Title: Strategic Infrastructure Officer

Employee Classification: Strategic Infrastructure Ofcr

Campus: University of North Texas - System Administration

Division: SYS-Sys Facilities Plan & Constr

SubDivision-Department: SYS-Sys Fac Dev-Gen

Department: SYS-SIPC Staff Operations-952000

Job Location: Denton

Salary: salary commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The Office of Strategic Infrastructure provides professional oversight, planning, and expert guidance for long-term, complex, high dollar value programs to include capital projects, real property transactions, master planning, facilities asset management, and authorities having jurisdiction.

Position Overview

Reporting directly to the Deputy Chancellor of the UNT System, the Strategic Infrastructure Officer (SIO) is responsible for guiding the UNT System’s campus master planning, and major construction activities. The SIO leads an office committed to delivering outstanding sustainable and enduring projects that maximize value while supporting the mission of each of the UNT System’s campuses.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in construction, architecture, engineering or a related field and fifteen (15) years of progressively responsible Planning, Design and Construction administrative experience in a large, complex organization. Employees in this job may be responsible for conducting research on, working on, or having the ability to access critical organizational infrastructure and they must be able to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure related to this role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Expertise in developing, directing, and collaborating on large-scale planning initiatives and major construction programs. Ability to coordinate complex projects across multiple campuses and departments, ensuring alignment with institutional goals.
* In-depth knowledge of real estate management practices, campus master planning, and facilities development. Ability to lead, implement, and oversee projects that enhance university infrastructure and support long-term growth.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills for building productive partnerships with university leadership, community stakeholders, administrators, and external agencies.
* Comprehensive knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and policies. Ability to implement and monitor compliance.
* Proven experience and commitment to Energy, Water, Site, and Building Systems Sustainability
* Knowledge of optimization and retro commissioning of campus physical plant systems
* Ability to manage deferred maintenance/capital asset assessments, Facilities Condition Index reporting and multiyear project renovation and renewal planning
* Skill in utilizing various software systems including Capital Project Management or CMMS software systems, Physical asset management and assessment tools, and Space management database and assessment tools

Preferred Qualifications

MBA or other Master’s Degree, Real Estate Management, Campus Master Planning, Real Estate Development, Project Management, Construction Management, Design and Construction, Capital Oversight, Professional License in Architecture or Engineering, Certified Educational Facilities Professional (CEFP).

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties

• % - Develops, directs and partners with system-wide planning and major construction programs; works closely with the leadership of UNT System universities to meet needs - (Essential)
• % - Leads real estate management and development. Creates and drives the Campus Master Plans across the entire UNT System. - (Essential)
• % - Develops strong working relationships with community leaders, UNT System administrators, and other higher education agencies. - (Essential)
• % - Adheres to and fosters high standards of ethical conduct, compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, and appropriate financial oversight and controls. - (Essential)
• % - Hires, trains, monitors, and conducts scheduled evaluations of supervised employees. - (Essential)

Physical Requirements

Environmental Hazards

Work Schedule

M-F 8-5 and as needed

Driving University Vehicle

Yes

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.