We are seeking a Sr. Director USS Facilities, Design & Planning.  This position provides direction for Johns Hopkins University Student Services (“USS”) facility projects and operations in buildings totaling over 1.3 million square feet across all campuses where USS operates (i.e., Homewood, East Baltimore, D.C.). Included as part of this inventory are student services offices, athletic/recreation facilities, health clinics, dining venues, and eleven residence halls.

This role strategically assesses space needs within USS, recommends innovative solutions, and determines long and short-term space needs. This role also works strategically with Johns Hopkins Facilities and Real Estate (JHFRE) and advises USS leadership about ways to leverage University expertise to address needs. This includes collaboration with JHFRE for all capital project design, development, and execution.

This position works in partnership with key stakeholders (e.g., On Campus Living, Dining, other USS leaders, and department managers) to ensure facilities planning, coordination and execution of projects and goals are achieved.

Position is responsible for contributing to the successful completion of numerous projects, including,

• The Hopkins Student Center
• Master Housing & Dining Plan
• Major renovations and annual minor capital projects
• Various projects related to ongoing classroom renovation/maintenance (81 classrooms - Homewood campus)
• Student Health Clinics space strategy (Homewood and East Baltimore campuses)
• Long term campus planning, including existing buildings, leases, and other spaces
• Numerous minor capital projects on an annual basis (e.g., athletics, admissions, student health & well-being, etc.)

The Sr. Director is responsible for coordinating facility issues with respect to third-party agreements for leased retail spaces. This includes partnering with JHFRE on real estate and lease obligations, as appropriate.

The Sr. Director reports to the Senior Associate Vice Provost for Finance and Administration and serves as a key member of the Sr. AVP’s leadership team.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

Project Management

• Develop and plan USS facilities projects.
• Partner with JHFRE staff during feasibility studies, planning, all design phases, construction and occupancy.
• Schedule and track project timelines and ensure deadlines are met. If issues arise requiring recalibration of timelines and/or priorities, ensure issues are communicated timely and the appropriate stakeholders are part of the recalibration process.
• Facilitate professional design and construction services procurement when appropriate.
• Oversee and manage furniture and equipment layouts, interior finish schedules, and other aspects of short and long-term capital projects as needed.
• Oversee and coordinate furniture and equipment procurement, infrastructure and installation in non-residence hall spaces.
• Coordinate safety and risk management as required.
• Within the division’s domain, supervise projects through all phases- design, construction, department/staff move-in, and closeout.
• Plan and supervise relocations of personnel and equipment, including coordination of IT and other necessary services.
• Act as liaison between USS end users and JHFRE to interpret user needs and strategically integrate them into project plans.
• Represent end users throughout the project.
• Ensure all campus and departmental services are operational at occupancy.

Administrative Management

• Provide oversight for operational and capital budgets.
• Maintain efficient and effective operational fund usage.
• Partner in work strategically and proactively in identifying current and future space needs.
• Perform building use evaluations and make recommendations regarding space usage.
• Participate in USS 5-year capital planning process.
• Partner with JHFRE (as needed) and USS Finance office to provide input into quarterly USS finance projections.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date USS space inventory and user assignments.
• Provide routine and ad hoc reporting, e.g., project status, space plans, etc.

Operations Management

• Partner with JHFRE Plant Operations on plant issues affecting the Homewood campus.
• Represent USS in facilities discussions with the schools/divisions on issues that extend beyond USS operations.
• Be the point person on USS facilities issues.
• Support crisis management and business continuity efforts as events arise.

Staff Oversight and Development

• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise USS facilities staff.
• Evaluate staff performance and foster professional development.
• Supervise 3-4 facilities staff ranging from Project Managers to Facility Coordinators.

Special Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

The ideal candidate will bring many of the following abilities and experiences to his or her work:

• Knowledge of design and construction issues related to various building types, mechanical and electrical systems, and construction delivery methods.
• Knowledge of construction planning processes, costs methods and materials.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with OSHA, BOCA, ADA, IBC, local, state and federal regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office programs and scheduling software.
• Experience in strategic space planning.
• Able to set priorities and use discretion in order to make decisions within critical deadlines.
• Must demonstrate ability to manage long and short-term projects and ensure that they are completed on time and within budget.
• The ability to plan, negotiate, and strategize sustainable business practices for a complex organization with competing priorities while also keeping the needs of students, faculty, and staff at the heart of planned outcomes.
• A collaborative nature and talent for establishing rapport and building partnerships as well as experience navigating a highly decentralized university environment.
• An ability to manage crisis and make sound decisions as situations arise.
• Strong managerial and interpersonal skills, and a track record of successfully recruiting, training, mentoring, and retaining diverse staff.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Bachelor’s Degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or any other design-related discipline.
  
• Fifteen years of related experience, including five years of progressively responsible management experience with both projects and professional staff.

Classified Title: Sr. Director USS Fac., Design & Planning 
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Sr. Director USS Facilities, Design & Planning   
Role/Level/Range: L/05/LH  
Starting Salary Range: $127,300 - $223,000 Annually (Commensurate with experience) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: M-F 8:30am-5:00pm 
Exempt Status: Exempt 
Location: Hybrid/Homewood Campus 
Department name: ​​​​​​​USS Facility Operations  
Personnel area: University Student Services