Director of Residential Capital Planning, Design, and Construction

SUNY University at Buffalo, United States

Updated: 14 days ago
Location: Buffalo, NEW YORK
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Position Information


Fiscal Year 2025-2026
Position Title Director of Residential Capital Planning, Design, and Construction
Classification Title Facilities Program Coordinator
Department Residential Planning, Design & Construction
Posting Number P250274
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/60359
Employer State
Position Type UUP Professional
Professional Appointment Term Term
Salary Grade SL5

Posting Detail Information


Position Summary
UB Housing Operations is accepting applications for the Director of Residential Capital Project Planning, Design, and Construction (FPMO – Facilities Planning and Management Officer). In this role, you will lead a dynamic and diverse staff providing direction to the establishment and oversite of capital and renewal projects. You will direct the planning, development, implementation, and management of renewal, renovation, and new construction projects in support of 2.5 million square feet of space spread over two campus locations. The residential population is just over 7,500 students in 13 residence halls and 5 apartment complexes.
As a senior leader, the functional areas of responsibility within the housing operations team include development of short and long-term project scheduling and financial planning including project scope and design development, construction management, coordination with the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY) for both project funding and project management, assuring stakeholder and campus partner coordination, contractor engagement and management, and project closeout. The incumbent shall be responsible for setting employee and/or group goals, workforce planning, training and assessment.
This position will require professional acumen to employ a variety of leadership strategies and interact consistently with housing management and staff, contractors, vendors, stakeholders, and students. In this role, you will provide leadership for and supervision of approximately 3 direct and indirect report staff, including Associate/Assistant Directors and Managers for project planning and management. You will oversee an annual average capital and operational projects budget of approximately $40 million dollars.
Your responsibilities include:
  • Direct the long-term capital improvements, renovations, and new construction in support of the housing master plan.
  • Develop, administer, and implement Capital Projects policies and procedures related to the Housing Operations organization.
  • Direct administration of Housing Capital Projects, including project initiation, design, engagement of PM, schedule, stakeholder involvement, in-house project management, and close-out.


Our team recognizes the advantages diverse perspectives and backgrounds bring to the workforce. We are particularly interested in candidates who share this value and will work to achieve the university’s goals of inclusive excellence.
About Student Life
Student Life is dedicated to creating a student-centered environment that fosters engagement, well-being, and success. Guided by four strategic priorities—student engagement, health and wellness, personalized support, and advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice—we provide transformative experiences that empower students to grow, lead, and thrive. As a member of Student Life, you’ll join a team of passionate professionals united by shared values and a commitment to student success. We think big, act boldly, and pursue excellence with purpose. Together, we build inclusive communities, champion discovery, and celebrate the achievements that shape the UB experience.
Learn more:
  • Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
  • Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or related field is required.
  • A minimum of five years of progressive experience in architectural design, project management, supervision, and administration in a medium to large complex organization.
  • A comprehensive understanding of project planning, design, and construction coordination and implementation.
  • Demonstrated ability, or very strong potential to successfully integrate capital projects with the goals of a collegiate residential and educational environment intended to build community.
  • Demonstrated experience in team leadership and supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
  • An advanced degree in architecture, construction management, or engineering.
  • Experience in higher education project development and management.
  • Designation as a Certified Education Facilities Professional
  • Experience with working in a unionized environment.
  • More than five years of progressive experience in supervision, and administration in a medium to large complex organization.
Physical Demands
Salary Range $125,000 - $141,345
Additional Salary Information
Job Type Full-Time
Campus As Assigned
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
Is a background check required for this posting? Yes
Background Check Notification For non-internal applicants: a selected candidate will have to complete and pass a background check prior to appointment.

Contact Information


Contact's Name Gary Thompson
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title Director, Housing Operations
Contact's Email gt24@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone 716-645-3070

Posting Dates


Posted 12/18/2025
Deadline for Internal Applicants 01/01/2026
Deadline for External Applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled 04/02/2026

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