Space Planner - Space Program Management

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Campus Planning, the Space Planner – Space Program Management position at Virginia Tech will oversee the implementation of the university’s space management/allocation program under university policy 5400. This position will develop recommendations regarding updated space procedures, standards and guidelines and provide staff support for the university space committees. In addition, this position will develop space utilization assessments and recommendations for the assignment of space, and manage and further develop the space request and justification submittal, review and approval process.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Planning, Business, Business Information Technology, Computer Science or related field.
• A minimum of 5 years space planning and/or working with university/ institutional space management systems with demonstrated experience.
• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills (particularly the ability to work with and influence others) and excellent communication skills.
• Proficient skills with computer applications including Microsoft Office and other relevant software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Planning, Business, Business Information Technology, Computer Science or related field or training and experience equivalent to an advanced degree.
• Significant experience providing professional space planning, integrated work management system development and /or management services that guide the physical development of a university, institution or similar organization.
• Experience assisting in strategic development and improvements of buildings and space, to support an organization's mission.
• Significant demonstrated knowledge and experience with space metrics and analysis and best practices in space management.
• Experience with Assetworks AiM or other integrated work management systems, and enterprise databases and workflow management systems.
• Previous experience in data gathering and analysis, data visualization and database management
• Experience with CAD and GIS software

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience

Review Date

May 22, 2023

Additional Information

Work is performed primarily indoors.
Ability to travel to sites to perform various tasks (space and site assessments).
Repetitive movement through use of computer/keyboarding.Must have a criminal background check | Must have a driver's license check
Must have an acceptable and safe driving record
Occasionally may be required to work after hours or on weekends.
Occasional travel required visiting AREC Facilities (in state), and occasional out of state travel required (conference attendance and peer university attendance).
Attend various meetings on and off campus as needed.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact CPIF HR at opshr-g@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Advertised: May 17, 2023
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