Project Planner Office of University Architect

Texas A&M•College Station, TX

2d•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 position assists with researching and preparing preliminary and final project-planning documents for campus projects, including planning new construction and renovations. Work includes studying project scope, siting, schedules, preliminary budgets, and space-planning needs in coordination with users. The role supports the Program of Requirements (PoR) process, develops project PoRs, and helps ensure proposed campus projects comply with TAMU Design Guidelines and Standards and the Campus Master Plan. It also contributes to campus interior space, furniture, signage, and sustainable-design standards; conducts research and analysis; prepares planning data, maps, reports, and presentation materials; and coordinates with users, consultants, project teams, and other stakeholders. The position may represent TAMU at agency meetings and deliver presentations to university constituents and other audiences.

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, development of Programs of Requirements, space planning, and knowledge of interior finishes.
Knowledge of principles and practices of higher-education planning and programmatic/architectural planning.
Experience in 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 function in a fast-paced environment while meeting 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 work cooperatively with others.
Strong project-management and organizational skills.
Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, professional colleagues, consultants, and users in a team environment.
Demonstrated time-management skills and ability to manage multiple planning projects and client relationships and prioritize time and resources.
Compliance with applicable laws, codes, university and system policies, regulations, rules, procedures, and safety requirements.
Applicants are subject to a criminal-history investigation; employment is contingent on verification of credentials and other required information.

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 budget studies in coordination with users.
Conduct conceptual space-planning studies for new additions and renovation projects.
Participate in planning proposed campus capital projects and verify compliance with TAMU Design Guidelines and Standards and the Campus Master Plan.
Develop project Programs of Requirements (PoRs).
Manage and monitor PoR meetings and workshops in collaboration with OUA Associate Directors and Project Managers.
Provide technical recommendations regarding PoRs and user programmatic needs.
Prepare data, drawings, maps, and other planning information as required.
Coordinate communication among internal and external project committee members, including users, during programming.
Review, track, and process project-planning documentation and ensure programming is completed within the approved schedule.
Coordinate, supervise, and review consultants engaged in developing programming and planning documents.
Participate in schematic design and design development to help ensure compliance with a project's PoR.
Research and analyze information, interpret data, and develop recommendations, including research on THECB construction-cost standards for benchmarking.
Assist in developing and routinely updating campus interior space, furniture, signage, and sustainable-design standards or guidelines.
Prepare verbal and written reports, presentation materials, graphics, maps, and informational handouts.
Gather planning and design data and materials 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 present written and oral presentations to varied audiences, independently or with a supervisor, and promote outreach and partnerships with university academic components.
Perform duties safely, report accidents and unsafe conditions, and complete applicable required training.