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Austin, Texas, 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  Thomas Lapierre , Senior Associate, are leading the search. Confidential inquiries applications, and nominations should be submitted by email to Thomas Lapierre at  thomas.lapierre@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. *** 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.

Los Angeles, California, Department Summary Excelling in quality, innovation, and impact, UCLA Extension (UNEX) is one of the top providers of continuing and professional education in the United States, offering programs and classes to more than 50,000 students per year through approximately 4,500 classes and certificate programs to meet the professional development, continuing education, and personal enrichment needs of the full spectrum of traditional, nontraditional, domestic, international, professional, and continuing education students throughout and beyond Los Angeles.Access, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (AEDI) is one of UCLA Extension's guiding principles. We strive to extend access to UCLA, our programs, and services to underrepresented communities and populations, while serving as a model organization for AEDI in the field of continuing higher education. Committed to attracting and retaining diverse staff & instructors, UCLA Extension welcomes your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Position Summary Excelling in quality, innovation, and impact, UCLA Extension (UNEX) is one of the top providers of continuing and professional education in the United States, offering programs and classes to more than 50,000 students per year through approximately 4,500 classes and certificate programs to meet the professional development, continuing education, and personal enrichment needs of the full spectrum of traditional, nontraditional, domestic, international, professional, and continuing education students throughout and beyond Los Angeles.   Reporting to the Director of Facilities Management at UCLA Extension, the Assistant Director is responsible for management and operational strategic plans, directions, priorities and recommendations for the Director. The incumbent determines implementation schedules, addresses problems/issues and proposed resolutions, and regularly updates the Director as milestones are accomplished. Regularly informs the Director whether work being performed is in compliance with UCLA, Extension, departmental procedures, policies, budgets and overall expectations. Additionally, this position oversees the day-to-day operations of the Gayley and Lindbrook Centers as well as DTLA Suite.   Administrative functions include identification and resolution of operational problems and other complex issues, decision-making authority in the absence of the Director of Facilities Management, financial and budgetary coordination, and maintenance and construction project management. This position oversees the institutional implementation and adherence to the Campus Injury & Illness Prevention Program (IIPP), Extension's Emergency response program, and other emergency management programs such as the Safety Committee.   The Assistant Director will have oversight of all Facilities Management administrative functions, supervision of office and operations staff, and coordinate with Center units for trouble-free operations and ensure adherence to Extension and University policies.   Access, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (AEDI) is one of UCLA Extension's guiding principles. We strive to extend access to UCLA, our programs, and services to underrepresented communities and populations, while serving as a model organization for AEDI in the field of continuing higher education. Committed to attracting and retaining diverse staff & instructors, UCLA Extension welcomes your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Salary & Compensation *UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits. Qualifications 5 years Minimum experience of working as a construction project manager. (Required) 5 years Minimum experience of supervising direct report(s) / team. (Required) Knowledge of the following: physical plant operations, maintenance, preventive maintenance systems, general building and space management, as well as, construction specifications, technical drawings, construction methodologies, and project management. Also, University policies and procedures related to construction (contracts, bids, purchasing, etc.), and the ability to conduct on-site visual inspections of projects involving walking, standing, climbing stairs and ladders, stooping, crouching and balancing, including roof inspections and other precarious locations. (Required) Working knowledge of human resource management sufficient to conduct performance appraisals, counseling/feedback sessions, implement corrective actions, and skill in consulting and facilitating disagreements, disputes and complaints in a collaborative manner while maintaining equanimity in the face of resistance, indifference and/or hostility. (Required) Working knowledge of state and federal safety regulations and prescribed safe work practices, along with Emergency Management and disaster response. (Required) Ability to consult with all levels of individuals to resolve problems and/or complaints, and to solve problems through data gathering, analyzing and synthesizing information, generating alternatives, and implementing innovative and creative actions to enhance operational processes, and to develop procedures, policies and administrative guidelines, when needed. Also, exercise skill in exchanging ideas, information and opinions with others to formulate policies, special project proposals and budget requests to reach joint decisions, conclusions, and resolutions. (Required) Skill in working independently, exercising judgment and implementing planning activities to reinforce the goals and objectives of the organization, and in working as a member of a team in a collaborative manner with all levels of the organization, and to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and other campus personnel. (Required) Ability to prioritize a variety of work projects in a systematic manner and to take initiative in performing job responsibilities. Must have strong problem-solving skills and insight to be proactive to mitigate problems, avoid reactive management, and the ability to focus attention and concentration on specific issues and follow through until resolved with minimal direction. (Required) Ability to manage and demonstrate command of a complex and continuously changing array of information, occasionally minimal information, and make sound decisions appropriate to the situation. (Required) Ability to exercise sound time management skills and control of projects and work proactively to mitigate delays, budget problems and any additional complications that may jeopardize project or client confidence. (Required) Skill in writing concise, logical, grammatically correct analytical reports, correspondence, and in reading and comprehending basic accounting balance sheets, reports and University ledgers. (Required) Solid knowledge of policies and procedures relative to facilities maintenance, equipment, customer service, dispatch, building maintenance, safety and emergency preparedness. (Required) Demonstrated interpersonal skills, including active listening, critical thinking, ability to multi-task effectively, persuasion / negotiation, mentoring, leadership / supervision, problem solving, operations analysis and quality control analysis. (Required) Solid knowledge in supervising facility maintenance and improvements along with building maintenance work to include one or more of the following: basic plumbing and pipefitting, carpentry, painting and plastering, service of machinery, electrical maintenance and custodial. (Required) Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, science, construction management or related area and / or equivalent experience / training (Required) Project Management Professional (PMP) credential or equivalent (Preferred) And Special Conditions for Employment Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment. Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired. Possession of OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 safety card or must obtain within 15 days after the first day of work. (Required) Possession of valid California driver's license. (Preferred) Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations. (Required) Schedule 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Union/Policy Covered 99-Policy Covered Complete Position Description https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=38&jobcode=TBD_3839

