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The Senior Vice President (SVP), Campus Operations & Infrastructure is a key executive leader responsible for the strategic oversight and operational excellence of facilities operations, capital construction, real estate, public safety, emergency management, food services, parking, employee services and operational business affairs. This role ensures the organization’s physical infrastructure, safety programs, and operational services effectively support mission delivery, growth, and long-term sustainability. Reporting to the EVP, Chief Operating Officer & Chief Transformation Officer, the SVP partners across departments to align infrastructure investments, safety strategies, and operational resources with organizational priorities, regulatory requirements, and financial goals. Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
Job Responsibility
Develop and execute a comprehensive operations and infrastructure strategy aligned with organizational mission, growth, and financial objectives
Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on facilities, capital planning, risk management, and operational performance
Lead long-range planning for campus or enterprise infrastructure, including space utilization, sustainability, and resilience
Oversee all facilities management functions, including maintenance, engineering, utilities, and environmental services
Direct planning, design, and execution of capital construction and renovation projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget
Establish standards for operational efficiency, preventive maintenance, and asset lifecycle management
Lead real estate strategy, including acquisitions, leasing, portfolio optimization, and disposition
Oversee space planning and allocation to support evolving organizational needs and workforce models
Ensure effective stewardship of physical assets to maximize value and utilization
Provide executive oversight of public safety operations, including security, access control, investigations, and threat assessment
Lead enterprise-wide emergency management and business continuity programs, ensuring preparedness, response, and recovery capabilities
Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, accreditation standards, and risk mitigation practices
Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and business operations for all areas within scope
Drive operational efficiencies, cost management, and resource optimization across departments
Establish performance metrics and reporting frameworks to monitor service delivery and outcomes
Oversee dining operations throughout DFCI and the DFCI regional network
Manage parking services for employees
Manage General Services for employees
Build and lead high-performing, multidisciplinary teams across facilities, safety, and operations functions
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, service excellence, and continuous improvement
Develop leadership talent and succession planning within the organization
Requirements
Bachelors Required, MBA, MPA or related field preferred
12–15+ years of progressive leadership experience in facilities, operations, infrastructure, or related areas, with significant executive-level responsibility
Demonstrated success overseeing complex capital programs, real estate portfolios, and safety/emergency management functions
Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, capital planning, and cost optimization
Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Experience in highly regulated environments (e.g., healthcare, research, higher education, or corporate campuses) preferred
Nice to have
Experience in highly regulated environments (e.g., healthcare, research, higher education, or corporate campuses) preferred