Planner/Architect

Duke Careers•Durham, NC

1d•$79,456 - $127,090•Onsite

About The Position

As a Planner/Architect at Duke, you will play a critical role in shaping the physical environment of one of the nation's leading research universities. You will collaborate with faculty, staff, administrators, and consultants to translate diverse campus needs into thoughtful space, facility, and campus planning solutions that support Duke's academic, research, and operational missions. As part of the Office of Planning & Design, you will join a multidisciplinary team of professionals with expertise in campus planning, architecture, landscape architecture, space planning, CAD, and GIS. Together, you'll help guide the future of Duke through strategic planning, innovative design, and responsible stewardship of university facilities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Planning, Interior Design, or a closely related field.
Minimum of 4 to 6 years of relevant professional experience in planning, architecture, space planning, or a related discipline.
Four years of progressively responsible experience in project management, including complex projects involving multiple functional groups.

Nice To Haves

Additional training in Project Management coursework or certification in Project Management is desired.
Experience in medical education/publishing, clinical research, or medical product development is desired.
Demonstrated experience with programming, space planning, design, and master planning within a university, institutional, or complex campus environment.
Strong understanding of space utilization metrics, benchmarking methodologies, and planning best practices.
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (including InDesign), Microsoft Office Suite, and related planning and design software.
Strong graphic communication and presentation skills.
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse stakeholder groups.
Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports, presentations, planning studies, and recommendations.
Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize competing demands, and work independently while maintaining a high level of accountability.

Responsibilities

Partner with campus departments, user groups, and university leadership to understand facility and space needs and translate them into planning solutions.
Develop space programs, test fits, conceptual plans, and layouts for academic, administrative, and support functions both on and off campus.
Design and distribute surveys, questionnaires, and data-gathering tools to collect planning and space utilization information.
Analyze space utilization data and apply industry best practices and planning metrics to support informed decision-making.
Utilize knowledge of building, accessibility, and regulatory requirements when developing planning concepts and space studies.
Ensure proposed projects align with Duke University's Master Plan and long-term campus development objectives.
Support planning committees, working groups, and stakeholder teams by providing planning expertise and recommendations.
Stay informed on emerging trends, innovative planning practices, higher education pedagogy, and workplace strategies.
Evaluate existing campus space and planning conditions and recommend solutions that support strategic and facilities planning initiatives.
Conduct comprehensive space utilization studies and assessments for university clients.
Assist with the selection and coordination of planning, design, and architectural consultants.
Collaborate with project stakeholders to develop preliminary project budgets and implementation schedules.
Prepare presentations, reports, graphics, and planning documentation to communicate recommendations and outcomes.
Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.