Las Cruces, New Mexico, South Central Solid Waste Authority Doña Ana County (Las Cruces), New Mexico (est. pop. 225,000) Executive Director The South Central Solid Waste Authority invites your interest in serving as their next Executive Director. The Board of Directors desires a talented and dynamic leader with experience in managing a county-wide solid waste program. The South Central Solid Waste Authority (SCSWA) was established in December of 1994 through the adoption of a Joint Powers Agreement between the City of Las Cruces and Doña Ana County for the purpose of providing and maintaining regional solid waste and recycling management programs. The Authority is comprised of an eight (8) member board where three (3) voting members are appointment from the City Council by the Mayor with consent of the City Council, three (3) voting members appointed by the County Chairperson with consent of the County Commission, and two (2) ex-officio members who are the City Manager and the County Manager, or their designees. The member’s term expires when his or her official term in office is completed or when the term of the appointing Mayor or Chairperson is completed; however, the member continues to serve until a new member is appointed. Members may be appointed for more than one term. SCSWA has had three Executive Directors since its foundation in 1994. After completing an exemplary commitment to forming and building the organization, the Executive Director recently retired in December 2024. The Authority currently is led by an Interim Executive Director. SCSWA currently has one hundred (100) employees who are passionate about recycling and solid waste management services. The team is entrepreneurial and environmentally driven, including developing strategies to provide additional services, building additional facilities, and expanding into new service locations. South Central Solid Waste Authority (SCSWA) provides recycling and solid waste disposal services to one of the state’s fastest growing areas and is the largest New Mexico solid waste authority with approximately 235,000 customers. More specifically, the Authority has over 40,000 residential recycle accounts; 370 commercial recycle accounts and 4,000 residential trash accounts in Sunland, NM. SCSWA is a highly performing and widely recognized organization. SCSWA has won over 14 regional and national awards ranging from facility design, partnerships, safety and program innovation and stewardship. The Authority’s annual budget for Fiscal Year 2024/25 is $20m including $2.5m for the Capital Improvements Program. Doña Ana County is home to some of the country’s most attractive and diverse communities. The largest incorporated city is Las Cruces (115,000 pop.), where there is a very active downtown arts, music, and commercial district. Las Cruces is home to the New Mexico State Aggies. Doña Ana County covers 3,804 square miles in south-central New Mexico bordering on El Paso County, Texas, and the State of Chihuahua, Mexico as well as Luna, Sierra, and Otero Counties in New Mexico. The County is geographically diverse with spectacular mountain ranges, vast valleys, and a high-desert environment. The Mesilla Valley, the Organ Mountains Desert Peaks National Monument and the White Sands National Monument are some of the historic points of interest.   The minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, civil/environmental engineering or related field plus five (5) years of experience in solid waste or construction management in a leadership capacity. A valid driver’s license is required. Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with SCSWA policy. Additional specific technical training and certifications required include New Mexico Manager of Landfill Operations, Transfer Station Operator, and Recycling Certification within one year of initial term of service.  Additional skills and experience in the following areas are preferred: solid waste management, landfill management, government budget processes and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) related to public sector financial management, project management, civil engineering, and personnel management. For additional information and/or if confidentiality is important for you, prior to applying, telephone either: Bob Slavin at (770) 449-4656 or John Kross at (480) 797-4487. The recruitment profile is available on our website at www.slavinmanagementconsultants.com .  First review of applications will be on March 21, 2025. How to apply: slavin@bellsouth.net (Electronic Submissions only) Slavin Management Consultants      

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