Posting InformationPosting Number: PG194483EPPosition Title: Architectural Campus PlannerSalary Range: $90,000 - $100,900Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pmLocation: Raleigh, NCDepartment: Campus PlanningAbout the DepartmentThe NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan , build and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units:Design & ConstructionBusiness OperationsCampus Operations and MaintenanceCampus Planning and Strategic InvestmentWhether responding to a maintenance request, shaping future facilities, or creating spaces that inspire discovery, our team is grounded in excellence, service, and stewardship.Join the pack and become part of one of the largest and most respected employers in the state, helping shape the future of our campus community. Take a look below to see what we offer!Wolfpack Perks and BenefitsAs a Pack member, you belong here , and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well‑being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.What we offer:Medical , Dental , and VisionFlexible Spending AccountRetirement ProgramsDisability PlansLife InsuranceAccident PlanPaid Time Off and Other Leave Programs12 Holidays Each YearTuition and Academic AssistanceAnd so much more!Attain Work‑life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part‑Time or Full‑Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.Essential Job DutiesThe Architectural Campus Planner will play a key role in guiding long‑term development, strategic initiatives, and space planning across one of the most dynamic and innovative campuses in the country. This is an exciting opportunity for a forward‑thinking professional who enjoys solving complex planning challenges, collaborating with varied stakeholders, and making a meaningful impact on the physical environment of the university.In this role, the position provides Campus Planning and NCSU Colleges with expertise in planning for long‑range campus development projects, campus strategic initiatives, and space analysis and management. The position works closely with other Facilities Division units and stakeholders across campus. This position may manage outside designers, may produce in‑house studies, and provide space data analysis for decision‑making.Key ResponsibilitiesTranslate the university's strategic plan into the required campus facilities to meet the plan's goals and objectives.Provide design solutions for a broad range of architectural, interior, and engineering planning issues essential to meet the university's physical development needs.Analyze, document, and develop planning projects, policies and procedures, and informal project designs to address the university's physical campus needs.Typical duties include:Developing facilities planning and design strategies for building architecture and interior spaces.Developing space programs and space analysis.Leading architectural and space studies, including coordination with building (MEP) and lab systems analysis.Identifying and developing project alternative design options.Recommending planning and design solutions guided by the Physical Master Plan.Support for the Physical Master PlanAssist in providing recommendations on implementing the Physical Master Plan focused on architecture, interior, and land use design. This is accomplished through the development of schematic designs, feasibility studies, and development plans considering the various facility components of the campus.Projects may also include assisting with the planning and design of infrastructure, mobility support systems, ADA accessibility, and other general facilities planning and development support functions.Stakeholder Coordination and RepresentationWork requires considerable contact with campus leadership, as well as with architects, engineers, and other related industry professionals.This requires the ability to lead and assemble the appropriate stakeholders to make the highest and best decisions for the university.This position represents the university as an expert.Complexity of WorkWork assignments may involve unique factors and be lacking in precedence on which to base decisions.Assignments may involve technical complexity with numerous variables.Assignments are often technically complex, involving unique challenges with limited precedent, requiring a high degree of professional expertise in detailed technical procedures.Work is often performed independently, requiring professional knowledge of complex and/or detailed technical procedures.Work performed includes exercising judgment and decision‑making that directly impacts life, health, safety, and/or the environment.Potential Oversight and AuthorityThis position may be responsible for consultation, evaluation, planning, design, design review, and approval of campus development plans, buildings, utility systems, site plans, mapping, and infrastructure.The position may provide project management oversight.Responsibilities may include overseeing major campus planning efforts and managing the implementation of projects/plans according to building codes and zoning regulations, which may include approval authority.Work may require considerable public contact to explain planning or design projects, analysis of data, and standards. This may require appearances before campus administration, college administrations, regulatory bodies, and building committees.Other ResponsibilitiesWork assignments are often technically complex, involving unique challenges with limited precedent, requiring a high degree of professional expertise in detailed technical procedures.Work is often performed independently requiring professional knowledge of complex and/or detailed technical procedures.Work may require considerable public contact to explain planning or design projects, analysis of data, and standards. This may require appearances before campus administration, college administrations, regulatory bodies, and building committees to provide consultation and design or technical assistance, and may require negotiation to determine the feasibility of project implementation.Work may require professional licensure or other certifications. Work performed includes exercising judgment and decision‑making that directly impacts life, health, safety, and/or the environment.QualificationsMinimum Education and ExperienceBachelor's Degree in the Engineering discipline related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Some positions may require licensure by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.Other Required QualificationsStrong working knowledge of architecture and/or engineering principles.In-depth knowledge of university planning efforts, including master planning, architectural and interior design, space programming, space planning and project development.Proven experience in developing planning and design strategies for varied building types.Influence design solutions from programmatic requirements.Familiarity with building codes and standards in government or university environments.Proficient knowledge of standard design and construction practices.Manage multiple projects and prioritize projects.Use goals to guide actions and create detailed action plans.Experience with capital project budgeting and cost estimation.Ability to evaluate, develop, and manage processes, procedures, and guidelines related to campus planning and development.Effective oral and written communication skills.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to connect and interact with a variety of stakeholders and campus leadership.Facilitate a proactive, collaborative, and transparent process for planning and developing the campus.Ability to proficiently operate a personal computer and a variety of software for email, word processing, spreadsheets, database & information collection.Preferred QualificationsLicensed architect or Certified Interior Designer with a minimum of five years of professional experience.Experience with architectural design of complex projects, strategic planning for the physical campus, and/or space planning & programming.Experience with university design and planning projects, either as a consultant or directly from university/institutional experience.Required License(s) or Certification(s)Valid driver's license required.Valid NC driver's license required within 60 days of hire.Recruitment Dates and Special InstructionsJob Open Date: 02/19/2026Anticipated Close Date: Open Until FilledSpecial Instructions to Applicants: Please include as attachments a resume/CV, cover letter, and contact information for at least 3 professional references.Position DetailsPosition Number: 00065570Position Type: EPS/SAAOFull Time Equivalent: 1.00 (40 hours/week)Appointment: 12 Month RecurringMandatory Designation - Adverse Weather: Non Mandatory - Adverse WeatherMandatory Designation - Emergency Events: Non Mandatory - Emergency EventDepartment ID: 442010 - Campus PlanningEEO StatementNC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability‑related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.Email for inquiries: workatncstate@ncsu.edu#J-18808-Ljbffr