Campus Planning Intern

Campus Planning Intern
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The Campus Planning Intern provides support to the departmentresponsible for the design and construction of capital projects throughout the Emerson College campus. Reporting to the Director ofReal Estate & Space Planning, the Intern will support the department's efforts in conducting space programming, space layoutand design, light renovations, departmental moves, and space and facility analysis.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Assist the Director of Real Estate & Space Planning toupdate the college's space management and building model database to assure accurate physical space measurement and usedata.
• Provide assistance with the analysis of the current space utilization and integrate into master plan, strategic plan and facilities planning issues.
• Make recommendations on improvements to layouts and spaceassignments.
• Perform space feasibility and fit studies.
• Attend user meetings, prepare meeting notes documenting space planning issues, draft scopes of work for planning studies(internal or consultant), prepare planning analyses, recommend and prepare solutions for space needs, prepare plans.
• Assist in the development of project feasibility reports by evaluating user needs, providing potential space reconfigurationdesigns and other deliverables.
• Identify options for space efficiency to meet central and academic program priorities.
• Identify and present strategies for sequencing spacemoves.
• Prepare presentation materials for senior leadership on currentspace issues and effectively communicate information graphicallyand verbally to inform decision-making.
• Assist in the development of departmental master plans. Gatherand evaluate space utilization data, and prepare and presentdashboards, plans and analyses.
• Document faculty and staff location data for both Workday andthe 911 system. Update the system as needed when employees onboard and depart, and when moves happen within the department or departmental moves.
• Under the guidance of the Director of Real Estate & Space Planning, , the Campus Planning Intern will work with Collegedepartments to develop understanding of space needs, program requirements for renovation and relocation projects.
• Assist in designing schematic and feasibility plans to optimizespace efficiency for smaller renovation projects while followingbuilding codes and AIA guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS - Qualifications are deemed required orpreferred and represent what is needed to effectively perform job.

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required.
• Previous internship or work experience in facilities, design,architecture or construction required.
• Working towards a Bachelor's degree in architecture,engineering, facilities management, urban studies, building construction technology or closely related field strongly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - May be representative,but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills, and abilitiescommonly associated with the job.

• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of Space Management
• Advanced Revit skill level
• Basic knowledge of building codes; ability to inspect and determine the adaptability and cost of renovation of existing structures.
• Familiarity with space planning and facilitydatabases
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Intermediate Auto Cad experience
• Knowledge of, and experience using; MS Office software, Adobe Suite, AutoCAD preferred
• Familiarity with database development and space management software (e.g., Archibus and REVIT) supports the evaluation and allocation of space on campus while planning for long term spaceneeds preferred
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization aswell as outside consultants and contractors.
• Analytical skills necessary to evaluate data, proposals andplans, develop project ideas and conduct feasibility studieseffectively. Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and followsolutions through to completion.
• Ability to work on multiple projects at one time. Ability topay close attention to detail and quality while simultaneouslyresponding to urgent requests.
• Strong organizational and time management skills including the ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Presentation preparation and delivery skills, ability topresent in group settings.
• Assist with furniture layouts, specifications,coordination
• Support interior finishes selection, coordination, and documentation
• Help track project schedules and deliverables

PHYSICAL ABILITIES - Activities commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of thisjob. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Requires ability to lift and move objects that arelight
• Requires ability to move…