The University of Texas at Austin seeks a results-driven leader with exceptional strategic, operational, and interpersonal skills and deep domain expertise to join the Campus Operations leadership team as Assistant Vice President of Planning, Design and Construction (AVP). The AVP will foster relationships across the university, manage complex construction projects, ensure contract and regulatory compliance, and promote sustainable practices while maintaining financial oversight and quality standards.

Reporting to Brent Stringfellow, the Associate Vice President for Campus Operations and University Architect, the AVP will provide leadership and direction for the Planning, Design and Construction (PDC) department within Campus Operations. They will oversee the program development, planning, design, and construction management efforts for all campus construction projects.

Campus Operations consists of 1,300 team members and has an annual operating budget of $250 million, a capital construction program of $3.2 billion over the next 5 years, and oversight of 29 million square feet across 700 buildings and multiple campuses. The PDC department of 200 team members is charged with supporting the University’s education, research, and service mission while enhancing the physical environment and upholding UT design and construction standards.

The AVP will provide executive leadership and management to the Planning, Design and Construction division while creating a positive workplace and delivering world-class facilities solutions through management of complex capital projects. This position collaborates with senior university officials to meet campus construction needs, develops strategic goals, manages project budgets and schedules, and resolves stakeholder conflicts to ensure successful outcomes. The position requires maintaining strong relationships between construction staff, consultants, contractors, and university stakeholders while ensuring compliance with regulations and statutes. Additionally, the role demands expertise in applicable codes, enforcement of safety requirements, implementation of sustainable construction practices, and coordination with Campus Operations partners to support university-wide objectives.

The AVP must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a strong preference in the fields of Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management. A master’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction from an accredited college or university is preferred. The leader is required to have 8–10 years of progressive experience in facilities design, construction management, and resource allocation within a complex organization.

More information about the position can be found here.

To Apply

Kenna Boyd, Associate Partner, and Marisea Rivera, Senior Associate, are leading the search. Confidential inquiries applications, and nominations should be submitted by email to Marisea Rivera at  marisea.rivera@opuspartners.net. To be considered by the University’s search committee, candidates must provide a CV/resume and a letter of introduction that addresses the specific responsibilities, expectations, and qualifications described above. Please consult Opus Partners for more information about the application process.

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The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The university is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities and admissions.