What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director, Campus Renewal position at Harvard University?
Basic Qualifications
- Master's degree in a related field required
- Minimum of 10 years of overall experience in architecture, construction or engineering with a minimum of 5 years' project management experience.
- Licensed architect (AIA or RA) or licensed professional engineer (PE)
- Experience managing staff at multiple levels.
- Experience managing projects greater than $25 million
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Additional Information
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Position Description
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Regulatory Approvals
Leadership and Communication :
Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills :
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EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Summary
Harvard Capital Projects (HCP) is an internal resource for the Harvard community providing project management services across the entire campus. HCP works collaboratively with a variety of Harvard Schools and Departments, providing project management services for large and small projects including new buildings, renovations, and accessibility and infrastructure upgrades. HCP prides itself on providing its clients with the highest value services.
This position will report to the Managing Director of Capital Projects and will be part of the senior staff. The position manages staff and workload related to campus renewal and may include interior and exterior renovations, sustainability and accessibility enhancements, utility and infrastructure upgrades and construction oversight
Job Responsibilities :
Project Management
Responsible for the management of staff including assistant project managers, project managers, and senior project managers. This position manages the hiring, onboarding, performance management, career growth and development of staff. Creates and fosters an environment of open communication and regular feedback.
Acts as resource and point of escalation for staff managing complex challenges with clients / projects / activities.
Responsible for moderate financial / external risk.
Assesses and forecasts strategic work plans for immediate work group; may recommend resolutions for strategic issues to direct manager
Leads definition and direction for new or revised services, programs, processes, policies, standards, or operational plans, based upon the business sub-segments long-term strategies
Administers business unit policies that directly affect employees and recommends policy changes for work group or wider team; may have the authority to make exceptions to policies and procedures under guidelines that require judgment and discretion on issues of importance.
Oversees the work of a team or teams through levels. Provides guidance to direct reports within the latitude of established policies Manages the coordination of the activities of multiple groups or departments with responsibility for results, including cost, methods, and staffing
Establishes operational objectives and work plans, and delegates assignments to subordinate managers
Responsible for understanding of capital planning and project funding principles; deep knowledge of how project budgets are developed and maintained through the project lifecycle. Responsible for budgets and has signatory authority for moderate size budget.
Partners with HCP control staff to ensure processes, guidelines, and compliance are being met according to university standards.
Commitment to Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Harvard University views equity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify this excellence while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.
Benefits
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Work Format Details
This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
Salary : $5,250
