Overview
Goody Clancy seeks a Senior Campus Planner to join our team, working primarily in our Campus Planning and Research practice area. As a Boston-based education design firm, we partner with institutions on a variety of campus planning and architectural design projects to create environments where people are inspired to research, connect, strive, and wonder. This role will actively participate in a variety of management, analysis, engagement and concept development tasks for planning contexts including higher education campus precincts, whole campuses, innovation districts and other mixed-use urban campus districts. This position may also collaborate with architectural project teams, and will have many opportunities for growth and continued learning. Experience and/or a demonstrated interest in education projects is a plus. We are looking for creative, collaborative, and motivated professionals who are driven by a belief in the power of design to advance discovery, community, and opportunity.
From seasoned principal to newest hire, every member of our team contributes to a community steeped in mentorship and mutual respect—and as a 100% employee-owned organization, each of us shares in our collective success. We are passionate, intelligent, down-to-earth people who believe in what we do, who bring energy and curiosity to every facet of our work, and who never stop working toward a more inclusive, equitable workplace. Risk-taking is encouraged here, and there are opportunities everywhere for employees to develop professionally and do work they love.
Responsibilities
- Lead campus planning projects from conceptual development through to completion.
- Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to understand and translate their needs into effective campus planning solutions.
- Conduct comprehensive analysis of current trends in education and their implications for campus planning and design.
- Negotiate project scope, costs, and schedules with clients. Manage project budgets, timelines, and resources effectively.
- Develop master plans, site plans, and feasibility studies.
- Ensure all projects adhere to regulatory requirements and sustainability best practices.
- Communicate ideas and concepts effectively to clients, stakeholders, and public forums through presentations and documentation.
- Participate in business development efforts, including client presentations and proposal development.
- Provide leadership and inspire teams to achieve project goals. Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
Qualifications and Required Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, or a related field.
- Professional licensure in architecture or planning is preferred.
- Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in campus planning, ideally within higher education.
- In-depth knowledge of trends and challenges in higher education.
- Strong design, strategic planning, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Strong project and client management, leadership and negotiation skills.
- Ability to lead and work collaboratively with diverse teams.
- Proficiency in relevant software such as AutoCAD, Revit, GIS, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Advanced understanding of building codes, zoning laws, and regulations.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Compensation / Benefits
- Participation in a 100% employee-owned firm through our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
- Firm sponsored training, licensure, and conference attendance reimbursement
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- Medical (70% employer-paid); life and disability insurance; available dental, optical, cafeteria plan, 401(k)
- Hybrid workplace: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays work together in our office in Back Bay, and the remaining 2 days, have the option to work wherever you choose!
Position Reports to: Principals
To Apply
Submit by e-mail to hr@goodyclancy.com. Indicate the position for which you are applying. Include a cover letter, resume and sample portfolio pages (attachments not to exceed 10MB)
Goody Clancy is an Affirmative-Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.