Campus Planner

Universities of Wisconsin • Madison, WI

5d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Campus Planner will provide expertise in project planning and modification of physical environments associated with the UW-Madison institution for Campus Planning and Landscape Architecture (CPLA) in the Division of Facilities Planning and Management (FP&M) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of CPLA. Campus Planning & Landscape Architecture leads the development and implementation of the Campus Framework Plan, School/College/Division unit Facilities Framework Plans and individual project Pre-Design initiatives. CPLA guides campus development in a way that gives physical form to the University’s mission, vision, and programs through the effective use of human, environmental, and financial resources. The Campus Planner will assist in a broad array of projects focused around both campus and project planning, including assistance with the Campus Frame Plan. The Campus Planner will provide capital project support including programming, proposed facilities diagrams, development of best practices and design guidelines, leading the pre-design project process and coordinating with project Architect/Engineer teams. Additional campus specific support will require the coordination and development of site based policies and strategies, supporting CPLA initiatives. Duties and responsibilities will include coordinated team efforts with staff in the offices of Physical Plant, Transportation Services, Space Management, Real Estate Development & Administration, and Strategic & Capital Project Delivery.

Requirements

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in architecture, urban design, architectural engineering, or related field
• Effective oral and written communication skills, including technical writing, site planning, diagramming, and report compilation
• Ability to prioritize workload and meet deadlines
• Experience with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, Sketchup, and Adobe Suite
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills to resolve complex problems
• Commitment to provide high quality customer service
• Bachelor's Degree with a focus in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Urban Design, or other related facilities planning and design fields
• Eligibility to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience in planning and management of higher education facility projects
• Licensed Architect with State of Wisconsin; fulfills all requirement as an Architect as outlined by the Sate of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and develops individual project programming goals of the stakeholder and campus
• Manages and directs operational functions and planning of one or multiple facilities or projects to foster innovative solutions
• Assists with the development, execution, and utilization of strategic planning analysis to determine long term needs and develop sustainable solutions
• Serves as the unit liaison to internal and external stakeholder groups providing organizational information to ensure timely and safe transitioning of major construction or remodeling projects
• Reviews, evaluates, approves, and provides recommendations for facility improvements, space assignments, and proposals utilizing best practices and established policies and procedures
• Schedules logistics and secures resources to resolve facility issues, recommending alternatives where necessary
• Assists with developing operating policies and procedures to comply with regulations, best practices, and unit objectives
• Develops planning initiatives through engagement process assistance, conceptual alternative development, and graphic analysis and presentation

Benefits

• Generous paid time off
• Competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance
• Tax-advantaged savings accounts
• Participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level