Planning Officer - Hamilton, Canada - Mohawk College

Mohawk College

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Hamilton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Planning Officer - Appendix D/Temporary Assignment (June June 2024) Status**:Appendix D/Temporary Assignment (June June 2024)

Hours:
Monday to Friday; 35 hours/week

Home Campus:
Fennell

Pay Band:
K

Rate of Pay:
$42.38

Posting Date:
May 19th, 2023

Closing Date:
May 26th, 2023 at 7:00pm EST

We support and encourage the contributions of our diverse employees.

Supported by a new strategic plan we are committed to nurturing an equitable, diverse and inclusive environment for everyone who learns and works at Mohawk.

We believe the rich diversity among our students and the communities we serve should be reflected within our workforce.

As educators we believe it is important to act and show leadership in advancing the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion in our community.

Mohawk College is currently recruiting for our next

Planning Officer

Under the direction of the Manager, Facilities Planning and Programming Services, the incumbent provides technical expertise and operational support, advice, and assistance related to the efficient and effective use and design of all existing and potential College space, as well as the design and recommendation of appropriate and innovative workplace, learning environments, common areas and student service area layouts.

The position contributes towards the improvement and enhancement of college environments through effective space programming and design, the improved and efficient layout of all college-owned and operated facilities and properties, through the evaluation and acquisition of innovative furniture, and through the management and completion of assigned projects from inception to fulfillment.

The Incumbent plans and develops proposals in concert with the Campus Master Plan (CMP) and in accordance with the Ontario Building Code (OBC), fire code, and current Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) guidelines.

Finds creative and innovative solutions to resolve evolving space challenges through sound design and project planning and execution.

The incumbent is responsible for all aspects of project development and design, including but not limited to:

Meeting with project sponsors to evaluate and establish needs
Defining usage scenarios and making alternate recommendations when required
Development of solutions, and creation of drawings for review and approval
Furniture and vendor selection, including price negotiation
Creation and maintenance of Project Charters, Plans, Schedules, Budgets, etc.
Coordination with Engineering Services team for project fulfillment
Appropriate level of coordination with approvers and stakeholders

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The duties of this position will include, but are not limited to the following:

Investigates and prepares space proposals and alternatives including a review and evaluation of the economic and environmental impact. Consults with and advises all levels of College personnel, departments and areas concerning space requirements, facility renovations, efficient space layouts, including productive and ergonomic workstations and furniture and ensuring accessibility design standards are met or exceeded. Assist with the preparation of Project Charter documentation including renovation and furniture, fixture, and equipment (FF&E) specification documentation and cost estimates.
Prepares presentationquality conceptual sketches, drawings and layouts in 2D and 3D formats for client input, review and approval, and working drawings to guide consultants and/or contractors.
Works with College Facilities Management and Engineering Services, Facility Operations, Security, IT Services, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and consulting engineers on all matters related to the planning and development of new construction and renovation projects including budgeting, cost estimating, scheduling and timing. Involvement in assigned projects ranges from initial programming and planning, to the development of project constraints (scope/budget/schedule), to space and element designs, to procurement of project FF&E.
Reviews, evaluates and makes recommendations concerning the acquisition of other software including computer aided drafting software (AutoCAD), Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, Project, Power Point, Access, etc.), Trimble Sketchup 3D, and Adobe Creative Suite. Maintains and electronically archives pertinent documentation, drawings and files related to proposals & projects.
Initiates, plans and coordinates lab, classroom and office setups. Liaises with department and area administration, faculty, and employees, Facilities Management, Information Technology Employees, and Contract installers concerning the timely relocation and/or installation of workstations, furniture, fixtures, and equipment. Scope of work includes determining, designing, and implementing the location of Smart Classroom technology & dedicated lab equipment, communicat