Director of Campus Planning

Posted: 3/15/24
Deadline: 5/1/24
Reference Number: R0006663

About This Organization

Wake Forest University

Job Duties

Job Description Summary

The Director of Campus Planning assists the Assistant Vice President for Planning and Construction (AVP) and the Vice President for Facilities, Real Estate & Planning (VP) with various campus master plans and serves as the custodian of the University’s comprehensive repository of planning information and ensures that the University’s past, present, and future in terms of campus planning are readily accessible and well-documented. This position leads the Campus Planning team, which is responsible for interpreting, updating, and recommending strategies that are aligned with the Campus Master Plan. The Director of Campus Planning also serves along with the VP and AVP as a liaison between the City of Winston-Salem, adjacent neighborhoods, and the campus community to ensure expectations are managed and site development is viewed within the campus context.

Facilities, Real Estate, and Planning (FRE&P) is a full-spectrum service organization that builds, maintains, and operates the physical environment of Wake Forest University and its subsidiaries in support of the university’s education, research, and outreach activities. FRE&P strives for a welcoming campus unparalleled in accessibility, inclusivity, and sustainability while protecting and enhancing the sense of place that is unique to Wake Forest University. We are responsible for everything from the building projects that change the face of campus to the flowers that beautify the grounds.
Job Description

Essential Functions:

Programmatic Design and Planning & Process:

Manage planning studies and develop program options and approaches to solve specific space needs per the strategic initiatives of the University.

Manage space and campus planning studies across the WFU real estate portfolio.

Conceptualize campus program needs into practical near and long-term planning options.

Collaborate with other members of the Planning, Real Estate & Space Management team who are solving similar space needs to devise creative solutions to utilize space more efficiently.

Serves as a key liaison to internal and external stakeholders to maintain strategic business relationships that foster development objectives.

Develops, executes, and utilizes strategic planning analysis and research to determine long-term institutional needs and develop sustainable solutions.

Develops operating policies and procedures to comply with facilities planning regulations, best practices, and institutional objectives.

Exercises supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 1.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) employee (future position TBD).

Serves as the custodian of the University’s institutional knowledge concerning campus planning and the historical evolution of campus development.

Assists the VP and AVP in the development and implementation of the Campus Comprehensive Plan, Long Range Transportation/Roadway Plans, Utilities Master Plan, Stormwater Management Plan, Exterior Plans (lighting, grounds, paths, landscaping, quads), Accessibility/Mobility Plans, and sub-unit school, college, and division facility master plans.

Assists the VP and AVP in facilitating and directing the development and implementation of the Annual Capital Budget and Five-Year Capital Development Plan planning and delivery process.

Administers plans & manages historic, cultural & environmental resource stewardship including compliance with the City of Winston Salem Northwest Area Plan, North Central Area Plan, Northeast Suburban Area Plan, North Suburban Area Plan, West Suburban Area Plan, and Downtown Plans.

Be aware of and track industry trends across and understand how these trends affect WFU’s space and design planning processes.

Responsible for leading efforts to increase accessibility and promoting ADA standards for accessible design.

Partner with the WFU Office of Sustainability to be aware of and track sustainability trends and implications for future planning and design projects.

Internal and External Communications:

Assemble graphically clear and compelling presentations and other communication materials that distill the planning process, scenarios, and recommendations.

Create and deliver information to University leadership and external partners.

Develop and present scenarios to help inform decisions regarding campus space use.

Supervision and Leadership:

Support the development of individual team members to ensure continuous improvement and development.

Ability to lead and motivate diverse teams directly or indirectly in the reporting structure.

Demonstrated ability to develop clear expectations and timelines to drive performance.

Other Functions:

Management of ad hoc special projects and associated deliverables.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Bachelor’s degree and professional experience in Architecture, Urban Planning, Space Planning, Urban Design, Engineering, or a closely related field.

8+ years of experience leading teams.

Ability to solve space and campus planning issues, understand urban planning context and collaborate as a team.

Knowledge of campus planning.

Skill in strategic planning.

Familiar with best practices in signage and wayfairing.

Knowledge of universal design principles and ADA compliance.

Demonstrated ability to lead conversations and initiatives related to accessibility standards.

Comfort to communicate in written, verbal, and graphic form.

Comfort and ability to switch between competing tasks and priorities.

Experience and comfort in working in a fast-paced environment and managing projects with internal and external stakeholders.

Ability to translate complex technical information across multiple levels and constituencies.

Ability, willingness, and comfort working with people from various backgrounds, cultures, nationalities, linguistic styles, and socio-economic status.

Ability, willingness, or experience managing interns or co-op students.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Master’s degree from an accredited University in a related discipline.

Knowledge of higher education campus facilities data management and analysis.

University campus planning experience.

Accountabilities:

Responsible for the management of staff.

Responsible for managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to sit in a normal seated position for extended periods.

Ability to move about and climb ladders to navigate construction sites and navigate a variety of facilities spaces.

Ability to stretch and extend arms and hands in any direction.

Environmental Conditions:

Subject to indoor and outdoor conditions as well as indoor spaces with temperature fluctuations.

Other Info

Please apply via this site address:

https://wfu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Staff_Career_Website_live/details/Director-of-Campus-Planning_R0006663?q=r0006663

Required Application Materials

Cover letter, CV