Careers at Virginia Tech

Reporting to the Vice President for Facilities, the Assistant Vice President for Design and Construction and serving on the Vice President’s leadership team, the AVPDC is responsible for providing effective vision, leadership, and strategic direction for the design, management, delivery, and closeout of all university capital and non-capital projects. The AVPDC is responsible for the execution of projects in accordance with defined university and Commonwealth of Virginia policies, procedures, and guidelines. The AVPDC will also ensure that all projects maintain the university’s architectural integrity and heritage while integrating modern functionality.

The Assistant Vice President will lead the university’s capital and noncapital design and construction management team, consisting of approximately 50 professional service roles. The AVPDC 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 capital construction initiatives.

This is a highly visible position that interacts with top-level administration of the university in strategic planning, long-range physical planning and development, and advancement of the design and construction program for the university. The Assistant Vice President must work cohesively with other partners throughout the university to support the overall mission of the organization and provide leadership for the core functions including project design and management; business and contracts management; performance management; and customer service.

The Assistant Vice President will also provide direct oversight of special projects, the development of strategic presentations, unit reporting, and may be required to represent the university in meetings. The Assistant Vice President will be responsible to provide and define the support required for the Vice President for the oversight of the authority granted under the 2005 Restructuring Act regarding capital outlay and all university policies relevant to their responsibility.

• Advanced degree in Engineering, Building Construction, Architecture, or related field; OR training and work experience that equates to an advanced degree.
• Professionally licensed as Licensed Architect (RA or AIA).
• Specific work experience leading a complex, commercial/institutional building construction program(s) including the development, implementation, and evaluation of strategic business practices governing project delivery/management, as well as supervision and performance management of professional staff.
• Overall program management experience must include multiple project types and sizes in various phases of the project cycle contributing to a total project portfolio of approximately $500 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 more than $3 million.
• Experience researching and preparing technically complex executive level documents, position papers, reports, proposals, and presentations on a variety of strategic topics.
• Demonstrated commitment to data-driven decision-making and the use of key performance indicators in the execution (development, analysis, corrective action, communication, and pursuit and provision of feedback) of tactical, operational, and strategic responsibilities.
• Exceptional communication skills, interpersonal skills, diplomacy, and the ability to effectively interact and build trusted relationships with diverse internal and external constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to exceptionally responsive 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, leadership, and delegation skills; and ability to work collaboratively. Must have strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills to manage complex tasks and/or those that require balancing competing interests.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with ability to see patterns, be a fast thinker, and make decisions with strong attention to accuracy, detail, and local context.
• Demonstrated patience, reliability, composure, and stability under pressure as well as a strong personal ethics commitment.
• Demonstrated commitment to accessibility and inclusion. Knowledge of accessibility issues and planning mechanisms specific to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and Universal Design.
• Extensive leadership and team-building skills with a demonstrated ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Ability to travel to on-campus and off-campus facilities sites, with occasional overnight travel.
• Demonstrated commitment to accessibility and inclusion. Knowledge of facilities-related accessibility issues and mechanisms specific to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and Universal Design.

• Extensive project management experience including the procurement and administration of both design and construction contracts for large, complex, and varied building types.
• 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, 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.
• Experience with the procurement and implementation of multiple construction delivery methods including, Design-Bid-Build, Construction Manager @ Risk and Design/Build.
• 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.

Regular

$200,000 - $235,000

September 16, 2024

• Though work is performed primarily in office environment, must be able to travel to Virginia Tech properties including building sites both on and off campus to visually assess properties and situations.
• May traverse uneven terrain and buildings under construction. Some bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, standing, walking required when at property or building sites.
• Repetitive movement with use of keyboarding.
• Must have an acceptable and safe driving record | Must have a driver's license check
• Travel to meetings throughout the state and to non-Blacksburg sites with some overnight stays.
• After hours and weekend work may be required to meet the needs of the department.

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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