Senior Space Planning Lead – Data-Driven Higher Ed

SmithGroup; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Hybrid work environment

3 weeks PTO in first year

8 paid federal holidays

Wellbeing resources

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Career coaching

Job summary

SmithGroup's Phoenix office is seeking a Senior Space Planner to lead research-driven planning solutions for higher education and other sectors. You will manage multi-disciplinary projects, collaborate with data analysts to build space models, and present findings to clients and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in space planning, a professional degree in a related field, and strong leadership in client relations and project delivery.

Qualifications

• A professional degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Data Science or related fields.
• Minimum 10+ years related experience preferred.
• Experience with higher education planning, space management, and/or institutional research.
• Proficient understanding of space types and space planning practices in higher education at both building and campus levels.
• Knowledge of data-based information and analytics; familiarity with data visualization software is preferred.
• Demonstrated thought leadership through written publications and conference presentations.
• Confidence in facilitating strategic conversations.
• Demonstrated effectiveness and a strong commitment to working in a team-based setting, collaborating, mentoring and client satisfaction.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite; experience using Tableau, Power BI, and Archibus.

Responsibilities

• Lead in research, analysis, and distillation of data to develop planning solutions and recommendations.
• Manage projects by developing scopes, fees, contracts, and deliverables.
• Work with data analysts to create space models and analyses for clients.
• Lead presentations with internal teams, consultants, and clients.
• Develop and manage project deliverables to ensure cohesive outcomes.
• Nurture client relationships and balance expectations with contractual obligations.
• Develop new tools and data visualizations.
• Contribute to thought leadership through writing and conference presentations.
• Collaborate with CS&A leadership to meet targets.
• Support business development and proposal activities.
• Participate in recruiting, coaching, and staff development.

Skills

Space planning

Data analysis

Tableau

Power BI

Archibus

Team collaboration

Presentation skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Professional degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, Data Science or related fields

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Archibus

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

SmithGroup's Phoenix office is seeking a Senior Space Planner to lead research-driven planning solutions for higher education and other sectors. You will manage multi-disciplinary projects, collaborate with data analysts to build space models, and present findings to clients and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in space planning, a professional degree in a related field, and strong leadership in client relations and project delivery.