Vice President of Capital and Construction

Posted: 10/14/25
Deadline: 1/12/26
Salary: Competitive salary range budgeted up to $450K

About This Organization

Johns Hopkins University

Job Duties

Johns Hopkins University seeks a dynamic, strategic leader to serve as its next Vice President of Capital and Construction (VPCC)( https://wittkieffer.com/positions/201617).

Under the general supervision of the Senior Vice President of Capital Strategy, Real Estate, and Development, the VPCC will provide leadership, direction, and oversight on all phases of procurement, design, and construction for a $5B five-year capital program. In collaboration with the SVP and the Senior Director of Planning & Architecture, the VPCC will oversee the feasibility, program, and budget development, conceptual design, university and trustee approval and governance of all major capital projects. The VPCC will assist the SVP and Senior Director of Finance in the annual preparation of the university’s 5-year capital budget.

In this role, the VPCC will:

• Work closely with the Planning and Architecture team in a “dotted line” relationship throughout the project life cycle; with Planning and Architecture, may play a leading role at times during programming, preconstruction, or construction administration, VPCC retains responsibility for the success of projects at all phases.
• Collaborate with the Government Affairs and Communications teams in a “dotted line” relationship throughout the project life cycle, but particularly regarding entitlements and construction impacts.
• Coordinate and recommend activities associated with project assignments, evaluations, and disciplinary actions for assigned personnel.
• Assist SVP with formulating and implementing policy, recommending changes, establishing objectives, goals, and KPIs.
• Develop a talent pipeline from Project Manager through Director to build the next generation of project leaders; take a direct interest in the professional development of team members and the development of an “ownership mentality.”
• Provide inclusive planning and review approach with University operations, maintenance, management, and service peers to deliver projects that are appropriate for their function, easy to maintain, durable, energy efficient, integrated with existing systems, and aligned with the strategic mission.

Please direct all nominations and inquiries to the WittKieffer team at JHUVPCC@wittkieffer.com. Candidates should provide a resume and a letter of application that addresses the responsibilities and requirements described in the Leadership Profile. Application materials should be submitted by using the WittKieffer Candidate Portal (https://apptrkr.com/6643913).

Competitive salary range budgeted up to $450K, with flexibility based on experience and background. For benefits information, please visit: Benefits & Worklife Resources (https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/benefits-worklife-resources/)

The Office leads JHU efforts to foster an environment that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination and harassment. In its role, OIE ensures compliance with affirmative action and equal opportunity laws, investigates discrimination and sexual harassment complaints, and serves as a central resource for those with disabilities or those who require religious accommodation.

Required Qualifications

Successful candidates will have 25+ years of construction management experience gained through a combination of general construction and development execution with a proven track record of providing excellent customer service to internal and external clientele, 15+ years progressively responsible management experience with both projects and professional staff, and a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related discipline from an accredited institution.

Salary

Competitive salary range budgeted up to $450K

Other Info

To view the full job posting & to apply, please visit https://apptrkr.com/6643913