Job Description

VFO Strategic Infrastructure Competition No. - A103952401 Closing Date - Jan 17, 2024 This position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA). In accordance with the Administrative and Professional Officer Agreement, this full-time continuing position offers a comprehensive benefits package found on our Benefits Overview page and an annual salary range of $76,395 - $127,323. Location - Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton. Working for the University of Alberta The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community. The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for over a decade. Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people—from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just. Working for Strategic Infrastructure, Planning and Partnerships Strategic Infrastructure, Planning and Partnerships is responsible for developing strategic space planning, long-range development plans, and capital plans that span the institution and build a compelling vision for the future state of the institution's infrastructure, growth, and building lifecycle renewal. Position The Head of Strategic Infrastructure Planning will hold a critical role in leading the content and subject matter expertise for capital and strategic planning initiatives. They will initiate new ways to utilize space and facilities using data, research, and analysis. They will also assist in the oversight and implementation of the legislative process of campus planning and development, including the Capital Plan, Capital Budget, Long Range Development Plans, Sector Plans, Campus Open Space Plans, feasibility studies, and liaising with the University of Alberta Property Trust’s plans to ensure strong alignment. Duties This position is responsible for the update of strategic infrastructure plans for the legislated Capital Plan and Long Range Development Plan, under the guidance of the Director of Strategic Infrastructure, Planning & Partnerships. Oversees a team focused on establishing integrated, strategic space-asset planning functions, employees, and initiatives. Oversees strategic space and asset planning, using space data and evidence-based predictive modeling to determine best-use scenarios for asset planning. Guide resources and engagement in the development of operational and budgetary planning for common or shared spaces, including the development of guidelines, policies, and procedures. Produces planning proposals and summaries of progress, outcomes, findings, and recommendations for internal and executive review. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Planning, Architecture, Interior Design, Business, and/or related field. Minimum 10 years in strategic space/facility planning and space policies. Progressive experience in leadership/management of employees, priorities, and initiatives. Preferred Qualifications Master's Degree How to Apply Note: Online applications are accepted until midnight Mountain Standard Time of the closing date. The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.