Austin Community College · 1 day ago
Director, Capital Planning & Programs
Highland Campus
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$125K/yr - $156K/yr
5+ years expAustin Community College District (ACC) seeks a strategic, collaborative, and results-driven Director of Capital Planning & Program to lead the planning, design, and delivery of the District’s capital construction and infrastructure program. This role oversees major construction, renovation, and infrastructure projects that support ACC’s academic mission, long-term growth, and sustainability goals.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the district’s capital construction program from concept through occupancy, ensuring alignment with the Facilities Master Plan and institutional priorities
Provide strategic leadership, supervision, coaching, and performance management for capital project management staff
Oversee development and execution of long-range capital improvement plans and annual project portfolios
Administer operational and capital budgets, ensuring effective financial planning, cost control, and reporting
Establish and maintain departmental standards, procedures, and best practices for project delivery
Manage procurement, negotiation, and administration of professional services and construction contracts in coordination with legal and procurement teams
Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, safety standards, accessibility requirements, environmental regulations, and historic preservation requirements
Champion sustainability and environmental stewardship across all capital projects
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure facilities meet programmatic and user needs
Represent the District with external agencies, regulatory authorities, and community planning and advisory bodies
Anticipate and resolve project risks, conflicts, and construction disputes
Champion a culture of safety, ensuring projects are planned and executed in compliance with applicable safety regulations and best practices to protect workers, students, and the campus community
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Five (5) or more years of experience managing multiple construction and renovation projects, including large institutional or commercial projects
Five (5) or more years of managerial experience supervising capital project management staff within a department or agency
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. Experience cannot be substituted for required, applicable educational level
Valid Texas drivers license, and reliable transportation for local Austin area travel
Preferred
Eight (8) or more years of experience managing multiple construction and renovation projects, including large institutional or commercial projects
Eight (8) or more years of managerial experience supervising capital project management staff within a department or agency
Master's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
Texas license as Architect or Professional Engineer in a discipline related to building construction
CCM, CEFP, LEED, and OSHA 30 certifications
Company
Austin Community College
Austin Community College is a nationally recognized two-year college serving Central Texas.
1001-5000 employees
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