Lehigh Facilities Planner

Lehigh; Bethlehem; Hybrid; ZAR 956 000 - 1 165 000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Free State, South Africa is seeking a dynamic Planner to lead transformative interior design projects that support academic excellence. The ideal candidate will have a background in Architecture or Interior Design and experience in space planning, furniture layouts, and project coordination. Join our vibrant community where your work makes a meaningful difference, with a focus on professional development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Work-life balance initiatives

Qualifications

• One to three years of related work experience.
• NCIDQ Certification preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with commercial furniture selection.

Responsibilities

• Conduct programming and feasibility studies for space optimization.
• Design space plans and furniture layouts.
• Coordinate moves with minimal disruption.

Skills

Design

Interior finish selections

Furniture layouts

Programming

Move coordination

Education

Associates Degree in Architecture or Interior Design

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Are you passionate about creating functional, inspiring spaces that support academic excellence? Lehigh University seeks a dynamic Planner to lead transformative interior design projects across our prestigious campus.

Position Number: S97450

This position is a Grade: 9 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $55,200 - $67,180 and is subject to change based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive programming and feasibility studies for space optimization
• Design innovative space plans and furniture layouts for academic and administrative areas
• Coordinate complex moves and space transitions with minimal disruption to University operations
• Collaborate with Project Management staff on larger capital projects for interior finishes and furniture selection
• Provide design leadership and expertise across diverse University spaces
• Update CAD plans with graphic information from recent projects to maintain accurate archives

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience; Bachelor's Degree preferred
• One to three years of related work experience
• NCIDQ Certification preferred
• Design, space planning, architectural programming, interior finish selections, furniture layouts
• Demonstrated experience with commercial furniture selection and procurement is a must for consideration for this position
• Move coordination and signage experience preferred
• Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously, in an institutional or similar environment is preferred

Join a vibrant community where your work makes a meaningful difference. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive compensation, robust health and retirement plans, tuition benefits, and generous paid time off. You'll enjoy professional development opportunities, work-life balance initiatives, and the chance to contribute to our sustainability goals.

Your expertise will directly contribute to Lehigh's mission of fostering critical thinking, creativity, and leadership in spaces where groundbreaking research and transformative education flourish. Apply now to transform spaces and inspire minds at Lehigh University. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing an accommodation for any part of the interview or hiring process may contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist.

• The duties of this position may allow the employee to work partially remote as deemed appropriate by their supervisor (one day maximum per week)
• This position is funded by soft dollars; there is no severance associated with this position
• This position is responsible for driving University-owned vehicles as a routine function, therefore a valid Driver’s License and a good driving record is required

Lehigh University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are committed to a culturally and intellectually diverse community and we seek qualified candidates to contribute to the university’s mission.

Successful completion of standard background checks including but not limited to: social security verification, education verification, national criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, PATCH, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance and credit history based upon the requirements of the position.

Only complete applications will be considered therefore please complete the application in its entirety. Once the posting is removed from the website applications may no longer be allowed to be completed.