Director, Capital Planning And Development (Higher Education)

TL;DR

Director, Capital Planning and Development (Higher Education): Leading and managing the campus capital planning and development function, including long-term planning, project design, construction, and facility renewal. Focus on overseeing institutional infrastructure projects up to $150 million, ensuring alignment with university strategic objectives, and managing complex stakeholder relationships across the hirify.global system.

Location: Must be based in Kelowna, BC, Canada

Compensation: $11,705.58 - $18,265.42 CAD Monthly

Company

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research, innovation, and learning, committed to employment equity and academic excellence.

What you will do

• Formulate and maintain a campus Capital Priorities Strategy aligned with long-term master plans.
• Lead facilities and space planning services for faculties, administrative, and ancillary departments.
• Direct project services, including feasibility planning, cost estimating, design, and construction oversight.
• Oversee project governance and steering committees to ensure effective decision-making.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including government bodies and the City of Kelowna.
• Develop and motivate a high-performing team through effective selection, appraisal, and succession planning.

Requirements

• University degree in Engineering, Architecture, Community Planning, Urban Planning, or Business.
• Minimum 10 years of senior management experience in capital development, project management, or facilities planning.
• Eligible for professional registration as an Engineer (EGBC) or Architect (AIBC).
• Comprehensive knowledge of institutional capital planning, budgeting, and construction management.
• Proven experience presenting information at the Board and Executive level.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and interpersonal communication skills.

Nice to have

• Master of Business Administration (MBA).

Culture & Benefits

• Commitment to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Opportunity to lead large-scale, high-impact institutional infrastructure projects.
• Collaborative environment working across a multi-campus university system.
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities.