SITUATION OVERVIEW:
Helbling & Associates, a ZRG company, has been engaged to recruit an Assistant Director, Renovation & Renewal for Dartmouth College.

ABOUT DARTMOUTH COLLEGE:
Dartmouth College was established in 1769 by a charter signed by John Wentworth, the Royal Governor of New Hampshire. Today, Dartmouth offers over 40 academic departments and programs and serves over 4,000 undergraduates on their 269-acre main campus. They hold a 7:1 undergraduate student-to-faculty ratio, and most classes have 20 or fewer students. Dartmouth provides a vibrant, inclusive learning environment where students and faculty respond to pressing challenges with research and innovation.

MISSION
Dartmouth educates the most promising students and prepares them for a lifetime of learning and responsible leadership through a faculty dedicated to teaching and the creation of knowledge.

TOP PRIORITIES
Access & Affordability
 Attracting the best students from around the world.

Enhancing Learning Districts
 Arts: Enhancing every academic experience through the arts.
 Technology: Developing leaders who drive change through innovation.

Healthy, Welcoming Community
 Providing a safe, equitable, diverse, and inclusive campus.

CORE VALUES
 Academic excellence and encouraged independence of thought within a culture of collaboration.
 Faculty are passionate about teaching students and remain at the forefront of their scholarly or creative work.
 Embrace diversity with the knowledge that it significantly enhances the quality of a Dartmouth education.
 Recruit and admit outstanding students from all backgrounds, regardless of their financial means.
 Foster lasting bonds among faculty, staff, and students to encourage a culture of integrity, self-reliance, and collegiality and instill a sense of responsibility for each other and for the broader world.
 Support the vigorous and open debate of ideas within a community marked by mutual respect.

RESEARCH
More than 75 centers and institutes offer expanded learning and research in diverse areas, including medicine, the arts, engineering, and business. Many are interdisciplinary and bring together faculty and students from across campus to work on complex issues.

THE CALL TO LEAD CAMPAIGN
Landmark Campaign, Stronger Community, Better World
Dartmouth undertook The Call to Lead campaign with the confidence to think big and let their ambitions soar – and the response was amazing. Nearly 100,000 donors committed more than $3.77 billion. Yes, that’s a big number, but it was a campaign for everyone – 40% of all donors contributed less than $500. The true success of The Call to Lead will be measured by lives changed.

$3,771,572,017 Raised to Date
A record-breaking number of alumni have already given to The Call to Lead campaign, and they’ve almost reached their participation goal to engage 60% of all alumni.

POSITION:
The Assistant Director, Renovation & Renewal is accountable for the planning, execution, and management of Dartmouth’s capital renewal program and annual renovation projects. The program includes assessment of the campus’s facilities, grounds, and infrastructure to determine deferred maintenance needs, in addition to the recommendation of priorities for near- and long-term projects for the five-year capital renewal plan (which is updated on a routine basis). The Assistant Director will track related impact on infrastructure and annual reserve budgets (presently funded at approximately $20 million per year).

The Assistant Director will ensure the successful delivery of capital projects assigned to direct reports, including planning, estimating, budget control, permitting, construction, scheduling, reporting, and problem-solving. In addition to capital renewal projects, projects include those improvements and renovations to administrative, research, academic, residential, and athletic facilities to support the associated programs.

Dartmouth’s Campus Services Division is responsible for planning, design, construction, and operation of Dartmouth’s buildings, campus landscape, and infrastructure. Dartmouth’s facilities include over five million square feet of space in 165 buildings. These facilities serve over 5,600 students and 5,000 faculty and staff in a variety of academic, research, administrative, athletic, and residential spaces.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT & CONTROLS (40%)
 Oversee program leads for major capital project initiatives, including Capital Renewal, Classroom Rapid Refresh, and Title IX compliance;
 In collaboration with FO&M, facility occupants, and other Campus Services stakeholders, recommend priority of renovation and renewal projects within the capital program for incorporation into the annual capital budget (based on facility condition assessment data);
 Develop proposals to substantiate program priorities and resulting impact on Dartmouth’s buildings, infrastructure, and capital/operating budgets;
 Establish estimating and cost control procedures to ensure efficient utilization of institutional funds;
 Work with Campus Services Financial Office to ensure appropriate fiscal, procurement, and resource administration within area of responsibility;
 Ensure assigned projects follow Dartmouth’s signature authority policy;
 Collaborate with Senior Director, Project Management Services and AVP-FOM to develop and apply project delivery methods to ensure best value results; contribute to project planning and programming in conjunction with other Campus Services team members;
 Evaluate and track performance parameters; support reporting to administrative, faculty, and trustee committees on status of prospective and active facility renovation and renewal projects; ensure capital program database is kept current while maintaining the five-year capital renewal plan;
 Work with considerable latitude and independence under the general guidance of the Senior Director, Project Management Services; take initiative in anticipating technical issues and problems that will confront the College.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT (20%)
 Be accountable for successful management of capital projects during transition between the planning phase through assignment of a dedicated project manager;
 Keep stakeholders well-informed of project status through regular team meetings and presentation of capital project reports; take leadership role to resolve areas of disagreement between project stakeholders; collaborate and coordinate activities with Directors and Managers within Facilities Operations and Management, including project scope, impact on operations, and technical specifications;
 In collaboration with Associate General Counsel for Facilities and other Campus Services constituents, coordinate submissions to Jurisdictional Authorities for permitting and ensure compliance with appropriate regulations;
 Be accountable for project quality control and cost control; provide budget updates, review proposed change orders, and discuss project issues with Director as needed; coordinate the value engineering process.

