Planner - Enterprise Physical Operations

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

 Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Join Enterprise Physical Operations (EPO) and help shape the future of the WashU Medicine campus. Planners support the strategic planning, programming, and development of facilities projects that advance the university’s academic, research, clinical, and operational missions.

Working in partnership with departmental leaders, project managers, architects, engineers, and campus stakeholders, planners develop thoughtful, data-informed solutions that optimize space utilization, improve operational efficiency, and support long-term campus development.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

Work may include providing professional, technical, and analytical support for facilities, space, and campus planning initiatives; evaluating space utilization, facility needs, operational trends, and planning data; and developing practical, cost-effective recommendations for renovations, capital projects, infrastructure improvements, and campus development.

Planners may collaborate with project teams and campus stakeholders to identify business and program requirements, assess planning alternatives, prepare feasibility studies and reports, develop cost estimates, and present recommendations that support informed decision-making. Responsibilities may also include maintaining planning databases, project documentation, and reporting systems to ensure accurate information and effective project oversight.

Depending on the position level, responsibilities may include leading complex planning programs, managing cross-functional initiatives, mentoring team members, and contributing to capital renewal and long-range institutional planning.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certifications /Professional Licenses

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience

Medical Or Facilities Management And Planning (6 Years)

Skills

Program Planning, Project Planning

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

This posting may be used to identify candidates for one or more current or future Planner and Senior Planner opportunities within Enterprise Physical Operations. Opportunities may vary in level and scope based on departmental needs. Candidates will be considered for the appropriate level based on their education, relevant experience, and demonstrated capabilities, with the amount and type of experience required varying by position.

Preference may be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas

• Higher education, medical schools, academic medical centers, or healthcare organizations
• Facilities, space, campus, or physical planning
• Facilities planning and project management
• Capital planning, capital renewal, or capital construction
• Space programming and utilization analysis
• Architecture, engineering, urban planning, or construction management
• Facilities operations
• Owner’s representative responsibilities
• Reading and interpreting construction documents
• Working within large, complex, or matrixed organizations

Preferred Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree - Architecture, Bachelor's degree - Construction Management, Bachelor's degree - Engineering, Bachelor's degree - Urban Planning

Certifications /Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills

Accountability, Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, Budget Development, Client Consulting, Communication, Cost Estimates, Database Management, Database Reporting, Deadline Management, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Independent Judgment, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Organizing, Planning, Planning Design, Planning Software, Project Development, Project Tracking, Relationship Management, Teamwork

Grade

G14

Salary Range

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ .

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.