Assistant Vice Chancellor of Planning, Design & Sustainability

The University of Colorado Anschutz is hiring an Assistant Vice Chancellor of Planning, Design & Sustainability. This senior leadership role involves guiding campus planning, architectural design, and sustainability initiatives. Key responsibilities include leading a diverse team, overseeing comprehensive plans, advising on design matters, and ensuring alignment with strategic goals. The position requires collaboration with various stakeholders and is located in Aurora, CO.
University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Office of Facilities Management and
Planning

Job Title: Assistant Vice Chancellor
of Planning, Design & Sustainability

Position #:00792662 – Requisition #: 39366

Job Summary:

The University of Colorado Anschutz is seeking an innovative,
strategic, and collaborative Assistant Vice Chancellor (AVC) of
Institutional Planning, Design & Sustainability. This senior
leadership role sits within the Office of the Vice Chancellor of
Facilities Management and Planning, which also serves as the Campus
Architect. The AVC will guide the vision, strategy, and execution
of campus planning, architectural design, construction programming,
and sustainability initiatives for one of the nation's leading
academic medical campuses. This is a unique opportunity to shape
the future of a rapidly expanding, mission ‑ driven campus
dedicated to advancing health, science, and innovation.

The Institutional Planning, Design & Sustainability division,
within Facilities Management and Planning, is responsible for the
ongoing development and maintenance of the institutional master
plan and the coordination of the various institutional planning
efforts contained within. The team also plans, designs, and
executes on the energy master plan, climate action plan, annual and
5-year capital project plans, and associated program plans, working
closely and collaboratively with the other Facilities Management
and Planning divisions. Continued development and maintenance of
the institutional master plan, energy master plan, climate action
plan, and capital project plans are essential responsibilities of
the office. Also located within this division are the planning
office, transition management team, sustainability team, and the
GIS/BIM team. The Assistant Vice Chancellor and their teams serve
all units, schools, and the entire administration of the University
of Colorado Anschutz and works collaboratively with its
affiliates.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategic Direction%5C
• Lead, mentor, and empower a diverse team of planning,
architectural, and sustainability professionals.
• Oversee the development and execution of comprehensive plans
and program documents for campus leadership, CU System offices, and
CU Regents.

Architectural & Design Expertise
• Serve as the senior resident architect, advising campus
leadership on architectural and urban design matters.
• Guide the development, interpretation, and application of the
campus master plan and design guidelines for internal and external
partners.

Governance/Committee Engagement & External
Representation%5C
• Serve as a member of the Executive Vice Chancellor for
Administration and Finance cabinet.
• Act as campus liaison to consulting firms, the Regent Finance
Committee, CU Design Review Board, Fitzsimons Innovation Community
Design Review Board, and the State of Colorado Capital Development
Committee.

Planning & Sustainability Stewardship
• Lead the ongoing evolution and implementation of the campus
master plan, design guidelines, energy master plan, and climate
action plan.
• Ensure alignment of design, construction, and sustainability
practices with campus priorities and long‑term strategic
goals.

Campus & Affiliate Collaboration
• Coordinate planning and design efforts with schools, colleges,
central administration, and major partners, including:

o University of Colorado Hospital

o Children's Hospital Colorado

o Fitzsimons Innovation Community

o CU Medicine

o City of Aurora

Work Location:

Hybrid – this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per
week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz is the largest academic health
center in the Rocky Mountain region at the forefront of
transformative education, science, medicine and healthcare.

The campus includes the University of Colorado health professional
schools, multiple centers and institutes and two nationally ranked
hospitals, UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's
Hospital Colorado, with more than 2.9 million patient visits each
year.

All interconnected, these organizations collaboratively improve the
quality of patient care they deliver, research they conduct and
health professionals they train.

To learn more about the University of Colorado Anschutz, please
click here
.

CU Anschutz Facilities Management, Planning & Sustainability is
a powerhouse team of more than 275 professionals who keep one of
the nation's leading academic medical campuses running seamlessly.
Our experts support and elevate a vibrant campus spanning 218 acres
and 4.3 million gross square feet of cutting ‑ edge research,
clinical, and educational facilities. Joining this team means
helping shape and sustain a dynamic environment where
groundbreaking discoveries and world ‑ class healthcare happen
every day.

To learn more about Facilities Management, please click here
.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday,
vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an
excellent benefits package including:
• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross
pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all
CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage .

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in architecture and Architecture License -
must obtain Colorado licensure within 6 months of hiring
• Fifteen (15) years active working experience in architecture
and planning, of which at least ten (10) involved projects in a
health sciences environment including research and education,
and/or in the design of biomedical research facilities.
• At least five (5) of the required years of experience must have
been in a position involved in identifying and resolving complex
issues, direct participation in setting related institutional
policy, assisting or acting on behalf of institutional
administrators.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of
hire.

Preferred Qualifications:
• A master's degree.
• At least ten (10) years of experience at a management level
involved in broad aspects within an academic health sciences center
and research-intensive university related operation is
preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Comprehensive knowledge of the inner workings of a large
academic medical center or commensurate applicable
experience.
• Knowledge of and experience in major planning and design
projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and
maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people
and organizations, internal and external to the organization.
• Extensive trans and interdisciplinary collaboration, community
engagement and consensus building within a broad and diverse range
of interest groups.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Comfort with making presentations to multiple different stakeholder
groups and leadership.
• Ability to organize and facilitate committee
deliberations.
• Ability to work with consultants in major planning and design
efforts.
• Ability to serve effectively in both a leadership and
coordinating role.
• Considerable knowledge of budget preparation.
• Ability to prioritize and simultaneously manage multiple
projects effectively and efficiently.

Conditions of Employment:
• This position requires the ability to obtain a Colorado
architecture license within 6 months of hiring. This licensure
requires at least a bachelor's degree in architecture.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United
States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work
visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now
or in the future.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following
document(s):
• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as
they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the
position
• Resume
• Three to five professional references, including name, address,
phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email
address

Questions should be directed to: Lindsey Fouquette,
lindsey.fouquette@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but
preference will be given to complete applications received by
April 17, 2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or
may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this
position has been established as $180,000 - $220,000
annually .

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the
University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of
possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be
eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.
The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans
and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all
applicable federal, state, and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a
workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and
dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to
apply, including protected veterans and individuals with
disabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants
with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To
request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with
Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA
Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu
​.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to
ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff,
students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct
background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19
virus and other
vaccine preventable diseases . If you work, visit, or volunteer
in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated
hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be
required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance
policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or
volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain
research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you
must enroll in the
occupational health medical surveillance program .