Director, Campus Planning

This is not a job posting, it was created to allow a particular person(s) to enter their personal information and be appointed to a position at McGill University. If you have not been sent this URL directly by a university administrator/recruiter please do not apply. Position Summary: Facilities Management and Ancillary Services (FMAS) is the steward of McGill University’s physical campuses and infrastructure. It oversees the management of the University’s facilities portfolio in support of institutional strategic priorities and operational needs. FMAS comprises more than 400 employees organized under four functional pillars: Integrated Planning, Project Delivery, Operations, and Ancillary and Support Services. Reporting to the Senior Director, Integrated Planning, the incumbent is responsible for establishing, planning, organizing and directing the activities of the Campus Planning sub-unit including its budget and financial activities. They provide leadership to managers and experts under their responsibilities in the strategic planning of budget, policies, procedures and processes. They ensure alignment with Facilities Management and Ancillary Services mission and strategic plan. Primary Responsibilities: Establish the strategic direction of the Campus Planning sub-unit in collaboration with the Senior Director Integrated Planning and oversees the implementation of short- and long-term plans related to the function of campus, facilities, real estate and space planning including budget, policies, procedures and processes. Define and implement key performance indicators aligned with Facilities Management and Ancillary Services strategic plan and operations as related to Campus Planning. Lead the evolution of the Campus Planning sub-unit to ensure alignment with external drivers such as Horizon McGill or the University’s Priorities and Objectives. Direct a multidisciplinary team of experts in their day-to-day operations. Provide operational leadership regarding the sub-unit’s goals and objectives. Direct: All strategic campus planning activities including the Master Plan and Real Estate Strategy, and the management of its portfolios including leases, acquisitions and disposals, and space allocation. The planning and optimization of institutional real property and space use to ensure alignment with the University’s academic, research and administrative priorities including the completion of all associated support studies and activities. Selected planning and prioritization activities related to institutional space and infrastructure needs originating from faculties and units, including but not limited to technical feasibility studies, business cases, pre-designs, scoping and option analysis and cost estimating as required to support project definition and decision-making prior to project delivery. Establish and direct annual operating and capital budgets of the sub-unit under his/her authority. Assess budgetary impacts resulting from organizational and/or operational changes in Facilities Management and Ancillary Services. Establish training needs and work with the responsible managers and experts in developing training programs or in scheduling outside resources to address training needs for the Campus Planning sub-unit. In collaboration with the Senior Director Integrated Planning, evaluate the effectiveness of the Campus Planning sub-unit’s business and operational models. Develop methods of improving / expanding these models while ensuring integration with other FMAS processes. Provide technical expertise and leadership as required to support the Senior Director Integrated Planning’s role to guide the McGill community on the delivery of services related to Campus Planning. Foster relationships with McGill’s stakeholders and external organizations related to the Campus Planning mandate. Ensure that all the responsible sub-units’ work is completed in compliance with the University and the Government building and construction policies, rules and regulations. Direct and assure, in conjunction with other Facilities Management and Ancillary Services units, that Campus Planning guidelines and standards are implemented and adhered in all renovation and construction. In collaboration with other internal stakeholders, negotiate service agreements related to their sub-units. Represent the University with public authorities, partners and stakeholders on matters related to campus planning, real estate and development. Provide strategic advice and recommendations to McGill senior leadership and governance bodies to support institutional decision-making. Lead and organize multidisciplinary teams, including external expertise as required, to deliver campus planning and real estate initiatives. Ensure alignment of the University’s physical development priorities with applicable external planning frameworks and regulatory requirements. In collaboration with the Senior Director, evaluate the effectiveness of the Campus Planning sub-unit and drives continuous improvement of its services, ensuring integration with other FMAS processes. Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities: An undergraduate degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Engineering, or a related field is preferred. Eight (8) years of related experience in facilities, planning, real estate, infrastructure, or an equivalent domain. MBA or post‑graduate studies in finance or a related field is an asset. Eight (8) years of experience supervising teams, including leadership of professional staff. Excellent organizational, leadership, and delegation skills, with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams. Strong written, presentation, and oral communication skills in both English and French, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders at all organizational levels as well as external partners and authorities. Technical expertise in facilities management, including knowledge of compliance obligations and regulatory frameworks. Team management skills and ability to communicate diplomatically and firmly. Superior persuasion and negotiation skills, including the ability to diagnose key issues and achieve consensus. Advanced problem‑solving and change‑management abilities, with demonstrated success leading organizational or process transformations. Work experience at a senior management level in an academic and corporate environment is a strong asset. Demonstrated ability to strategically prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects in a dynamic and evolving environment. Demonstrated technical skills appropriate to facilities planning, asset management, and infrastructure strategy. As one of Montreal's Top Employers, here is what we offer: Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible) Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible) Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA) Competitive vacation policy Two (2) personal days Two (2) floating holidays Nine (9) "Summer Fridays" - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day Paid time off over the December holiday period Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located. Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 4 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4 . For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here . McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry. McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures . Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected] . All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.