Director, Capital Planning and Development

Responsibilities

• Lead the campus Capital Planning and Development function, including long-term planning, design, construction, and renovation of campus facilities and infrastructure.
• Formulate and maintain a campus Capital Priorities Strategy aligned with the University's Strategic Plan and Campus Master Plan.
• Oversee project development processes, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and meet quality and sustainability standards.
• Manage facilities and space planning services, including maintaining campus space inventory and administering space use policies.
• Direct Project Services, overseeing renovation and major facility renewal projects through professional project management.
• Build and lead a motivated team, providing leadership to Associate Directors and administrative support staff.
• Collaborate with campus stakeholders, including executive leadership, academic departments, and external partners like UBC Properties Trust and municipal officials.

Requirements

• University degree in Engineering, Architecture, Community Planning, Urban Planning, or Business.
• Minimum of 10 years of senior management experience in capital development, project management, or facilities planning.
• Eligibility for professional registration as an Engineer (Engineers & Geoscientists BC) or Architect (Architectural Institute of British Columbia).
• Comprehensive knowledge of capital planning, budgeting, and development processes within an institutional setting.
• Proven experience presenting complex information and proposals to Board and Executive-level leadership.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate staff and manage diverse stakeholder relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Business Administration (MBA).
• Advanced knowledge of contract administration, construction management, and facility life-cycle costs.
• Demonstrated ability to manage risk and uncertainty in large-scale capital projects.

About the Company

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. We are a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, committed to fostering an inclusive community that supports inspired students, faculty, and staff in their journey of discovery.