Facilities Planner III

Cherokee Federal•New Orleans, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Cherokee Federal is seeking an experienced Facilities Planner III to provide advisory and assistance services to the Marine Forces Reserve (MARFORRES) Facilities Directorate in support of Military Construction (MILCON) projects. The role gathers and analyzes Project Readiness Index 0 (PRI-0) data, develops draft planning documentation, and provides technical recommendations for Government consideration. The planner assists Government personnel in documenting mission needs, facility deficiencies, proposed project scopes, and justifications. Government officials retain responsibility for validating requirements, approving documentation, establishing priorities, making funding decisions, directing Government contracts, and accepting completed work. The position is based in New Orleans, Louisiana, reports to the Program Manager, is exempt, and has no supervisory or management authority. The role requires U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residency with supporting documentation, as well as an active Secret clearance. Travel is approximately 50%. Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment and involves prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer, with occasional standing or moving about the office for extended periods.

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to develop draft PRI-0 packages, DD Form 1391 narratives, and supporting analyses with minimal supervision for Government review, validation, and approval.
Ability to interpret facility records, planning criteria, drawings, and cost information; identify incomplete or inconsistent data; and coordinate resolution with technical specialists and Government stakeholders.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
Ability to carry out support tasks related to facilities operations.
Must pass Cherokee Federal pre-employment qualifications.
Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident and provide documentation to qualify; the basic qualifications also state that applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Must have an active Secret clearance.
Travel required, approximately 50%.
Able to perform work involving prolonged periods sitting at a desk and using a computer, with occasional standing or moving around the office for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, planning, construction management, or a related discipline.
3–5 years of experience working with U.S. Government construction agencies such as NAVFAC or USACE is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Gather, organize, and analyze source data supporting PRI-0 development, including mission requirements, facility conditions, space utilization, personnel and equipment needs, and operational constraints.
Develop draft PRI-0 packages and initial DD Form 1391 documentation for Government review, validation, and approval, including proposed scope, project justification, existing deficiencies, and potential impacts if the project is not provided.
Prepare draft Basic Facility Requirements (BFRs) and support space analyses.
Identify data gaps, inconsistencies, and assumptions for resolution by appropriate Government representatives.
Assist Government personnel in coordinating with supported units, NAVFAC, USACE, and technical specialists to gather site information, preliminary cost inputs, schedules, and supporting assessments.
Analyze preliminary siting, utility, environmental, real property, access, and operational constraints.
Document findings and recommend additional studies or actions for Government consideration.
Review draft planning packages for completeness, consistency, and traceability.
Track outstanding information and review comments, and prepare briefings to inform Government prioritization and programming decisions.
Participate in planning meetings, design charrettes, site visits, and project reviews in an advisory capacity.
Assist in developing proposed construction phasing and swing-space plans.
Analyze potential operational impacts and recommend measures for Government consideration.
Track project milestones, cost and schedule information, funding needs, and potential risks.
Prepare draft status reports and identify matters requiring Government action.
Provide administrative and technical support for project meetings, site visits, and Requests for Information by tracking correspondence, compiling technical input, and preparing draft responses for Government review and issuance.
Collect and organize closeout documentation and warranty information, identify missing records, and assist the Closeout Team in maintaining Government-designated project files.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.