Senior Associate Vice President, Facilities & Services

Senior Associate Vice President, Facilities & Services

About the Company

Pioneering private research university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1850

Employees
10,001+

Categories

• Career Planning
• Education
• Colleges & Universities
• University of Rochester

Specialties

• education
• arts and sciences
• engineering
• music
• medicine
• nursing
• and business

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Senior Associate Vice President for Facilities and Services to provide strategic and operational leadership for the physical environment that supports its mission. The successful candidate will have operational oversight of all properties, leading a large organization and ensuring that the institution's facilities meet the highest standards for sustainability, safety, and efficiency. This role is pivotal in aligning the physical development and maintenance of facilities with the institution's strategic goals, particularly in the areas of student experience, research, and clinical strategies. The Senior Associate Vice President will be responsible for a significant operating and capital budget, and must have a strong background in facilities management, including experience in an educational or medical setting. Applicants for the Senior Associate Vice President position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, with a Master's degree preferred, and at least 10 years' of senior-level management experience in facilities management. A technical background in engineering, architecture, or construction management is essential. The role requires a candidate with a proven track record in fiscal management, including experience with large operating and capital budgets, and a high degree of emotional intelligence and critical thinking. The ideal candidate will be a team-oriented leader with strong business and analytical acumen, and the ability to manage complex issues with multiple stakeholders. Executive-level presentation and communication skills are also necessary, as the role involves regular interaction with senior leadership, the Board of Trustees, and various external partners.

Hiring Manager Title
Executive Vice President for Administration and Finance, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Operations