We are pleased to share the exciting news that Aaron Mogerman has been appointed as Director of Infrastructure Development at UBC Okanagan effective May 6, 2024. Aaron is returning to this role after taking some time to pursue other professional opportunities over the last couple of years. With over a decade of experience at UBC and more than 20 years in his professional career his expertise is will be a great asset to our team. Aaron will be taking over from Natalie Walliser who recently was appointed to the Director of Facilities Planning at UBC’s Vancouver Campus.
Aaron will be leading and managing the Infrastructure Development team for of the campus. This includes overseeing the planning, design, construction, renewal and renovation of all campus facilities and physical infrastructure, encompassing administrative and academic institutional facilities, Student Housing and Athletics.
Working closely with the entire UBC Okanagan’s internal community and many external partners, Aaron and his team are dedicated to creating exceptional spaces for teaching, learning, living, conducting cutting-edge research and fostering a thriving campus community. He will also support the UBC Okanagan campus’ Capital Plan, aligned with the broader UBC Plan developed by UBC Infrastructure Development.
As part of our local operations leadership team, Aaron will collaborate closely with Ben Johnson, Director of Campus Planning, Shelley Kayfish, Director of Campus Operations and Risk Management, and many colleagues from UBC Vancouver and UBC Properties Trust. Together, we are confident that they will continue to address the current and future needs of the campus community effectively.
Please join us in extending a warm welcome back to Aaron as he returns to this important role. We look forward to the valuable contributions and positive impact he will make at UBCO, and wish Natalie well in Vancouver.
Robert Einarson B.Comm. (Hons), CPA, CA, CIA (he/him/his)
Associate Vice-President | Finance and Operations
The University of British Columbia | Okanagan Campus
Syilx Okanagan Nation Territory
Phone 250 807 8559 | Mobile 250 317 9708
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John Metras P.Eng., MBA (he/him/his)
Associate Vice-President | Facilities | VP Finance & Operations (VPFO) Portfolio
The University of British Columbia | Vancouver Campus
xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Territory
Phone 604 822 4311 | Mobile 604 908 9468