Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture
Vice President of Facilities, Maintenance, and Grounds
Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture, Ann Arbor, Michigan, us, 48113
Vice President of Facilities, Maintenance, and Grounds
Academic Career & Executive Search is pleased to assist Washtenaw Community College, Ann Arbor, MI in its search for Vice President of Facilities, Maintenance, and Grounds. For full consideration, please apply by January 23, 2025. Reporting to the President and serving on the Executive Leadership Team, the Vice President of Facilities, Maintenance, and Grounds (FMG) is responsible for the design, renovation, maintenance and upkeep of all College owned and leased property and facilities. The ideal candidate will be a strategic, executive-level leader with a deep understanding of fiscal responsibility and the ability to assess the impact of their decisions on processes and budgets. They will bring a comprehensive approach to overseeing facilities, maintenance, and grounds, with proven expertise in managing major capital construction projects efficiently and effectively. This position provides leadership and vision for college-wide facility operations, facilitating the capital planning process for deferred maintenance, capital renewal projects, renovations, and new construction. The role also encompasses the procurement of all materials related to FMG as well as interior and exterior furnishings, and construction and professional design services. The Vice President of FMG provides executive oversight of employees and fosters a productive, safe and compliant work environment encompassing all stages of employment from recruitment and onboarding to ongoing performance evaluations and exit processes. Responsibilities include establishing and administering both short- and long-range plans to ensure the smooth operation of the College’s building and grounds. Key areas of responsibility include: Central Power Plant Mechanical Systems and Electrical Systems Buildings and Grounds Maintenance Custodial Services Warehouse and Receiving Mail Services Environmental Safety and Risk Management Recycling and Sustainability Construction Management This position oversees a management team of nine (9), and a unionized workforce of 73, with an operating budget of approximately $14 million and a capital budget of approximately $10 million. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Direct the work of architects, engineers, site planners, and contractors in the development of plans for construction, renovation, and site projects throughout the campus. Develop and implement college policies and procedures for the maintenance, modification, and repair of all equipment. Prepare the Capital Outlay budget, capital construction budgets and operational budgets for approval by President and the Board of Trustees. Implement the Campus Master Plan to ensure compliance with time schedules and project completion. Establish, manage, and monitor budgets for each operation within the facility, maintenance and grounds operational units. Lead, support and implement the College Sustainability Plan. Provide guidance and leadership to ensure comprehensive environmental, health, safety, and risk compliance is maintained. Develop and maintain Key Performance Indicators for the Facilities, Maintenance and Grounds Division. Maintain liaison with various local, county and state officials and agencies. Ensure the implementation of facilities related regulations including but not limited to, the Americans with Disabilities Act. Prepare reports on facilities activities for the President and present information at public meetings. Administer Facilities, Maintenance and Grounds Management operations. Provide leadership to building and grounds staff to ensure a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment. Perform other related duties as assigned by the President. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in architecture or related engineering discipline. Ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of progressively more leadership work experience at the executive level. Ten (10) years’ experience managing renovation and major capital construction projects. Knowledge of federal and state regulations and procedures including building and life safety codes. Ten (10) years’ experience preparing and managing contracts involving professional design consultants. Experience in engineering, finance, purchasing, and public relations. Extensive experience as an executive overseeing facilities and construction projects. Broad and deep design, capital planning, construction management, and facility-management expertise. Strong communication and relationship skills. Effective oral, written and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated record of achievement in managing energy and campus utilities. Working knowledge of public safety, environmental health and safety, risk management, facilities planning, construction, and maintenance operations. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Higher education experience preferred. To Apply For full consideration, please apply by January 23, 2025. Please apply through the application link and do not email applications. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and should include a cover letter and curriculum vita. WCC EEO/AA Statement Washtenaw Community College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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Academic Career & Executive Search is pleased to assist Washtenaw Community College, Ann Arbor, MI in its search for Vice President of Facilities, Maintenance, and Grounds. For full consideration, please apply by January 23, 2025. Reporting to the President and serving on the Executive Leadership Team, the Vice President of Facilities, Maintenance, and Grounds (FMG) is responsible for the design, renovation, maintenance and upkeep of all College owned and leased property and facilities. The ideal candidate will be a strategic, executive-level leader with a deep understanding of fiscal responsibility and the ability to assess the impact of their decisions on processes and budgets. They will bring a comprehensive approach to overseeing facilities, maintenance, and grounds, with proven expertise in managing major capital construction projects efficiently and effectively. This position provides leadership and vision for college-wide facility operations, facilitating the capital planning process for deferred maintenance, capital renewal projects, renovations, and new construction. The role also encompasses the procurement of all materials related to FMG as well as interior and exterior furnishings, and construction and professional design services. The Vice President of FMG provides executive oversight of employees and fosters a productive, safe and compliant work environment encompassing all stages of employment from recruitment and onboarding to ongoing performance evaluations and exit processes. Responsibilities include establishing and administering both short- and long-range plans to ensure the smooth operation of the College’s building and grounds. Key areas of responsibility include: Central Power Plant Mechanical Systems and Electrical Systems Buildings and Grounds Maintenance Custodial Services Warehouse and Receiving Mail Services Environmental Safety and Risk Management Recycling and Sustainability Construction Management This position oversees a management team of nine (9), and a unionized workforce of 73, with an operating budget of approximately $14 million and a capital budget of approximately $10 million. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Direct the work of architects, engineers, site planners, and contractors in the development of plans for construction, renovation, and site projects throughout the campus. Develop and implement college policies and procedures for the maintenance, modification, and repair of all equipment. Prepare the Capital Outlay budget, capital construction budgets and operational budgets for approval by President and the Board of Trustees. Implement the Campus Master Plan to ensure compliance with time schedules and project completion. Establish, manage, and monitor budgets for each operation within the facility, maintenance and grounds operational units. Lead, support and implement the College Sustainability Plan. Provide guidance and leadership to ensure comprehensive environmental, health, safety, and risk compliance is maintained. Develop and maintain Key Performance Indicators for the Facilities, Maintenance and Grounds Division. Maintain liaison with various local, county and state officials and agencies. Ensure the implementation of facilities related regulations including but not limited to, the Americans with Disabilities Act. Prepare reports on facilities activities for the President and present information at public meetings. Administer Facilities, Maintenance and Grounds Management operations. Provide leadership to building and grounds staff to ensure a clean, safe, and well-maintained environment. Perform other related duties as assigned by the President. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in architecture or related engineering discipline. Ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of progressively more leadership work experience at the executive level. Ten (10) years’ experience managing renovation and major capital construction projects. Knowledge of federal and state regulations and procedures including building and life safety codes. Ten (10) years’ experience preparing and managing contracts involving professional design consultants. Experience in engineering, finance, purchasing, and public relations. Extensive experience as an executive overseeing facilities and construction projects. Broad and deep design, capital planning, construction management, and facility-management expertise. Strong communication and relationship skills. Effective oral, written and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated record of achievement in managing energy and campus utilities. Working knowledge of public safety, environmental health and safety, risk management, facilities planning, construction, and maintenance operations. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Higher education experience preferred. To Apply For full consideration, please apply by January 23, 2025. Please apply through the application link and do not email applications. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and should include a cover letter and curriculum vita. WCC EEO/AA Statement Washtenaw Community College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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