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Senior Planner for Sciences

Harvard Medical School

57894BR

Job-Specific Responsibilities

Lead facility planning for basic science departments at the medical school. Involves comprehensive space planning and program development by working collaboratively and daily with faculty, researchers, and department leadership as well as school leadership, external consultants, and other members of Campus Planning and Facilities staff to establish goals, objectives, and plan for the highest and best use of intended facilities that align with school’s mission. Responsible for pre-project planning including developing, validating, and documenting scopes of work, preliminary layouts, schedules, and conceptual budgets in accordance with school policies and standards for administrative approval. Provides programming evaluations for key design metrics, layout, space allocation, adjacencies, space cost, user experience, and recommendations on space development alternatives.

Mediates solutions for space issues. Effectively transition projects to project management staff. Conducts and administers complex feasibility, planning, and analysis studies for the short and long-term development of the school science departments for existing use and campus growth. The planner will contribute to the development, implementation, and management of campus space and design standards and plans for the continuous improvement of the school’s physical resources and operations. Represents Planning, Design, and Construction interests as required. Leads committee(s) as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Planning, or relevant field
• 10 years of experience in related area.
• Project management
• Proficient in basic science research programming, lab planning, or design highly
• Proficient in AutoCAD and/or Revit, Microsoft Office.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• License, certification or master’s degree
• Works well in and/or leads a highly collaborative
• Builds working relationships.
• Problem solver and takes initiative.
• Client-service approach to
• Strong analytical, presentation and communication
• Knowledge of cost estimation and scheduling.

Additional Information

The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated against COVID- 19 and remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccine boosters, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster Requirements. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found at the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/.

Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.

Harvard University offers an outstanding benefits package including:

• Time Off: 3 - 4 weeks paid vacation, paid holiday break, 12 paid sick days, 5 paid holidays, and 3 paid personal days per year.
• Medical/Dental/Vision: We offer a variety of excellent medical plans, dental & vision plans, all coverage begins as of your start date.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive tuition assistance program, incredibly affordable classes directly at the Harvard Extension School, and discounted options through participating Harvard grad schools.
• Transportation: Harvard offers a 50% discounted MBTA pass as well as additional options to assist employees in their daily commute.
• Wellness options: Harvard offers programs and classes at little or no cost, including stress management, massages, nutrition, meditation, and complementary health services.
• Harvard access to athletic facilities, libraries, campus events, and many discounts throughout metro Boston.

The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

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Job Function

Facilities

Job Code

330059 Facilities & Oper SrSpecialist

Department

Campus Planning & Facilities

Salary Grade

059

Location

USA - MA - Boston

Sub-Unit

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Time Status

Full-time

Union

00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Pre-Employment Screening

Credit, Criminal, Education, Identity

Schedule

Fulltime | Monday - Friday

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace culture of faculty, sta?, and students with diverse backgrounds, styles, abilities, and motivations. We appreciate and leverage the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals. Harvard Medical School Mission and Community Values

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.