Danny Carpenter
Executive Director of Planning & Capital Projects @Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
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WORK HISTORY
Executive Director of Planning & Capital Projects @Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Salisbury, NC, US
Lead the College’s Planning & Capital Projects Department, overseeing capital construction, master planning, and multi-campus space strategy aligned with institutional growth.Serve as Capital Projects Coordinator to the State Construction Office and NC Community College System, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and funding priorities.Chair the College\'s Space Committee, leading cross-functional efforts in space planning, allocation, and utilization across all campuses.Developed and implemented a capital project tracking program to enhance transparency and collaboration across departments.Serve as Budget Manager for the College Environment Division, managing capital and operational budgets with a focus on resource optimization and future-readiness.Drive long-range strategic planning efforts for physical environments that support evolving academic and workforce programs.
EDUCATION
Gardner-Webb University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
New River Community College
Associate of Applied Sciences (A.A.S.)
SKILLS
ABOUT DANNY CARPENTER
Innovative and strategic facilities executive with over 25 years of experience leading operations, construction, and long-range planning across both corporate and higher education environments. My background spans every major area of facility management—operations, maintenance, capital construction, space planning, budget leadership, FF & E development, and system implementation (IWMS/CAFM)—with a consistent focus on creating environments that support people, programs, and long-term institutional growth.At Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, I lead the Planning & Capital Projects department, overseeing multi-campus development strategy, space utilization, and capital development in partnership with state and system leaders. I bring a steady, practical approach to complex challenges—balancing vision with execution, systems thinking with stakeholder needs.Known for collaborative leadership, strategic clarity, and process improvement, I develop and lead high-performing, cross-functional teams that deliver results. I take pride in building smart, service-focused environments that not only function well—but empower the people who use them.
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