Director of Planning, Design, Construction & Chief Sustainability Officer

Coastal Carolina University seeks a full-time Director of Planning, Design, Construction & Chief Sustainability Officer to lead capital projects and sustainability initiatives. The role involves strategic leadership, project management, and oversight of facilities operations. Candidates should have a relevant bachelor's degree and at least seven years of experience in facilities planning. The position is based in Conway, SC, with a work schedule from Monday to Friday.
Posting Details

Posting Summary

Classification Title

Director

Classification Code

UP03

Pay Grade

0

Subject to Drug/Alcohol Testing Guidelines

No

Subject to Credit Check

No

Internal Title

Director of Planning, Design, Construction & Chief
Sustainability Officer

Department

Facilities Planning & Management

Position Type

POTH - Slotted Other

Full or Part Time

Full-Time

Basis

12 mo.

Hours per week

37.5 hours per week

Normal Work Schedule

Monday-Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm; Friday 8:00am-12:30pm

Job Details

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for campus development
and operational excellence? We invite you to apply for the position
of Director of Planning, Design, Construction and Chief
Sustainability Officer at Coastal Carolina University, where
you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our campus
environment.

The Director of Planning, Design, Construction and Chief
Sustainability Officer provides strategic leadership and
oversight for all capital and operational projects within the
university’s facilities departments. This role ensures alignment
with institutional goals, regulatory compliance, and operational
excellence across project planning, facilities operations, grounds,
sustainability, and custodial services.

How to Apply: Interested candidates may apply online at
https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/120481
. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and list of three
(3) professional references. Review of applications will begin
immediately and continue until position is filled.

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in architecture,
engineering, construction management, facilities management, or a
related field. At least seven (7) years of progressively
responsible experience in facilities planning, design, and
construction.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in a related field
(e.g., Facilities Management, Public Administration, Engineering).
Direct experience working in a university or college setting,
especially with campus master planning and residential facilities.
Facilities Management Professional ( FMP ) or Certified Facility
Manager ( CFM ). Experience developing long-term strategic plans
for facilities and infrastructure aligned with institutional
goals.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

· Strategic Leadership and Planning: Lead the development
and execution of strategic infrastructure and sustainability plans,
including the campus master plan. Establish and promote project
management standards and best practices across facilities
units.

· Project Management and Capital Oversight: Direct planning,
design, and implementation of capital projects, renovations, and
deferred maintenance. Ensure compliance with procurement laws,
building codes, accessibility standards, and environmental
regulations. Monitor project timelines, budgets and quality
benchmarks.

· Facilities Operations, Grounds and Sustainability: Oversee
safe and efficient operation of campus buildings and grounds.
Develop preventive maintenance schedules and emergency protocols.
Champion sustainability initiatives and track environmental
performance.

· Custodial Services Oversight: Manage custodial operations
to maintain clean, safe, and welcoming facilities. Implement
quality control and training programs. Collaborate with Housing and
Auxiliary Services for residential upkeep.

· Staff Development and Stakeholder Engagement: Lead
recruitment, training, and performance management for facilities
personnel. Promote professional development and certifications.
Communicate effectively with university stakeholders and external
partners.

· Budgeting, Procurement & Resource Management: Develop
and manage departmental budgets aligned with university priorities.
Oversee procurement, contract negotiations, and vendor performance.
Optimize resource allocation for long-term efficiency.

Director (UP03/61121980/ FTE -S01100P), full-time position with
benefits. Salary Range: $120,000.00 to $150,000.00. Normal work
hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and
Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Must be flexible to meet the
special scheduling needs of the university. May require occasional
overnight travel. May require evening or weekend work to meet
deadlines or handle high-priority issues. Position operates a
computer and other office productivity tools on a regular
basis.

Coastal Carolina University is a public comprehensive liberal arts
institution located in Conway, South Carolina, just nine miles from
the Atlantic coastal resort city of Myrtle Beach. Coastal Carolina
University enrolls over 10,000 students from 49 states and 55
nations. The University is accredited by the Southern Association
of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the
baccalaureate and master’s degrees of national and/or regional
significance in the arts and sciences, business, humanities,
education, and health and human services, a specialist degree in
instructional technology, and PhD degrees in marine science:
coastal and marine systems science and education sciences.

The University provides equal employment opportunity without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
citizenship status, national origin, or because an employee or
applicant for employment is an individual with a disability or a
disabled veteran, an Armed Forces service medal veteran, a recently
separated veteran, or an active-duty wartime or campaign badge
veteran, or other “protected veteran,” as defined by law. Coastal
Carolina University is an EO/AA employer.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction
management, facilities management, or a related field. At least
seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in
facilities planning, design, and construction.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in a related field (e.g., Facilities Management,
Public Administration, Engineering). Direct experience working in a
university or college setting, especially with campus master
planning and residential facilities. Facilities Management
Professional ( FMP ) or Certified Facility Manager ( CFM ).
Experience developing long-term strategic plans for facilities and
infrastructure aligned with institutional goals.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Demonstrated experience managing capital projects, renovations, and
deferred maintenance programs. Demonstrated experience in adhering
to building codes, ADA requirements, environmental regulations, and
state procurement laws. Experience leading multidisciplinary teams
and managing staff development. Expertise in project management
methodologies and tools.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

FTE-S01100P

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

01/02/2026

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

11/20/2025

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quicklink for Posting

https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/120481

Job Duties

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
• * What is your highest level of education completed?
• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctoral
• * Do you have a bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering,
construction management, facilities management, or a related field?
• Yes
• No
• * Do you have at least seven (7) years of progressively
responsible experience in facilities planning, design, and
construction?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
• Cover Letter / Letter of Application
• Resume
• Reference List

Optional Documents
• Other Document 1
• Other Document 2