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Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Design and Construction, the Director of Capital Construction (CapCon) oversees the development, management, delivery and close-out of all university capital projects in accordance with defined university and Commonwealth of Virginia policies, procedures and guidelines.

The Director of CapCon must be a proven team builder who works inclusively and communicates effectively with internal staff and all project stakeholders during the development and implementation of university projects and initiatives. In addition, the Director must work cohesively with other units within Facilities Department to support the overall mission of the organization and provide leadership for the core functions including Project Development and Management; Business and Contracts Management; Performance Management; and Customer Service.

The director oversees a team of approximately 20 staff members.

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Building Construction, Architecture, or related field; or training and work experience in these fields at a level that equates to an advanced degree.
• Overall project management experience must include multiple project types and sizes in various phases of the project cycle contributing to a total project portfolio of approximately $250 million in value. Capital project portfolio should include various building types ranging in size from 50,000 to 200,000 GSF, such as residence halls/dormitories, laboratories, commercial/industrial facilities, with individual project costs ranging from $25M to $100M or greater.

• Established record of progressively responsible and related work experience and demonstrated strong leadership, staff development, management and organizational skills as well as excellent communication skills.
• Proven record of strong project delivery skills, contract design and oversight, negotiations, conflict resolution, avoidance with the following project delivery methods: Design-Build, Construction Manager at Risk, and Design-Bid-Build.
• Demonstrated understanding of smart technology devices and BIM in the construction technology integrated with business enterprise that enhances project oversight efficiency and eliminates paper transactions.
• Demonstrated commitment to service delivery to all customers and stakeholders, and interact effectively with administrators, community leaders, employees, students, legislators, and other constituent groups on a broad range of sensitive topics.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects, excellent organizational and delegation skills, and ability to work collaboratively in a higher education environment.
• Project management experience including the procurement and administration of both design and construction contracts for large, complex and varied building types.
• Facility construction and/or management experience in a public sector and/or higher education work environment.
• Working knowledge of the Commonwealth of Virginia Construction and Professional Services Manual.
• Familiarity with Commonwealth of Virginia Restructured Higher Education Financial and Administrative Operations Act and the Public-Private Education and Infrastructure Act.
• Operational experience with project management and/or contract administration software applications.
• Up to date office computing skills in an MS Windows environment.

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Regular

$155,000 - $165,000

March 5, 2025; applications accepted until position is filled

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

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