About Us
The role of the Infrastructure Branch is to ensure the campuses and physical facilities of the University continue to develop, adapt and improve in a complex, competitive and changing higher education environment.
The Branch provides technical expertise, planning and services to support staff and students on the University’s three main campuses. The Branch also manages the University’s significant property portfolio (leased and owned) of approximately 516,521m2 across more than 500 buildings.
"The Infrastructure Branch works to support the University's learning, teaching and research activities."Virginia Deegan, Executive Director, Infrastructure
Capital Projects & Facilities Management
We are responsible for the procurement of a wide variety of projects ranging from multi-million dollar major constructions to small redevelopment and refurbishment works. Capital Projects & Facilities Management manage construction projects from inception through to completion, with the provision of services.
Estate Planning & Investment
We are responsible for leading the development of the strategic approach to the management, planning and investment in the University’s extensive and diverse property portfolio.
Infrastructure Strategy & Support Services
We are responsible for leading and managing business analysis and process improvement for the Infrastructure Branch including managing the facilities management systems strategy, communications and relationship management with faculties, divisions and external parties, and governance and reporting.
Strategy
Our work is informed by a range of Plans and Strategies that guide the University in its approach to addressing future facility and infrastructure requirements, to best support the University's strategic plan, Future Making and optimise the return on infrastructure investment.
The University of Adelaide’s Facilities Investment Plan 2019 – 2028 (The Plan) guides the University in its investment approach to address future facility and infrastructure requirements.
The Public Realm Strategy underpins the creation of a reinvigorated, welcoming campus that engages students, staff and the wider community.
The Sustainability Strategy will advance climate change adaptation on campus and guide investment in resource efficiency, low-carbon technologies, renewable energy and waste minimisation activities.
The Learning and Teaching Spaces Transformation Vision 2030 (LTSTV) provides the University of Adelaide with a roadmap for the coming decade to create the spaces it needs to deliver the engaging, innovative and future-facing educational experience it aspires to for its students.