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Job Family Group: Staff
Department/Office: Executive Director of Campus Operations
Time Type: Full time
Compensation: $134,230.00-$167,788.00
Please note, starting salaries are based on factors including internal equity, relevant experience, and education. Exemption Status: Exempt
Job Description:
Reporting to the Executive Director of Campus Operations, the Senior Director of Capital Improvements provides executive leadership for the planning, design, and construction of all University capital projects. This position consolidates responsibilities previously distributed among the University Architect, Campus Planning, and Construction Project Management. The Senior Director is accountable for compliance with the University's Capital Projects Policy and for the creation, implementation, and stewardship of the Capital Projects Program Management Plan, ensuring projects are delivered with transparency, accountability, and alignment to institutional goals. The position supervises the Director of Campus Planning & Project Development and two Construction Project Managers, providing oversight of the full capital program from early planning and design through construction and closeout.
- Capital Program Leadership - Directs the planning, design, and construction of all capital projects (minor, intermediate, and major). Provides executive oversight of scope, cost, schedule, quality, and risk management. Ensures alignment with Trinity's Strategic Plan, Campus Master Plan, and Decision Quality Framework.
- Policy & Program Management - Serves as the accountable leader for the Capital Projects Policy. Develops, maintains, and enforces the Capital Projects Program Management Plan to establish consistent standards, processes, and documentation for project delivery.
- Planning, Design, & Construction Oversight - Provides executive direction to internal staff and external consultants (architects, engineers, contractors, cost estimators, and specialty consultants). Ensures that design and construction quality meet University standards, regulatory requirements, and long-term maintainability. Oversees campus planning and implementation of the Campus Master Plan, including wayfinding, site lighting, and landscape improvements. Guides stewardship of the National Register Historic District, ensuring compliance with design guidelines and coordination with the Texas Historic Commission.
- Governance & Stakeholder Engagement - Facilitates project governance processes, ensuring appropriate charters, approvals, and phase-gate reviews. Engages stakeholders across the University and provides transparent communication of project progress, issues, and risks.
- Financial Stewardship - Manages capital budgets in coordination with Finance and Treasury, ensuring responsible stewardship of University resources. Oversees cost estimating, reconciliations, variance analyses, and financial closeout of projects.
- Supervision & Leadership - Provides leadership, direction, and evaluation for direct reports (Director of Campus Planning & Project Development and Construction Project Managers). Promotes a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
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Trinity University
Oct 13, 2025