Strategic Capital Planner

The University of Maine is hiring a Strategic Capital Planner to manage its system-wide capital plan, collaborating with leadership across campuses to enhance academic excellence and sustainability. The role can be based in Portland or Orono, with potential for a hybrid schedule. Key responsibilities include coordinating capital planning, advising campus leaders, analyzing facilities data, and integrating sustainability standards. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits.
The University of Maine System (UMS) is seeking a Strategic Capital Planner to lead the coordination, development, and management of our system-wide capital plan. In this vital role, you'll collaborate with leadership across all UMS campuses to shape capital investments that support academic excellence, sustainability, and long-term strategic goals. The position can be located on the Portland or Orono campus and has the potential for a hybrid schedule. Office hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with evening and weekend hours if necessary.

This is a unique opportunity to influence the built environment of one of the largest public university systems in New England, ensuring our facilities foster innovation, accessibility, and student access.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead and coordinate capital planning efforts aligned with the University of Maine System.
• Develop and implement criteria to prioritize capital projects based on institutional needs, deferred maintenance, and sustainability goals.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to campus leaders, including Chief Business Officers, Facilities Directors, and other senior stakeholders.
• Analyze facilities data, space utilization, and enrollment trends to inform capital planning decisions.
• Partner with finance and facilities teams to align project priorities with available funding, including bonds and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare and present capital plan reports to university and system leadership.
• Integrate environmental sustainability and safety standards into all planning efforts.
• Play a key role in early-phase project scoping and planning initiatives.

To view the full list of responsibilities, qualifications, and required skills, please review the full job description .

Salary and Benefits: The hiring range for this full-time, regular position is $85,000 to $105,000, commensurate with experience. For current UMS employees, the salary will also take into consideration existing pay for transfer or promotion. The University of Maine System offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes (but is not limited to):
• 13 paid holidays plus earned vacation and sick time
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Short-term disability insurance and employer-paid long-term disability insurance
• Employer-paid basic life insurance and supplemental life insurance
• Tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents (spouse, domestic partner, and dependent children)
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution

To learn more, please review the Benefits Information Summary .

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability Requirements
• Strong knowledge of building and infrastructure, construction, and maintenance.
• Understanding of financial operations, including budgeting, estimating, forecasting, and cash flow.
• Strong ability to collaborate and build consensus with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
• Exceptional communication skills for engaging both technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualification Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Five or more years of experience in campus, urban, or land use planning, including data collection, analyses, and documentation.
• Demonstrated experience with mid- to long-range planning, including developing master and capital plans.
• Experience prioritizing capital improvements and creating comprehensive capital plans.
• Prior work in higher education or a similarly structured environment.
• Experience in maintaining effective process controls and evaluating outcomes.
• Ability to travel to UMS locations.
• Relevant professional certifications such as PMP, AICP, LEED, AP, or similar certifications are preferred.

Why Join Us?

The University of Maine System offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment where your expertise will directly impact the future of higher education in Maine. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and student-centered design in all that we do. UMS provides a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to be part of a team that shapes the places where students learn, live, and thrive.

How to Apply
Materials must be submitted via “Apply Now” below. You will need to complete an application and upload the following:
• A cover letter that describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position.
• A resume/curriculum vitae.

Important items to know about the recruitment process:
• Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, application materials must be submitted by June 8, 2025 .
• Incomplete application materials cannot be considered.
• Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide three (3) names and contact information for references.
• The successful applicant may be subject to appropriate background screenings.
• We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship.

In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity, or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207-581-1226. TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).