Lone Star College
Director, Project Development & Planning
Lone Star College, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Director, Project Development & Planning
Commitment to Mission:
This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.
Cultural Beliefs:
One LSC
Student Focused
Own It
Foster Belonging
Cultivate Community
Choose Learning
Campus Marketing Statement:
Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.
Location address is 20515 SH 249 (SH 249 and Louetta Road) Houston, Texas 77070-2607.
Job Description Purpose and Scope:
The Director, Project Development and Planning leads all aspects of LSC Property Services' project initiatives in consultation and collaboration with campus and LSC executive management teams. Responsible for direct management of Project Managers assigned to projects across seven different campuses and all locations in the Lone Star College System; this role develops guidelines and standards for appropriate oversight of the strategic planning, management, and execution of property and building renovations, remodels, retrofits and overall building upgrades. The Director must create, implement, and manage a transparent, mission-aligned operations program that gives the system's leadership and community visibility into active projects progress and future capital planning.
Essential Job Functions
Develops and executes a strategic and tactical roadmap and capital improvement plan for Project Development and Planning, aligning departmental objectives with the system’s overall goals, maximizing value, minimizing impact on operations and maintaining asset value.
Serves as the ultimate SME regarding Project Development and Planning; keeping abreast of all current trends, requirements, regulations, and other impacts to operations.
Directly leads and manages the Project Development and Planning team in all aspects, including effectively and efficiently assigning Property Services Projects; coaches an environment of continuous improvement, ownership, and transparency.
Develops, monitors and controls budgets and schedules for construction projects, including but not limited to developing order of magnitude and square foot cost estimates, generating multi‑year projects of funding requirements, modeling the implications of various scenarios, appropriately allocating resources, and approving all applications for payments relating to construction projects.
In coordination with Legal and Procurement, ensures the department operations are fully compliant with LSC’s guidelines and policies and any state statutes, federal regulations, and all other applicable regulatory bodies; this includes interpreting the RFP procedure for consultants and participating in the vendor selection process.
Works directly with the highest level of outside firms awarded contracts, ensuring the highest quality of work is completed on projects and that deadlines are met.
Collaborates with and advises system leadership, including presidents and Chancellor’s Cabinet, on all renovations, modifications and capital projects.
Creates and manages the system’s annual R&R and R&M project lists, prepares documentation for Board of Trustees approval, and ensures projects are completed as approved.
Develops, implements and manages design and construction standards, quality control plans, work processes and procedures, and training and mentoring programs.
Creates a variety of high‑level reports, presentations, and other documentation for system leadership and the Board; advises Chief Property Officer on the progress of all construction projects.
Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned to accomplish the objectives of LSC or as assigned by the Chief Property Officer.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously under tight schedules.
Ability to communicate effectively across all levels, both internally and with external parties.
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and supervisory skills.
Proficiency with project management software, Microsoft Office, Procore and other relevant software for planning and tracking project progress.
Physical Abilities The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy items, such as boxes. The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities, such as above average agility and dexterity.
Work Schedule and Conditions
Equipment used includes a PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment.
Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position.
Work is performed both in an office environment and at facilities construction sites and renovation sites.
Health and safety precautions and personal protective equipment are routine with this type of position.
Regular travel to different Lone Star College locations; may involve full reassignment to other locations if needed.
Must be available for evening, weekend, and off‑hours work as required to meet project demands.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and at least 10 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience must include at least 5 years in a management level position.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree or licensure as a Professional Engineer or Architect.
Experience with Procore or other construction project management applications.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute.
Salary Hiring salary range is $111,072 - $127,733.
Benefits By joining our top‑notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.
EEO Statement Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.
Other Information Lone Star College participates in the E‑Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States. More information on the E‑Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
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This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.
Cultural Beliefs:
One LSC
Student Focused
Own It
Foster Belonging
Cultivate Community
Choose Learning
Campus Marketing Statement:
Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.
Location address is 20515 SH 249 (SH 249 and Louetta Road) Houston, Texas 77070-2607.
Job Description Purpose and Scope:
The Director, Project Development and Planning leads all aspects of LSC Property Services' project initiatives in consultation and collaboration with campus and LSC executive management teams. Responsible for direct management of Project Managers assigned to projects across seven different campuses and all locations in the Lone Star College System; this role develops guidelines and standards for appropriate oversight of the strategic planning, management, and execution of property and building renovations, remodels, retrofits and overall building upgrades. The Director must create, implement, and manage a transparent, mission-aligned operations program that gives the system's leadership and community visibility into active projects progress and future capital planning.
Essential Job Functions
Develops and executes a strategic and tactical roadmap and capital improvement plan for Project Development and Planning, aligning departmental objectives with the system’s overall goals, maximizing value, minimizing impact on operations and maintaining asset value.
Serves as the ultimate SME regarding Project Development and Planning; keeping abreast of all current trends, requirements, regulations, and other impacts to operations.
Directly leads and manages the Project Development and Planning team in all aspects, including effectively and efficiently assigning Property Services Projects; coaches an environment of continuous improvement, ownership, and transparency.
Develops, monitors and controls budgets and schedules for construction projects, including but not limited to developing order of magnitude and square foot cost estimates, generating multi‑year projects of funding requirements, modeling the implications of various scenarios, appropriately allocating resources, and approving all applications for payments relating to construction projects.
In coordination with Legal and Procurement, ensures the department operations are fully compliant with LSC’s guidelines and policies and any state statutes, federal regulations, and all other applicable regulatory bodies; this includes interpreting the RFP procedure for consultants and participating in the vendor selection process.
Works directly with the highest level of outside firms awarded contracts, ensuring the highest quality of work is completed on projects and that deadlines are met.
Collaborates with and advises system leadership, including presidents and Chancellor’s Cabinet, on all renovations, modifications and capital projects.
Creates and manages the system’s annual R&R and R&M project lists, prepares documentation for Board of Trustees approval, and ensures projects are completed as approved.
Develops, implements and manages design and construction standards, quality control plans, work processes and procedures, and training and mentoring programs.
Creates a variety of high‑level reports, presentations, and other documentation for system leadership and the Board; advises Chief Property Officer on the progress of all construction projects.
Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned to accomplish the objectives of LSC or as assigned by the Chief Property Officer.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously under tight schedules.
Ability to communicate effectively across all levels, both internally and with external parties.
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and supervisory skills.
Proficiency with project management software, Microsoft Office, Procore and other relevant software for planning and tracking project progress.
Physical Abilities The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing; walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; or recurring lifting of moderately heavy items, such as boxes. The work may require specific, but common, physical characteristics and abilities, such as above average agility and dexterity.
Work Schedule and Conditions
Equipment used includes a PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment.
Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position.
Work is performed both in an office environment and at facilities construction sites and renovation sites.
Health and safety precautions and personal protective equipment are routine with this type of position.
Regular travel to different Lone Star College locations; may involve full reassignment to other locations if needed.
Must be available for evening, weekend, and off‑hours work as required to meet project demands.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and at least 10 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience must include at least 5 years in a management level position.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree or licensure as a Professional Engineer or Architect.
Experience with Procore or other construction project management applications.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute.
Salary Hiring salary range is $111,072 - $127,733.
Benefits By joining our top‑notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.
EEO Statement Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.
Other Information Lone Star College participates in the E‑Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States. More information on the E‑Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
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