Senior Director of Planning and Project Management

Job description

American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about American University Department: Planning & Project Management Time Type: Full time Job Type: Regular FLSA Status: Exempt Work Modality: Full On Campus Presence Union: Summary: The Sr. Director, Planning and Project Development is responsible for leading strategic planning initiatives, overseeing the development and execution of major capital and operational projects, and ensuring alignment with the University’s long-term goals. This role also leads the Office of Space Planning and Management, ensuring that campus space is effectively planned, allocated, and managed to support academic, research, and administrative priorities. The Sr. Director develops, evaluates, and presents alternatives related to project scope, budget, and schedule, supporting informed decision-making by University leadership. They may serve in either a leadership or support role on projects as assigned, always ensuring a high degree of responsiveness to service requests a...