Campus Facilities Planning Manager

Carleton University

$100K — $130K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in interpreting complex space data
  • Knowledge of building codes and their updates at municipal and provincial levels
  • Experience in developing project budgets and schedules
  • Ability to identify and mitigate planning risks
  • Understanding of various essential building systems, including HVAC and plumbing
  • Creative in interior space planning and resolving space utilization challenges
  • Minimum five years of managerial experience in facilities or campus planning, preferably in higher education.

Responsibilities

  • Act as a subject matter expert in planning and space management
  • Support the Assistant Director in identifying opportunities and conducting feasibility studies
  • Lead a team of space and asset management professionals
  • Develop immediate and mid-term planning solutions aligned with the University's goals
  • Utilize data-informed decision-making to advance planning initiatives
  • Ensure efficient use of university spaces and assets to support institutional priorities
  • Contribute to both strategic and tactical planning for teaching, research, and administrative needs.

Benefits

  • Continuing full-time employment position
  • Opportunity for professional development and growth
  • Contribute to a diverse and inclusive environment
  • Engagement in strategic planning aligned with university values
  • Work closely with various faculties and departments on significant projects.
Full Job Description


Job Title: Campus Facilities Planning Manager

Job Type: Continuing Full Time

Department: Planning Design and Construction

Job Category: Administrative Management

Number of Positions: 1

Date Posted (dd/mm/yyyy): 07/08/2026

Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 21/08/2026

Salary (with Salary Rate): 100,264.00 - 130,343.00/Year

Employee Group: Administrative Management

Salary Level: NU06

Hours Per Week: 35

Date Position Available: 28/09/2026

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Campus Facilities Planning Manager serves as a subject matter expert in planning and space management. The role supports the Assistant Director in identifying opportunities, conducting analyses, and leading feasibility studies to address the evolving needs of teaching, research, and administrative functions across faculties and departments, in alignment with the University's mission and values. The position contributes to both strategic and tactical planning by developing immediate and mid-term solutions while ensuring alignment with the University's long-term strategic vision.

The Campus Facilities Planning Manager leads a team of space and asset management professional staff and advances planning initiatives through data-informed decision-making, risk management, and a focus on continuous improvement. The role ensures the effective, efficient, and strategic use of university space and assets to support institutional priorities.

Qualifications:

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex space data
• Knowledge of municipal, and provincial building codes and regulations
• Stays abreast of updates and changes to building codes
• Familiarity with construction methods and contract delivery
• Experience in developing estimates for project budgeting
• Knowledge in developing project schedules and construction sequences
• Ability to identify potential risks in the planning stage and develop risk mitigation strategies
• Understanding of various building systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and structural systems.
• Experience in interior space planning, programming, layout design, with the ability to apply creative planning solutions, and resolve complex space utilization problems.

Education and Experience:

The above is normally acquired through the completion of:
• Completion of bachelor's degree a relevant discipline such as architecture, engineering, or planning. Project Management Certification will be preferred
• Minimum of five years of experience in facilities planning, space planning, campus planning, at the management or leadership role. Experience in higher education sector would be highly preferred

HR Note:

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.

Health and Safety Requirements

This position is regularly required to work on campus in person. In the event of a public health emergency or a health and safety issue, it is possible that you may be required to work temporarily remotely due to public health orders, directives and/or health and safety requirements. If this happens, you will work with your direct manager to set up a remote work environment including discussing appropriate technology and requirements. You are required to follow all University policies and directives, including to set up a safe and confidential workspace in a remote location and ensure all Carleton property (intellectual and other) is safeguarded. If required to work remotely, you will be notified by your manager when working full time physically onsite will resume.

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