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Barnard College · 2 days ago

Space Planner

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$85K/yr - $90K/yr

2+ years exp

Barnard College is a prestigious institution located in Manhattan, and they are seeking a Space Planner to provide project development and management support for campus space planning and programming. The role involves ensuring optimal space utilization that aligns with the College's strategic goals and user requirements, including conducting assessments, developing plans, and coordinating moves.

Continuing EducationEducationHigher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conduct field documentation, measurements, surveys, space condition assessments and data collection of all owned and leased campus spaces via frequent site visits

Meet with academic and administrative groups to verify their current use of space, assess their current facilities, discuss their needs and/or concerns both in terms of space work flows, comfort and convenience in the near term and future. Document and analyze space needs, programming information related to space requirements, adjacencies, and move requirements

Oversee the concept development phase of space projects. As directed with an approved project, develop projects through the next stages of design: preliminary, design development and construction documents or properly transfer the concept work project to another project manager in Capital Projects. Work closely with Capital, Facilities and IT colleagues for implementation

Maintain and update the space management databases to include an inventory of all campus property, infrastructure, buildings, space, departmental allocations, assigned staff spaces, occupancy and capacity. Include critical data about existing spaces, general descriptions, square footages, characteristics, utilities and other services, furniture and equipment, usage, and classification using NCES FICM and CIP codes. The databases must kept be current at all times and updated when new spaces are added or spaces are reconfigured. Space related databases used at Barnard include Workday, Accruent FAMIS 360 and EMS

Prepare existing and proposed space allocations plans, test fits, and furniture layouts

Prepare presentation materials, floor plans, documents, reports and other graphic products to assist with the visualization and communication of planning findings

Create space utilization, occupancy and capacity reports, summarizing by department use or other organizational groupings

Update existing CAD floor plans, including after construction projects are completed

Act as the primary liaison for the space planning committee

Assist in the development and updating of space governance protocols and furniture standards

Assist with campus master planning

Maintain digital and physical library of all building plans and facilities studies

Manage vendors engaging in space planning projects, including the development of RFP’s

Coordinate moves with internal staff and external vendors

Coordinate room and wayfinding signage installations

Other related duties consistent with the requirements of the position may be assigned as needed

Qualification

Space planning principlesAutoCADDatabase systemsSurveying techniquesBuilding codes knowledgeMicrosoft OfficeAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsTime managementInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field with a minimum of two years of full-time professional experience in space planning, design, or construction management and administration

Or a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of three years of full-time professional experience in space planning, design, or construction management and administration

Demonstrated knowledge of space planning principles and best practices

Knowledge of surveying techniques

Working knowledge of relevant government building codes, regulations and sustainable design

Strong computer skills, including the ability to learn new software. Must be proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; Adobe Acrobat and Photoshop

Strong organization, communication and analytical skills

Excellent time management skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple projects, and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups, including faculty, staff, students, contractors, consultants and users at all levels

Ability to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality and diplomacy at all times, sustain the highest level of professionalism, and be customer-service driven and flexible in attitude

Preferred

Experience working in higher education or with similarly complex institutions

Technical experience in database systems development and maintenance, especially with Integrated Workplace Management Software (IWMS) or Computer-Aided Facility Management Software (CAFM)

Company

Barnard College

Barnard College provides liberal arts education to young women, offering the unparalleled advantages of an outstanding residential college.

Founded in 1889

New York, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://barnard.edu/

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