The ideal candidate will have experience in the architectural design and medical planning of major healthcare projects and facilities.
SUMMARY
The primary purpose of the Lead Facilities Planner/Designer position in Facilities Planning, Design and Construction is to provide leadership and supervision in evaluating the use of MDACC’s physical facilities and ensure effective utilization of space and interiors resources.Leads the definition of project scopes, preliminary budget estimates, and program descriptions in support of project development and implementation.Supervises staff providing furniture support, move coordination, and interiors resource management for projects.Leads the creation and refinement of institutional standards; and assists with Strategic/Facilities Master Planning efforts from Department to Division levels.
JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES Document ManagementDocument Management including written reports and project deliverables, issue logs, and key/milestone document management.Leads the creation, refinement, and utilization of standard templates.Participation in the creation and refinement of standard templates and regulatory related reports.
Planning/Design StandardsPlanning & Design Standards, including leading the development, revision, documentation, and implementation of standards programs for Space Allocation, Interior Finishes, Furniture and Artwork.Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.
Supervision/ManagementSupervision and Management of Planner/Designers through the Senior level for all of their Key functions including workload assessment and planning, regular work reviews/1:1 meetings, development and/or monitoring of applicable policies and procedures, and issue resolution.
Space PlanningAssists with Strategic Space Studies and Master Planning, including Department or Division Strategic/Facilities Planning, and general space studies as requested by Sr. Management.
Customer Interaction/SMEHandles high complexity customers and functions as a subject matter expert and key contact to divisions in providing updates, planning and operational efficiency development on FARs current and future projects.
Institutional Goals/InitiativesRepresents and coordinates efforts for FPS and other divisional or institutional goals and initiatives.
Other duties as assigned
Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Space Planning and/or Architecture. Seven years of experience in commercial Interior/Architectural design.
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