Director of Planning and Design
Core
Oversees architectural and interior design services, campus space utilization, and compliance with land use ordinances and the Master Plan for a university campus.
Role type
Senior IC facilities planning and design director
Builds
Campus physical development, space programming, and capital project delivery
Domain
Higher education facilities management and architectural planning
Required skills
Architectural and interior design oversight, campus space planning, capital project management, budget management, regulatory compliance (zoning/building codes), technical review of design plans, FF&E management, supervisory leadership, CAD proficiency (AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam)
Preferred skills
Advanced degree in architecture/planning, LEED AP, PMP, SCUP, AICP, NCARB registration, sustainability knowledge, municipal master planning experience
Technologies
AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Revit
Responsibilities
Coordinate internal teams and third-party design firms/consultants; guide physical development and space utilization to support university mission; lead discretionary project approvals and pre-design phases; prepare architectural standards and specifications; provide technical direction for sketches, renderings, and design presentations; oversee campus moves and vendor interfacing; develop land use arrangements for Master Plan compliance; supervise FM Planning and Design unit staff and external consultants; review RFI's, change orders, and budget reports; represent the university in professional organizations.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory duties