Higher Education Planner

Cushing Terrell • Boise, ID

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Cushing Terrell is seeking a Higher Education Planning Specialist to assist colleges and universities in managing campus expansion, workforce development, student success programs, capital investments, and facility planning. This role involves collaborating with institutional leaders from the outset of decision-making, providing guidance on campus master planning, strategic facility planning, programming, and long-term development initiatives that will shape the future of higher education in the Intermountain West and other regions served by Cushing Terrell. As a trusted advisor to institutional leaders, you will work with our design teams to transform planning insights into successful projects, while also supporting business development and client relationships within the higher education sector.

Requirements

• 15 years of experience in higher education design, planning, campus development, facilities management, architecture, or institutional leadership
• Strong facilitation, strategic planning, and relationship-building skills
• Understanding of capital planning, campus operations, and higher education trends
• Passion for helping institutions create environments that support student success, workforce development, and long-term growth
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

• Architectural license/registration

Responsibilities

• Lead campus master planning and strategic facility planning initiatives
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement, visioning sessions, and planning workshops
• Advise colleges and universities on capital planning, space utilization, and campus growth strategies
• Conduct campus assessments, educational adequacy studies, and planning analyses
• Support business development and client relationship growth throughout the higher education market
• Collaborate with design teams to translate planning efforts into successful project opportunities
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package
• Work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets
• Company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team
• Annual performance bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed