance within the organization.

Location and Type of Work
This is an exempt position and will report to the Managing Director of Real Estate and Facilities. As a headquarters team that is focused on being responsive to our schools and meeting the needs of our students and families we approach our work in a way that reflects these priorities. Schools operate in person and our students and families rely on us for in-person support and this position will regularly provide on-site support to school teams frequently partner with other headquarters teams or regularly work in multiple locations. Because of the nature of the work this role allows for occasional flexibility and will be required to be onsite 4 days per week.

Responsibilities
The percentages for each key responsibility are estimates and other duties may be assigned. Flexibility and responsiveness are encouraged to accommodate organizational needs.

Develop Long-Term Facilities Strategy (40% of time)

Develop and implement a comprehensive facilities master plan in collaboration with KIPP DC leadership and other stakeholders to guide the long-term development and improvement of KIPP DCs facilities
Lead the planning and design processes for new construction renovations and expansions of school facilities ensuring alignment with educational goals safety requirements and community needs
Stay informed about industry best practices emerging trends and advancements in educational facility design and construction and make recommendations for innovative approaches to improve facility planning and management

Lead New Facilities Initiatives (25% of time)

Collaborate with KIPP DC leadership and educational stakeholders to understand their facility needs and integrate those requirements into the planning and design processes
Coordinate with regulatory agencies including local planning departments and building code officials to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and obtain necessary permits and approvals
Conduct site evaluations and feasibility studies to assess the suitability of potential sites for new construction or expansion projects
Monitor and evaluate construction progress quality and adherence to project schedules and take appropriate actions to address any issues or delays

Vendor Management & Oversight (20% of time)

Collaborate with architects engineers and other consultants to develop design concepts specifications and construction documents that meet functional aesthetic and sustainability goals
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with contractors vendors and suppliers ensuring timely delivery of materials and services

Budget Development & Management (15% of time)

Manage the procurement and selection process for architectural and engineering services construction contractors and other consultants required for facility projects
Develop and manage project budgets including cost estimation tracking and reporting ensuring effective utilization of resources and adherence to budgetary constraints
Prepare and present regular reports to executive leadership and KIPP DC board members regarding facility planning activities project statuses and future facility needs.

Requirements & Preferences

Required Qualifications

Bachelors Degree
5 years of experience in facilities planning design and construction management preferably in an educational setting
Strong knowledge of educational facility planning principles building codes construction standards and sustainability practices
Proven experience managing large-scale construction and renovation projects including budgeting scheduling and contract management

Preferred Qualifications

Masters Degree in relevant field
Excellent project management skills with the ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and present complex information in a clear and concise manner
Ability to work independently and as part of a team demonstrating leadership and decision-making skills
Familiarity with relevant software applications for project management design and budgeting
Knowledge of local state and federal regulations related to educational facilities planning construction and safety

Physical Requirements

Ability to travel across KIPP DC schools regularly
Ability to work outside normal business hours as facilities emergencies and projects arise

Demonstrated Excellence in the Following Areas:

Commitment to Students and Schools: Demonstrates commitment to education reform believing in every childs potential for success and prioritizing students schools and the essential role of families.
Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving: Finds creative solutions to challenges that achieve broader goals of team and organization.
Project Management: Sets a high bar for own work and supports others to achieve desired team outcomes.
Communications and Influence: Demonstrates adept communication skills and influence to advance work by adjusting content and style.
Teamwork: Contributes to a supportive team culture fostering diverse work styles and maintaining a high performance standard.
Trust and Collaboration: Establishes and nurtures effective relationships with a diverse set of stakeholders to support the best outcomes for our work.
Cultural Humility: Advances KIPP DCs commitment to anti-racism by creating a diverse equitable and inclusive environment for all stakeholders.
Continuous Learning: Commits to continuous learning through feedback self reflection humility and action.

Benefits & Compensation

KIPP DC offers an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package:

The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $125223-$138403. At KIPP DC we strive for clarity equity and to be highly competitive. When determining salaries we look at benchmarks in the education and non-profit sector.
KIPP DC offers a robust benefits package including medical dental and vision insurances; various voluntary benefits; and employer paid benefits such as short term disability long term disability life insurance and a membership to One Medical.
KIPP DC also offers a 403(b) retirement account with a 3% employer contribution and a 3% match with vesting after three years.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

KIPP DC Public Schools does not discriminate against or tolerate discrimination against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis or protected class including but not limited to actual or perceived race color national origin immigration status (except as necessary to comply with federal DC state or local law) religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth lactation and related medical conditions) age physical or mental disability medical condition sexual orientation gender (including gender identity or expression) marital status (including domestic partnership status) genetic information political affiliation pregnancy family responsibilities personal appearance veteran status uniform service member status status of being unemployed status of victim a survivor of domestic violence sexual offense or stalking matriculation or any other protected class under federal state DC or local law.

Click here or here to review KIPP DCs non-discrimination policy and KIPP DCs Title IX Coordinators contact information.

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Director of Facilities Planning & DesignJob SummaryThe Director of Facilities Planning and Design role is an integral part of the Real Estate and Facilities team ensuring and overseeing the planning design and construction of new facilities as well as the renovation and expansion of existing facilit...