Assistant Vice President - Facilities and Construction - Texas Tech University

Major/Essential Functions

• LEADERSHIP: Demonstrates foresight and acts as a role model for Operations and Texas Tech. Establishes and monitors departmental objectives and goals to align with the established Texas Tech and Executive Leadership goals and objectives. Provides vision, guidance, and support for facilities and construction departments.  Determines work priority standards for departmental leadership; implements programs and processes that support the Operations standard of performance; analyzes data and establishes Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to determine departmental effectiveness and recommends changes as needed.  
• PROJECT MANAGEMENT:  Responsible for the strategic vision of each department.  Engineering & Construction: Oversees the University’s 200 – 300 annual construction projects.  Facilities: Responsible for the overall interior facility maintenance and functionality of campus buildings.  Utilities:  Responsible for the manufacturing and delivery of utilities to campus buildings. Safety: Facilitates the safety culture for Operations team members, partnering closely with Environmental Health & Safety to ensure Operations safety practices align with occupational safety standards.  Responsible for working closely with Texas Tech's Emergency Management department to include the Fire Marshal's office in the development and ongoing support of Emergency and Life Safety practices and protocols for Operations and Texas Tech Campus.  Partners with University’s Procurement Office for contract development and execution for relative projects under this department’s purview.  
• COMMUNICATION: Uses effective skills to accomplish formal and informal oral/written presentations within and outside the Department. Composes and prepares documents, reports, special studies and other correspondence supporting the mission. This position will provide routine and regular updates and ongoing communications to the Associate Vice President and other Executive Leadership Members as required. This leadership role will communicate with internal team members and maintain strong partnerships with members of the campus community, including but not limited to: Vice Presidents, Provost Office, Deans, Chairs, Faculty, Staff and researchers.
• BUDGET DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT: Establishes annual budget requirements for manpower and materials. Oversees respective departmental budgets and allocates funding to respective departments. Use KPI metrics to identify areas for improvement allocating personnel and resources to meet or exceed goals in the most efficient and economically beneficial manner for Texas Tech.
• STEWARDSHIP OF CAMPUS ASSETS: Provides strategic direction for the facilities and construction teams for all projects within the Operations purview.  Develops policy for, and makes funding decisions for, the 5-year/deferred maintenance program; applies experience and technical knowledge about maintenance and construction techniques for daily decision making; supports the capital construction program; ensures periodic campus-wide facilities condition assessments are completed and ensures data gathered is useable for strategic planning.
• STRATEGIC PLANNING & CAMPUS ALIGNMENT: Responsible for the strategic direction of the facilities and construction teams.  Maintains a comprehensive understanding of Texas Tech's strategic plan and partners with direct reports to establish the strategic vision of the assigned departments in support of the campus strategic initiatives.
• CAMPUS ENGAGEMENT:  Serves as the Associate Vice President for Operations in his absence. Serves as a knowledgeable, capable, and professional substitute for all required meetings and functions. Represents Operations on various committees.  Consults with and makes recommendations to members of the campus community regarding services provided by department. 

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience in large-scale facilities management or construction. Ability to lead a diverse workforce toward the strategic vision of the University.  Uses independent judgement to make strategic decisions in the best interests of the University and department stakeholders.  
• Strong knowledge of facilities systems, construction management, and space allocation requirements in higher education. Ability to manage complex projects and large operating budgets.
• Extensive verbal and written communication skills.  Ability to develop and deliver presentations to various stakeholders. Ability to partner with various University stakeholders and provide solutions based on resources and capabilities.
• Licensed Architect or Engineer in State of Texas; certified Project Management Professional.

Department

Ops Div Construction

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Job Group

Executive Administration

Shift

Day

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required in appropriate field based on assigned area of responsibility; eight years of professional and management experience in related area. Additional job-related education may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

About the Department and/or College

About the Role:
The Assistant Vice President (AVP) for Facilities & Construction is a leader for the Facilities, Construction, and Resource Management programs for Texas Tech University, reporting to the Associate Vice President for Operations.  The AVP provides strategic direction and planning for the stewardship of 287 buildings with 6.2 million square feet of institutional supported space.  Additionally, the AVP provides oversight to approximately 200 – 300 annual construction projects with individual budgets of up to $4M per projects, totaling up to $55M per year.  
 
The AVP will provide leadership to approximately 190 team members and direct the strategic vision for these teams to enhance their operational effectiveness in support of the Texas Tech's strategic plan. This position will provide direct executive leadership for the Engineering & Construction, Facilities, Utilities, and Safety departments and indirect leadership support to the Planning & Design and Space & Resource Management departments in support of the construction and facilities services provided to the campus community.
 
As an R1 institution, Texas Tech aims to excel in research and innovations, which necessitates robust infrastructure to support its research endeavors.  The AVP’s role in managing research construction project initiatives at Texas Tech is pivotal for the institutions trajectory toward joining the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU).  By leveraging their experience and expertise in research administration, the AVP can play a crucial role in advancing Texas Tech's aspirations to enhance its research capabilities and achieve recognition as an AAU institution.
 
Experience within a research institution in higher education is crucial for the AVP to effectively drive the university’s research construction initiatives.  This may include navigating funding mechanisms, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations, and ensuring that construction projects meet the institution’s research needs while adhering to regulatory standards. Understanding the intricacies of research processes, compliance requirements, budgeting, and project management within the context of academic research is essential for success in this role.  
 
Operations strives to be the provider of choice for the campus community and an above and beyond level of service and construction knowledge and experience is expected from this position.

Special Instructions to Applicants

WittKieffer is assisting Texas Tech University in this executive search.  Application materials should be submitted through WittKieffer's candidate portal here: https://wittkieffer.com/positions/200709.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.