Executive Director Facilities Planning Construc...

Job Description: The Executive Director provides comprehensive planning and overall management for all aspects of the campus master plan, renovation, construction and utilities infrastructure of Bunker Hill Community College. Duties include: planning, program management, capital budgeting, project management, preventive maintenance and deferred maintenance. The Executive Director of Facilities Planning, Construction and Facilities supervisors the Director of Facilities Management who is responsible for the day to day operations of the college facilities. The Executive Director and the Director will prepare an annual budget for the upkeep and maintenance of the campus facilities. The Executive Director will work closely with other members of the senior staff of the facility management team to ensure building and equipment deficiencies are noted, repairs are scheduled and are completed in a timely manner. The Executive Director and the Director of Facilities Management will provide daily support and direction to the physical plant operator. The Executive Director leads the development of thoughtful and robust plans to determine future capital programs for delivery of BHCC buildings, facilities infrastructure, campus landscape, and support services. Close coordination within the College community, Commonwealth agencies and the local Charlestown community is essential. Reporting to the Chief of Facilities Planning, Construction and Energy Management, the Executive Director will participate in the development of campus wide planning efforts, including coordination with Commonwealth of MA departments, BHCC students, faculty, staff and with external community stakeholders to produce positive long-term outcomes. Core responsibilities include providing technical leadership (subject matter expert) for facilities physical plant including but not limited to: potable water, storm and sanitary sewer, HVAC, electrical, life safety, elevators, exterior envelope and grounds. In conjunction with senior facilities staff, Identify, assess and prioritize projects leading to the development of a five-year maintenance and capital plan and budget. The funding sources include internal BHCC funding, state and federal grants, and DCAMM (Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance). Specific Duties: Lead development of campus facility and infrastructure planning for short, medium & long range scenarios.Responsible for leading project feasibility studies, collaboratively working with project teams, consultants and state agencies.Supervision of facility operations including maintenance, custodial, and contracted services at the Charlestown and Chelsea campuses, and various other off-campus facilities.Lead RFP development, coordinate efforts of a variety of consulting teams, and participate in designer and contractor selection.Represent the college and manage permitting efforts for large capital projects and other campus initiatives, including Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance review.Lead real estate strategies, acquisition support and development activities.Work closely with Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to implement capital plans and real estate goals.Provide up-to-date information on campus planning efforts to community groups, academic and support departments, visitors, alumni and others.Develop ongoing best practices, processes and benchmarking including sustainability, energy conservation and LEED facilities. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution.The successful candidate will possess natural talents, acquired skills and accumulated knowledge in the general fields of planning, urban design, landscape architecture, architecture & construction project management.Knowledge of and understanding of the design and function of boilers, chillers, geothermal systems, fan coil units, air compressors, HVAC control systems.Minimum of 10 years primary planning, construction, facilities management experience.5 years successful supervisory experience planning and executing preventive and deferred maintenance programs.5 years successful supervisory experience managing the physical plant of an educational or similar facility.Demonstrated experience developing and managing Capital and Operating budgets.Proven leadership experience developing successful teams which assess, prioritize, budget and implement deferred maintenance programs in a multi - building setting.Proven experience demonstrating collaborative relationships with architects, engineers, contractors and local, state and federal officials.Experience in either institutional or campus planning (long and short range), capital programs, space management.Highly refined communication skills, working with academic teams, senior executives and members of the public.Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; serving a diverse educational community.Proven expertise in managing public and community process, and in dealing with regulatory processes. Ability to represent Bunker Hill Community College in regulatory and public settings.Hands-on self-starter with a sense of urgency, who functions well in a self-directed, fast paced environment. Preferred Requirements: Masters degree preferred.Prior employment at an institution of higher education or similar institutional experience.Knowledge of Massachusetts general laws regarding planning, public bidding, and procurement.Continuing education and certifications in related field. Additional Information: Salary Range: $140,000 - $150,000. Salary will commensurate with education and experience. Review Date: December 1, 2025 Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position. Please note that as a condition of employment, the final candidate will undergo Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background screenings in accordance with state regulations. The results of these screenings may impact the hiring decision.