Senior Campus Planning & Design Strategist

Tufts University; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts University is seeking a Senior Campus Planner to provide technical planning expertise for a wide range of capital projects across the university. You will meet with campus constituents to understand needs and advocate for functional, achievable solutions, reporting to the Senior Director of Planning & Design in the Operations Division.

Responsibilities include pre-project planning, space utilization analysis, and collaboration with stakeholders to develop scalable planning solutions for

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience typically acquired by: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or Planning
• 10 plus years of experience in the field of architecture or campus planning; knowledge of the principles and practices of campus planning in specific areas such as space programming, master planning, land use suitability, site analysis, sustainability and urban design
• Strong verbal, written, and graphic communication skills with the ability to understand and discuss specific learning, research, and clinical programs with members of the University community.
• Proven ability to negotiate and balance expectations and priorities of demanding constituencies while being mindful of the University's priorities.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple relationships, and to work effectively as a member of a project team.
• Highly professional and able to collaborate diplomatically with colleagues across the University
• Proficiency with Autodesk products, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Knowledge of local building codes, MAAB & ADA Accessibility Guidelines, zoning ordinances, and related regulations. Technical knowledge of campus infrastructure and building systems.
• An ability and commitment to work effectively in a culturally diverse and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop planning solutions that demonstrate knowledge in the principles and practices of planning, design and construction, particularly in regard to university space typology (learning environments, student spaces, athletic facilities, office spaces, etc).
• Provide professional support for University and School planning activities in matters related to the physical development of the campus, including campus master planning, space, building and site programming, strategic facilities planning, and project development and management in support of the academic mission.
• Responsible for pre-project planning including program development, test fits, application of space allocation metrics, preliminary cost estimates, and identifying initial code and zoning requirements, schedule, enabling constraints, and campus impact.
• Leads advanced space utilization analysis, including forecasting future space needs, developing optimization scenarios, and producing data-driven reports and recommendations.
• Summarize spatial and budget data, draw conclusions and inferences, and prepare reports and/or presentations in graphic and tabular formats to aid the decision making of School and University leadership. Translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Lead strategic planning initiatives with various stakeholders to develop innovative and flexible planning solutions at multiple scales (campus, building, space). Develop project scopes; prepare RFQs/RFPs; participate in selection of planning, architectural, & engineering firms.
• Provide support with design development, equipment/furniture planning, move planning, finish selection and other services that may be needed for the implementation of Capital projects.
• Collaborate with colleagues in Operations to create and maintain University’s design standards, guidelines, and policies. Provides technical direction and guidance to colleagues, campus stakeholders, and consultants.
• Assist in the development of the University’s’ ten-year capital plan.
• Coordinate with Tufts Government and Community Relations and Schools on outreach to the municipalities

Skills

Space planning

Data analysis

Project collaboration

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or Planning

10+ years of experience in architecture or campus planning

Tools

Autodesk products

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

PowerBI

Job description

Tufts University is seeking a Senior Campus Planner to provide technical planning expertise for a wide range of capital projects across the university. You will meet with campus constituents to understand needs and advocate for functional, achievable solutions, reporting to the Senior Director of Planning & Design in the Operations Division.

Responsibilities include pre-project planning, space utilization analysis, and collaboration with stakeholders to develop scalable planning solutions for