University of Miami · 2 months ago
Director, Campus Planning (H)
The University of Miami is seeking a Director of Campus Planning to work at the UHealth Medical Campus. This role involves directing transportation, traffic, and parking management planning activities to enhance campus accessibility and reduce single occupant vehicles over time.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Develops policies, plans, and projects relating to access to the University via roads, cars, mass-transit pedestrian systems, and biking
Works with other departments to facilitate integration of long-term campus master planning and future parking demands
Oversees consultant studies, including the preparation of requests for proposals, selection of consultants, and supervision of consultant work
Generates traffic, parking, and transportation reports and memoranda
Advances recommendations to minimize traffic in and around the facilities
Maintains current knowledge of legislation associated with transportation and land use
Assesses infrastructure requirements of campus developments. Collaborates with other departments to make improvements to the effectiveness, efficiency, and quality of the mobility services being offered
Spearheads short and long-term plans for campus accessibility to facilitate pedestrian mobility and alternative modes of transportation
Establishes and continuously assesses the effectiveness of the internal controls within the unit and compliance with University policies and procedures
Ensures employees are trained on controls within the function and on University policy and procedures
Lead and manage all aspects of building recertification programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory timelines and requirements
Oversee land use and campus planning efforts, including zoning analysis, site planning, and integration with the University’s master plan
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with the City of Miami, Miami-Dade County, and other AHJs, serving as the Health System’s representative on planning, permitting, and zoning matters
Provide guidance on regulatory processes, entitlements, and approvals required for new construction, renovations, and campus expansion
Collaborate with University leadership, architects, engineers, and consultants to align project goals with long-term land use strategies
Monitor local and regional policy developments related to zoning, land use, and building codes, advising leadership on potential impacts
Prepare and present planning reports, feasibility studies, and recommendations to senior leadership
Support sustainability, resiliency, and community engagement initiatives as part of the University’s broader planning strategy
Mentor and supervise planning staff, fostering a collaborative and solution-oriented work environment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, planning, real estate or a related field
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience, preferably at an academic medical institution
Strong working knowledge of Miami-Dade zoning codes, land use regulations, permitting processes, and building recertification requirements
Proven ability to build effective relationships with government agencies and AHJs
Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills with the ability to represent the Health System at public forums and regulatory meetings
Experience managing teams, consultants, and complex planning projects
Knowledge of business and management principles
Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations
Ability to establish department goals and objectives that support the strategic plan
Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others
Ability to lead, motivate, develop and train others
Strategic and long-term thinking
Regulatory expertise and attention to detail
Collaborative leadership and stakeholder engagement
Strong problem-solving and project management skills
Commitment to institutional mission, sustainability, and community impact
Commitment to the University's core values
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Tuition remission
And more
Company
University of Miami
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