"Vice President for Facilities and Real Estate Management"

Vice President for Facilities and Real Estate Management

The University of the District of Columbia (UDC) invites applications and nominations for the position of Vice President of Facilities and Real Estate Management (VP, FREM). This position is part of a dynamic leadership team that contributes to the institution’s ascension to R2 status.

As the only public institution of higher learning in the nation’s capital stands as a proud urban, land-grant, and historically Black university. UDC currently offers more than 80 academic programs that lead to bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees, as well as certificates and professional certifications. These programs are offered through the College of Arts & Sciences, School of Engineering & Applied Sciences, School of Business & Public Administration, College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability & Environmental Sciences, School of Education and Learning Sciences, the Community College, and the renowned David A. Clarke School of Law. This wide-ranging academic portfolio ensures that students have access to high-quality, affordable, and relevant pathways to success in a rapidly changing workforce and society.

The university’s facilities span three campuses in Washington, DC: the flagship Van Ness campus, the Community College at the Lamond-Riggs Campus, and the Workforce Development & Lifelong Learning Division at the Old Congress Heights Campus. UDC’s physical footprint also includes specialized sites such as the Firebird Muirkirk Research Farm in Maryland, the East Capitol Urban Farm, and the Hanger at Reagan National Airport in Virginia. Across these location, students, faculty, and partners benefit from cutting-edge classrooms, state-of-the-art laboratories, a library, arts and sports complexes, a student center, and research and innovation hubs.

As a University leader, the VP will join the President to actualize the overarching vision to position UDC as a leading national public urban university through the implementation of the new comprehensive strategic plan, Delivering on the Promise (2024 – 2029) and presidential priority initiatives.

The VP, FREM is a key senior executive responsible for the strategic, operational, and fiscal leadership of UDC’s diverse facilities portfolio. Reporting to the COO/CFO, this role is integral in guiding long-term capital planning, modernization, sustainability, real estate strategy, and the stewardship of assets to support academic excellence, student success, research, and community outreach. The Vice President will drive organizational transformation, facilitate cross-campus modernization efforts, ensure regulatory compliance, and champion customer service excellence in all facilities-related functions.

Ideal candidates possess a bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction, or planning (master’s preferred), at least ten years of progressive experience in campus planning or facilities management, five years in construction/renovation and real estate operations and demonstrated leadership in managing teams and large-scale projects. Additional professional certifications such as Certified Facility Manager or LEED credentials are desirable. Core competencies include innovative problem-solving, financial acumen, organizational effectiveness, customer service orientation, and an unwavering commitment to transparency and compliance in a public sector context.

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How to Apply

Nominations and applications are now being accepted. Dossiers should include 1) a complete CV/résumé and 2) a cover letter of interest that addresses the responsibilities, competencies, and requirements, the applicant’s motivation to apply, and interest in UDC. The search will be conducted with a commitment to confidentiality until finalists are selected. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made.

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University’s EO Policy Statement, please visit www.udc.edu/equal_opportunity.

Contact Greenwood Asher & Associates

Submit applications using this link: UDC VPFREM

All inquiries and nominations should be addressed to:

Marion Frenche, SHRM-CP
Associate Vice President of Executive Search
marionfrenche@greenwoodsearch.com

Shelley Feather
Senior Executive Search Consultant
shelleyfeather@greenwoodsearch.com