Head of Space Planning & Campus Strategy

University of Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Tuition remission

Job summary

The University of Miami/UHealth seeks a Director of Space Planning to lead a comprehensive space management strategy across the medical campus. You will supervise space planners and analysts, driving data-driven decisions for space utilization and capital planning.

Responsibilities include coordinating with Facilities, Real Estate, and Capital Planning, setting space standards, and ensuring accurate space inventories and reporting. A strong healthcare facilities background is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Facilities Management or related field.
• Master’s degree or MBA strongly preferred.
• 7+ years in space/facilities planning within healthcare or academic settings.
• Knowledge of business and management principles.
• Ability to direct, manage, and evaluate department operations.
• Strong understanding of healthcare space requirements and codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of a comprehensive space management strategy.
• Provide data-driven space utilization analysis and forecasting.
• Establish space standards for clinical, research, education, and admin spaces.
• Collaborate with Facilities, Real Estate and Capital Planning teams.
• Support master planning and capital projects with space input.
• Oversee space inventory databases, floor plans, and reports.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Space utilization analysis

Space management software

Analytical skills

Governance & compliance

Education

Bachelor's in Architecture/Urban Planning/Facilities Mgmt

Master's degree or MBA preferred

Tools

FAMIS

AutoCAD

Revit

GIS

Job description

The University of Miami/UHealth seeks a Director of Space Planning to lead a comprehensive space management strategy across the medical campus. You will supervise space planners and analysts, driving data-driven decisions for space utilization and capital planning.

Responsibilities include coordinating with Facilities, Real Estate, and Capital Planning, setting space standards, and ensuring accurate space inventories and reporting. A strong healthcare facilities background is required.