Associate Executive Director

The Associate Executive Director is a key leadership role within UC Davis Health's Facilities Planning and Development (FP&D) Division. This position is directly responsible for executing UC Davis Health's Capital Program, currently valued at approximately $7.5 billion and consisting of approximately 800 individual projects. This program is currently the largest of its kind in the United States.

The Associate Executive Director supports the Capital Program through responsibility for all contracts with design professionals and construction contractors; leadership of design and construction project management standardization and training; business development and outreach to potential business partners; and executive-level (C-suite) reporting on the Capital Program.

This position also serves as FP&D's Chief of Staff, responsible for internal division coordination and high-level coordination with UC Davis Health leadership and other organizational units.

Department Overview

Facilities Planning and Development (FP&D) is responsible for managing UC Davis Health's Capital Program, including planning, contracting, project management, systems, and controls necessary to deliver large-scale healthcare capital projects successfully.

The Associate Executive Director provides direct leadership over FP&D's core support teams, including:
Capital contracting team; Project Management Office (PMO); Administrative team; Communications team; Budget team; Business Intelligence & Systems teams

Together, these teams support the Capital Program by providing project standardization, program management tools, systems, and processes that ensure projects are delivered within scope, schedule, and budget.

Apply By March 29, 2026, at 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Bachelor's degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience/training
• Extensive management experience in planning, design, construction, and/or management of large projects and facilities
• Superior skill/experience in the financial modeling, operations, and management of large-scale health care projects and facilities
• Financial skill/experience to prepare, monitor, and manage complex, detailed project budgets, evaluate independent cost estimates, and review and approve payment requests
• Leadership and managerial experience/skills to direct several professional teams working on unique and technically difficult projects in a complex administrative environment
• Experience supervising personnel, including recruitment, training, work assignment, setting expectations, evaluating performance, and initiating reward or corrective action as required
• Extensive knowledge of current project and construction costs and experience with industry-standard cost estimating systems
• Extensive knowledge of typical design and construction sequences and durations necessary to prepare, monitor, and manage detailed project schedules
• Proven leadership skills that include work with complex organizations and large projects
• Clear communicator with a strong grasp of political and organizational dynamics
• A background in facilities capital projects
• Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, scheduling, project management, and document management database programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Outlook, and Windows operating environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a related area
• Experience as a project manager of institutional major capital projects with leadership responsibility for budgets, schedules, and team coordination
• Experience working in an academic healthcare setting
• Experience with the risk/reward structure of various types of design and construction contracts and how a contract's structure supports the project's goals
• Knowledge of inpatient and outpatient health care facilities operations
• Working knowledge and understanding of Lean Principles, Integrated Project Delivery, and Lean Construction Techniques
• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements including CA Title 24, OSHPD and the Americans with Disabilities Act
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• 50% - CAPITAL PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
• 25% - LEADERSHIP
• 15% - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGMENT
• 10% - ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
  
  

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $141600.00 - $294000.00
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: Grade 28
• UC Job Title: FAC PROJECT MGR 2 HC
• UC Job Code: 005639
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule): AM
• Location: Facilities Support Srvcs Bldg (HSP068)
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible:
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here

Physical Demands

• Standing - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're committed to solving life's most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

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