Director of Capital Projects

The Director of Capital Projects leads the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Capital Projects team, overseeing the management and delivery of all capital projects exceeding $600,000. The team is comprised of project managers, project coordinators, and construction field representatives who drive consistent, high-quality project execution across a diverse and complex portfolio.

This role provides strategic and operational leadership across the full project lifecycle, working closely with campus leaders, stakeholders, and external partners. The Director not only ensures successful project delivery, but also shapes capital delivery practices, drives process improvements, and strengthens performance across the program.

What sets this role apart is its scope and influence: the opportunity to lead a high-performing team, directly impact a major research university’s built environment, and advance how capital projects are delivered at scale in a dynamic and complex research university setting.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of eight (8) years’ professional experience in the design and construction industry
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience directly supervising personnel
• Experience fostering skill development across a team of professionals and creating an inclusive work environment
• Demonstrated commitment to provide a high level of customer service

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification
• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification
• PMI-CP Construction Professional
• Licensed Architect or Professional Engineer as outlined by State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
• OSHA 30 Certification

Compensation: $150,000 annual salary minimum

Salary is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. A summary of benefits is available for Limited Appointees online here.

Apply: You may review the full job posting and apply online here. The application deadline is July 15, 2026, at 11:59 pm CDT.