Architectural Planner II - Enterprise Physical Operations

Washington University in St. Louis; United States; On-site; USD 84,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Facilities Planning Specialist to support strategic space planning for university projects.

You will analyze productivity, develop estimates, and guide transitions from planning to project execution, ensuring alignment with campus needs. You will consult with WashU Medicine departments and other business units, prepare presentations, and assist in RFQs or contracting efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Work Experience: Physical Planning (8 Years)

Responsibilities

• Support strategic efforts by delivering detailed analyses of project productivity and efficiency, as well as long-term estimates.
• Conduct a needs assessment and propose efficiency solutions.
• Support and lead project management initiatives, and ensure the effective transition of space-planning efforts into project implementation, supporting a successful project workflow.
• Provide development of detailed conceptual planning, programming, and estimating, as well as project transition (transition from planning to projects).
• Participate in planning and support the development of information for presentations and negotiations with business units.

Skills

Physical Planning (8 Years)

Project Scheduling

Cross-Department Coordination

Detail-Oriented

Leadership

Microsoft Excel

Urban Planning

Oral Communications

Written Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel Databases

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: St. Louis, MO 63110

Scheduled Hours: 40

Position Summary

Plans, analyzes, estimates, and completes conceptual and detailed work products in support of the strategic efforts for facilities projects, ensuring efficiency within the designated budget. Serves as an ambassador of Enterprise Physical Operations. Consults and communicates with WashU Medicine departments regarding planning and project advancement.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Support strategic efforts by delivering detailed analyses of project productivity and efficiency, as well as long-term estimates.
• Conduct a needs assessment and propose efficiency solutions.
• Support and lead project management initiatives, and ensure the effective transition of space-planning efforts into project implementation, supporting a successful project workflow.
• Provide development of detailed conceptual planning, programming, and estimating, as well as project transition (transition from planning to projects).
• Participate in planning and support the development of information for presentations and negotiations with business units.
• Remain consistent and aligned with WUSM Senior Administration directives and plans. This includes plans to maximize space use and productivity to meet WashU Research, Teaching, and Clinical needs.
• Participate in supporting complex scheduling planning projects, monitor work in progress, and complete all documentation related to these efforts utilizing assigned technology, tools, processes, and templates.
• Consult with departments to qualify and quantify planning details.
• Serve as an ambassador of the department by promoting a positive image through courtesy, professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Assist in the scope development for the planning group and may include participation in RFQs or services, as well as for assigned studies and/or planning projects.
• May participate and support the ongoing initiatives for negotiations and contracting.
• Estimate project cost, evaluate proposed modifications and changes as planning evolves, offering recommendations and solutions for efficiency and favorability in expenditures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions: Normal office environment.

Physical Effort: Typically sitting at a desk or table. Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement. Periods of time spent physically moving through departmental space.

Equipment: Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
• Work Experience: Physical Planning (8 Years)
• Skills: Not Applicable
• Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Certifications/Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
• Work Experience: University Or Medical School In A Facilities Organization (10 Years)
• Skills: Architecture (Buildings and Structures), Civil Engineering, Clinical Development Plan, Cross-Team Coordination, Customer Service, Detail-Oriented, Electrical Engineering, Excel Databases, Fast-Paced Environments, Interdepartmental Coordination, Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Mechanical Engineering, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Oral Communications, Organizational Commitment, Professional Integrity, Project Schedule Management, Strive for Excellence, Task Management, Teamwork, Urban Planning, Working Independently, Written Communication
• Grade G15 Salary Range $84,200.00 - $148,500.00 / Annually

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Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal: Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness: Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family: We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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