Manager, Space Planning

About the role

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.

Responsibilities

The Manager, Space Planning is responsible for managing the college's space inventory and utilization data to support strategic planning for moves and renovations, managing space allocation data, creating floor plans and ensuring compliance with regulations.

• Creates, maintains and updates the college's space inventory database, including floor plans, room classifications, departmental assignments, and usage types
• Ensures compliance with state and federal reporting requirements (e.g., THECB, IPEDS, FICM standards), as well as organizational policies
• Collaborates with academic and administrative units to validate space data and support planning initiatives
• Analyzes space utilization trends and provides recommendations for efficient use of facilities
• Generates space metrics reports and dashboards for internal stakeholders and external agencies
• Supports capital planning, renovation, and relocation projects with accurate space data
• Coordinates space audits and leads continuous improvement of space data accuracy
• Serves as the primary liaison for space data requests and reporting
• May be responsible for leading and supervising a team engaged in space planning projects

Requirements

• Understanding of space planning and utilization principles in a higher education context
• Familiarity with academic and administrative space needs and scheduling practices
• Ensure compliance with fire, life, and safety guidelines
• Knowledge of reporting standards for space data in colleges and universities
• Proficiency in computer-aided design software and other space planning tools
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and administrators
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with attention to detail
• Ability to interpret and apply institutional policies and space standards
• Strong analytical skills and experience with data visualization tools
• Strong skills in managing projects from conception to completion, including budgeting, scheduling, and risk mitigation is preferred

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in architectural or interior design.

Pay

Salary Hiring salary range is: $63,014 - $72,466

Benefits

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

Schedule

Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone, and other general office equipment. Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position. Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards.