Welcome to the VP Finance & Operations portfolio
The nine divisions of the VPFO are responsible for the stewardship of UBC’s physical and financial assets, as well as safety and risk management for our university community.
We oversee a $3.98 billion budget, a $3.38 billion endowment, and all facilities on both campuses, as well as managing the university’s relationships with UBC Investment Management and UBC Properties Trust. In all the portfolio’s responsibilities, we are committed to the values of innovation, unity and accountability.
VPFO Strategic Plan 2024–2027
Having a strategic plan gives us a clear path, keeping everyone on the same page. Learn more about where we’re going next and how we plan to get there.
News from the VPFO
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Read more: New contracts available for Executive Search and Recruitment
New contracts available for Executive Search and Recruitment
The agreements for procurement of Executive Level Search and Recruitment Services with these approved providers will ensure simplified procurement process, access to a prequalified vendor pool of experienced and highly recognized executive search firms in BC, best value, and commitment…
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Read more: Changes to UBC Service Levy
Changes to UBC Service Levy
The UBC services levy is used to run the community centres, athletic and cultural facilities, and to maintain public spaces and infrastructure within UBC neighbourhoods. The Services Levy Notices issued in 2022 will be due on August 8, 2022. Read…
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Read more: Vancouver will continue to see warmer than average temperatures
Vancouver will continue to see warmer than average temperatures
Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for Metro Vancouver for the rest of today June 27, 2022 with inland temperatures reaching 34 degrees. Given the current high temperatures, we wanted to provide some resources and information to help you…
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Read more: Driving safely on campus
Driving safely on campus
Driving safely on and around UBC campuses is essential. To help, we have put together some basic safety guidelines to ensure a safe campus, and remember, the pedestrian always has the right of way.
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Read more: Pedestrian safety on campus
Pedestrian safety on campus
Safety practices for walking are just as important as those for riding on a bus or in a car. Click through for some simple road safety guidelines to prevent pedestrian injuries.
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Charles Creelman returns to Building Operations within Facilities as Project Coordinator, Electrical Technical Support
Charles Creelman returns to Building Operations within Facilities as Project Coordinator, Electrical Technical Support
Charles is returning to Building Operations from Energy & Water Services (EWS) where he was involved with the planning, design and overview of all short and long-range campus electrical utility systems, including the current UBC Main Substation switchgear replacement project.
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Read more: Pamela Troyer joins Project Services within Infrastructure Development as Project Manager
Pamela Troyer joins Project Services within Infrastructure Development as Project Manager
Pamela joins UBC from Proscenium Architecture & Interiors, where she was involved in the Macleod Building Renewal project. In her new role, Pamela will manage projects for the renewal of university facilities, and engage with stakeholders to guide them through…
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Read more: Rachael Donovan joins Facilities as Reuse Initiative Coordinator
Rachael Donovan joins Facilities as Reuse Initiative Coordinator
Rachel has a background in sustainability, energy management, waste reduction, and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting. She will be taking on tasks related to managing and reporting on the Furniture Reuse Initiative and the Green Labs Program, as well…
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Read more: Sean Zheng stepping into new role as Sub-Head in Stores, Municipal Services within UBC Facilities
Sean Zheng stepping into new role as Sub-Head in Stores, Municipal Services within UBC Facilities
Sean joined UBC in 2019 as a Project Clerk in Infrastructure Development. Since then, he has developed strong relationships and provided key technical capabilities to his team during his time as a Stores Operator, as well as completed his Lean…
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Read more: Pauline Li stepping into a new role in UBC Okanagan’s Infrastructure Development as Building Records Manager
Pauline Li stepping into a new role in UBC Okanagan’s Infrastructure Development as Building Records Manager
In her new role, Pauline will be responsible for records management, facility planning, as well as management of document and drawing repositories to ensure accurate records of all are maintained and consistently represented across multiple systems and depositories.