Project Planner Office of University Architect

Texas A&M University System•College Station, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Planner works under the supervision of the Associate Director for Planning in the Office of the University Architect at Texas A&M University. The role assists with researching and preparing preliminary and final planning documents for campus projects, including new construction, renovations, and additions. Planning work includes examining project scope, siting, schedules, preliminary budgets, and space requirements in coordination with users. The Project Planner develops and monitors Program of Requirements (PoR) documents and processes, provides technical recommendations about user needs, and coordinates meetings, workshops, consultants, and project stakeholders. The position also supports campus interior, furniture, signage, and sustainable design standards; conducts research and analysis; prepares reports, presentations, maps, and graphics; and tracks project compliance and implementation. The role verifies that proposed projects follow TAMU Design Guidelines and Standards and the Campus Master Plan, and participates in schematic design and design development reviews to confirm alignment with project requirements. The position may represent Texas A&M University at agency meetings and support outreach and partnerships with University academic components. This is a security-sensitive position and requires compliance with applicable laws, policies, procedures, and safety requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in architecture or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Six years of experience in project planning, developing Programs of Requirements, space planning, and knowledge of interior finishes.
Knowledge of higher-education planning principles and practices and programmatic or architectural planning.
Experience planning and designing construction projects.
Knowledge of local, state, and national building codes and regulations.
Working experience and ability to operate files in Microsoft Office, Excel, and AutoCAD.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision and take initiative in a fast-paced environment with tight schedules.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present complex planning concepts in written, oral, and graphic form to varied audiences.
Ability to lead and work in teams, multitask, and collaborate with stakeholders, professional colleagues, consultants, and users.
Strong project-management, organizational, and time-management skills, including managing multiple projects and client relationships and prioritizing time and resources.
Ability to comply with applicable state and federal laws, codes, University policies and procedures, and safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in architecture.
Licensed Architect.
Experience with facility types associated with a university or institution of higher education.
Experience in project planning, space planning, and programming.
Experience and ability to work in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and SketchUp.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning renovation and new-construction projects, including project initiation, scope, siting, schedules, and preliminary budgets in coordination with users.
Conduct conceptual space-planning studies for new additions and renovation projects.
Participate in planning campus capital projects and verify compliance with TAMU Design Guidelines and Standards and the Campus Master Plan.
Develop project Program of Requirements (PoR) documents.
Manage and monitor PoR meetings and workshops in collaboration with OUA Associate Directors and Project Managers.
Provide technical recommendations concerning the PoR and user programmatic needs.
Prepare planning data, drawings, maps, and other required information.
Coordinate communication among internal and external project committee members, including users.
Review, track, and process project-planning documentation and ensure programming is completed within the approved schedule.
Coordinate, supervise, and review consultants engaged in programming and planning documents.
Participate in schematic design and design development to ensure alignment with a project's PoR.
Research and analyze information, interpret data, and develop recommendations.
Research Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board construction cost standards for benchmarking similar project types.
Assist with developing and routinely updating campus interior space, furniture, signage, and sustainable design standards or guidelines.
Prepare verbal and written reports, presentations, graphics, maps, and informational handouts.
Gather planning and design data and materials, including current and historical records from departmental files, archives, campus guidelines, and professional or technical publications.
Maintain and produce update reports for campus planning projects and maintain systems for measuring and tracking project compliance and implementation.
Represent TAMU at local, regional, and state agency meetings when necessary.
Prepare and deliver written and oral presentations, and promote outreach and partnerships with University academic components.
Complete applicable training, follow safety requirements, and report accidents or unsafe working conditions.