Yale University · 2 hours ago
Associate Director, Planning - USHD
New Haven, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$124K/yr - $206K/yr
10+ years expYale University is committed to contributing to a better tomorrow and is seeking an Associate Director of Planning. The role involves providing leadership and coordination in planning and design for large-scale building projects and managing design consultants while ensuring compliance with university standards and financial interests.
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Responsibilities
Direct the work of Planners assigned to complete planning studies, formulations and design of projects
Provide design direction on all projects as required
Ensure that formulation and design activities accurately reflect the planning intent and aesthetic character for Planning and Construction projects as well as accurately reflecting schedule, cost and implementation factors as agreed with the Director and Associate Director, Construction
Establish priorities for the allocation of design resources
Responsible for the Planning groups formulation and design process to deliver required planning studies and reports
Participate in yearly performance evaluation of assigned Planners
Act as a liaison between project architects, or other consultants, various building committees and staff members to provide continuity of agreed to formulation scope, schedule and budget through all phases of a project
Prepare, direct and present comprehensive Departmental planning, implementation and financial strategies for occupancy and growth including; existing space utilization, programming, project formulation, design development, and other evaluations for new building construction
Manage approval authorizations by preparing succinct presentations that distill complex project issues into distinct, clear options, thereby allowing for informed and timely decision-making
Manage the requests of faculty and staff, soliciting appropriate input for development of projects and programs while ensuring plans and programs comply with University objectives
Negotiate, manage and review consultant activity, assist in the in the selection of designers and construction contractors for a uniform selection, bidding and contracting process
Prepare and administer agreements for professional services and vendors required for successful completion of a project
Ensures projects in the planning phase are completed within the approved budget and schedule and conform to applicable codes and zoning ordinances
Manage and review the progress and quality of the work performed by outside and in-house consultants
Develop planning models based on the needs of department, refining projects parameters and priorities, identifying scope and budget
Provide information and recommendations on physical and comprehensive planning and design issues, large scale planning studies, and special facilities planning topics
For select projects, manage and direct the work of a project design/management team in carrying out the following typical responsibilities: Refine project scope and budget; manage the involvement of other operating units; report to the School administration regarding project status; and oversee project from the completion of project formulation through occupancy and turnover
Interact with Yale committees, Deans, Department Heads, administrators and staff from University departments to consult, confer and advise on institutional capital project issues, to obtain approval for programs, to develop programs/projects, to provide progress reports and coordination, to obtain review and approval of plans and budgets for implementation
Provide advice and judgment in assuring capital projects conformity with appropriate building and life safety codes, University Standards and departmental policies and procedures
Exercise professional judgment in protecting the University’s financial interest through value engineering, cost and schedule control, and life cycle cost analysis
Participates in the resolution of planning and technical conflicts and recommends cost effective options and approaches
Uphold University Standards & policies
Qualification
Required
Excellent verbal & written communication skills. Ability to function successfully & collaboratively with members of the academic & scientific communities to understand & discuss specific lab research & academic needs. Ability to work within a project team structure
Proven ability to develop planning solutions & participate in the resolution of planning & technical issues, recommend cost-effective options & approaches, and negotiate additional service requests from consultants. Ability to synthesize technical programmatic needs, develop alternative planning solutions to use as tools for establishing design
Proven knowledge of architectural, engineering, and construction technology, theory, practices, and principles. Experience with institutional lab buildings, historic structures, large-scale capital construction programs, and project management responsibility. Knowledge of building codes, zoning ordinances, and related regulations
Knowledge of project development, execution, and budgeting. Knowledge of financial practices, including capital and strategic planning, and life-cycle cost analysis. Ability to use CAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite
Well-developed organizational, analytical, oral, and written communication and managerial skills, and the ability to process multiple projects, set priorities, and work independently to meet objectives. Ability to establish priorities and follow through on projects, paying close attention to detail with minimal supervision
Bachelor's degree in architecture, urban or regional planning, urban design, civil engineering, or related field, and ten years of related experience in planning, design and project management, or an equivalent combination of experience and education
Preferred
Experience with laboratory/research institutional/academic building types and large-scale construction programs
Valid Professional Architectural registration
Company
Yale University
Yale University is a research and education institution that prioritizes its students.
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