Manager, Space Planning

Lone Star College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 63,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Lone Star College in Houston, TX, seeks a Manager of Space Planning to manage the college's space inventory and utilization data for strategic moves and renovations.

The role involves ensuring compliance with reporting standards, collaborating across academic and administrative units, and delivering data-driven insights to optimize campus facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in architectural or interior design.

Responsibilities

• Creates, maintains and updates the college's space inventory database, including floor plans, room classifications, departmental assignments, and usage types.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal reporting requirements (e.g., THECB, IPEDS, FICM standards), as well organizational policies.
• Collaborates with academic and administrative units to validate space data and support planning initiatives.
• Analyzes space utilization trends and provides recommendations for efficient use of facilities.
• Generates space metrics reports and dashboards for internal stakeholders and external agencies.
• Supports capital planning, renovation, and relocation projects with accurate space data.
• Coordinates space audits and lead continuous improvement of space data accuracy.
• Serves as the primary liaison for space data requests and reporting.

Skills

Space planning

Analytical skills

Data visualization

Project management

Collaboration

CAD software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Architecture/design experience

Tools

CAD software

Space planning tools

Job description

Commitment to Mission This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Commitment to Mission This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Foster Belonging
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For®" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-System Office, University Park

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Lone Star College-System Office employees are based at one of two System Office locations; The Woodlands and University Park. Both are the site for multiple administrative departments and system-wide training programs.

Location address is 20515 SH 249 (SH 249 and Louetta Road) Houston, Texas 77070-2607.

Job Description

Purpose and Scope The Manager, Space Planning is responsible for managing the college's space inventory and utilization data to support strategic planning for moves and renovations, managing space allocation data, creating floor plans and ensuring compliance with regulations. This role ensures accurate documentation of all campus spaces, collaborates with academic and administrative departments, and provides data-driven insights to optimize the use of physical assets in alignment with institutional goals.

Essential Job Functions

• Creates, maintains and updates the college's space inventory database, including, floor plans, room classifications, departmental assignments, and usage types
• Ensures compliance with state and federal reporting requirements (e.g., THECB, IPEDS, FICM standards), as well organizational policies
• Collaborates with academic and administrative units to validate space data and support planning initiatives
• Analyzes space utilization trends and provides recommendations for efficient use of facilities
• Generates space metrics reports and dashboards for internal stakeholders and external agencies
• Supports capital planning, renovation, and relocation projects with accurate space data
• Coordinates space audits and lead continuous improvement of space data accuracy
• Serves as the primary liaison for space data requests and reporting
• May be responsible for leading and supervising a team engaged in space planning projects
• Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Understanding of space planning and utilization principles in a higher education context
• Familiarity with academic and administrative space needs and scheduling practices
• Ensure compliance with fire, life, and safety guidelines
• Knowledge of reporting standards for space data in colleges and universities
• Proficiency in computer-aided design software and other space planning tools
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and administrators
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with attention to detail
• Ability to interpret and apply institutional policies and space standards
• Strong analytical skills and experience with data visualization tools
• Strong skills in managing projects from conception to completion, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk mitigation is preferred

Physical Abilities

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

Work Schedule And Conditions

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience in architectural or interior design

Salary

Hiring salary range is: $63,014 - $72,466

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

Your Resume Should Provide a Complete Picture Of Your Work Experience. The Resume Should Include The Following Information For Each Position Listed

• Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
• If the position was full time or part time
• If the position was paid or unpaid
• Level of degree completed including date earned.
• Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.