Housing Capital Strategist

Key responsibilities include: Coordinate construction and capital projects, uphold housing standards and track scope, schedules, risks and dependencies. Analyze workflows and performance data to identify gaps, improve operations and guide implementation. Manage centralized intake, prioritization and tracking for operational initiatives. Anticipate project impacts on residents, staff and campus partners, and coordinate plans to minimize disruption. Connect partners, facilitate meetings and ensure timely follow-through. Prepare executive summaries, dashboards and reports, and advance initiatives on behalf of the assistant vice president within established authority.

What success looks like: Projects have clear ownership, milestones and risk management plans. Leaders receive reliable information, workflows improve and partners experience proactive communication throughout construction and operational changes.

Perks: Competitive salary Some of the best benefits you can find! 15 paid vacation days 15 paid sick days 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday) An engaging and collaborative environment. Learn more about working at USC Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience: Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials: PMP Certification or able to attain within 6 months of hire.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of mission, programs, and objectives. Knowledge of project management principles and methodologies. Ability to assign appropriate priorities to work activities based on organizational goals and situational pressures. Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion to meet schedules and deadlines. Ability to conceptualize needed change and to initiate appropriate activities to move from concepts to implementation. Ability to interpret and apply rules and regulations. Ability to manage work and provide guidance to employees. Ability to make presentations and prepare reports.

Job Duties: Job Duty - Operational Analysis & Continuous Improvement: Conduct comprehensive analysis of Housing workflows, systems, and performance metrics to assess efficiency, effectiveness, and risk. Essential Function - Yes Percentage of Time - 25 Job Duty - Construction Project Oversight (Housing): Provide oversight and coordination of Housing construction and capital projects. Essential Function - Yes Percentage of Time - 25 Job Duty - Centralized Coordination & Intake: Establish and manage centralized intake and tracking for Housing operational initiatives and changes. Essential Function - Yes Percentage of Time - 15 Job Duty - Stakeholder Coordination & Communication: Serve as a primary coordination point among internal departments and external partners. Essential Function - Yes Percentage of Time - 15 Job Duty - Decision Support & Reporting: Utilize reporting tools and data analysis techniques to monitor performance and support strategic decision-making. Essential Function - Yes Percentage of Time - 10 Job Duty - Leadership Support & Delegated Authority: Act on behalf of the AVP, making operational decisions within established authority. Essential Function - Yes Percentage of Time - 5 Job Duty - Change Management & Impact Planning: Assess and plan for the people impact of operational changes, including staff, residents, and stakeholders. Essential Function - Yes Percentage of Time - 5 Position Attributes: Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive - No Hazardous weather category - Essential Posting Detail Information: Number of Vacancies - 1 Desired Start Date - 12/01/2026 Job Open Date - 10/27/2026 Job Close Date - 11/15/2026 Open Until Filled - No The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to: Health and Life Insurance, Retirement Programs, Paid Tuition, Dependent Scholarships, Annual Leave, Sick Leave, 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday), Paid Parental Leave, Professional Development Opportunities. Click here to learn more about why you should work at USC.

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