STAFF MANAGEMENT (30%)
 Guide and give technical and managerial assistance to subordinate employees in the performance of their duties; collaborate with Senior Director, Project Management Services to ensure parallel personnel administration policies and objectives among staff;
 Serve as a role model, advocate, and mentor to direct reports and staff; create and sustain an environment which fosters teamwork, excellence, respect, accountability, and diversity.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION (10%)
 Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others;
 Participate in division-wide DEI initiatives and training, including promotion of the Seven Principles (Empathy, Fair, Dependable, Inclusive, Considerate, Vulnerability, and Respect);
 Demonstrate willingness to foster a growth mindset in the areas of increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion across the division;
 Collaborate on other DEI-related initiatives within the division and College when appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS:
 Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (engineering or architecture) or related to construction or project management or the equivalent;
 Ten years of direct experience in the planning, design, and management of major capital construction projects, including LEED certified buildings;
 Experience building effective capital programs;
 Documented success meeting budget and schedule targets;
 Experience managing teams, including staff resource allocation and deployment, training/skill development, and regular evaluation.

PREFERRED
 Familiarity with high-performance building, landscape design, construction, and standards;
 Knowledge of utility systems, current energy efficient building systems, and energy conservation best practices;
 Excellent communication skills;
 Conceptual thinking and strong attention to details;
 Ability to work with diverse (and at times opposing) constituencies;
 Familiarity with Town, State, and Federal codes and ordinances;
 Knowledge of OSHA construction safety standards and regulations;
 Ability to develop and maintain project budgets, cash flow projections, and schedules;
 Skill in interpreting architectural and construction contracts.

SENIOR MANAGEMENT :
Patrick O’Hern
Senior Director, Project Management Services

Patrick O’Hern is a seasoned professional known for his expertise in project management. He has a strong educational foundation, including a Civil Engineering degree from Northwestern University and an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management.

Mr. O’Hern’s career journey has been marked by significant roles, including Senior Project Manager roles at Arcadis U.S. and CB Richard Ellis. However, his most impactful contributions have been at Dartmouth College.

Joining as Capital Renewal Program Manager in 2014, O’Hern demonstrated exceptional skills in planning, executing, and managing Dartmouth College’s infrastructure projects. This led him to the position of Director of Project Management Services in 2020, overseeing a range of projects.

In April 2022, O’Hern’s leadership role grew to Senior Director, Project Management Services. His influence continues to drive successful project outcomes at Dartmouth College. Patrick’s journey exemplifies dedication, expertise, and impactful project management.

WHY IS THIS A COMPELLING POSITION?
Dartmouth embraces diverse, energetic, and talented people who are driven to grow and succeed. Influenced by their distinctive New England setting and heritage, Dartmouth embodies a pioneering commitment to “making a difference” in a community whose members work together to create knowledge, connect to the world, and further their sense of identity and direction. Embrace an environment that inspires discovery and encourages collaboration. You will find open spaces, open doors, and open minds.

LOCATION:
Life in the Upper Valley
The scenic Connecticut River divides New Hampshire and Vermont, and a historic bridge links the charming towns of Hanover and Norwich. With the Green Mountains to the west and the White Mountains to the east, you’re surrounded by rugged beauty. Tucked into the scenic valley, museums display everything from old-time machinery to contemporary sculpture to native wildlife.

Arts & Culture
The Upper Valley is brimming with arts and culture, offering easy access to large-scale multifaceted theaters as well as smaller venues and spontaneous pop-ups catering to local talent and smaller audiences.

Outdoor Recreation
With the Appalachian Trail running through campus and the Connecticut River just steps away, outdoor activities are always accessible here. The Dartmouth Outing Club (DOC) is the country’s oldest and largest collegiate outing club, with membership open to all.

Antiques, Vintage, and Consignments
Close to campus are a plethora of shops featuring one-of-a-kind antiques, vintage clothing, or architectural salvage. Volunteer at COVER, offering nonprofit housing repair, and help rebuild lives – literally.

Food & Dining
The Upper Valley has many wonderful restaurants from which to choose: American, Asian, French, Italian, Fusion, Mexican, and more. From elegant to casual, in-town to country, there are plenty of choices to satisfy your cravings and your pocketbook. Plus, local farm stands and markets stock lots of fresh produce and handmade gourmet items.