Senior Educational Facilities Planner - K-12 Master Planning

Overview

TETER is seeking a Senior Educational Facilities Planner to lead high-impact master planning efforts that guide millions in public investment. In this role, you’ll help school districts make confident decisions about modernization, growth, and long-range infrastructure strategy.

Why This Role Stands Out

This is a strategic, client-facing role ideal for professionals who enjoy: - Advising superintendents and boards on complex facilities decisions - Turning data (enrollment, capacity, condition) into clear direction - Balancing educational goals with budget and operational realities - Leading conversations that shape campuses for decades

What You'll Do

- Lead districtwide facilities master planning and capital programs - Guide decisions on modernization, replacement, growth, and consolidation - Align enrollment projections and educational programs with facility needs - Develop capital improvement plans, including prioritization and phasing - Partner with architects and engineers to transition planning into design - Present recommendations to leadership teams, boards, and communities - Facilitate workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions

Qualifications

Required: - 8–10+ years in facilities planning, architecture, or capital programs - Experience with K–12 master planning or bond-funded projects - Strong ability to translate data into actionable planning strategies - Excellent presentation and stakeholder communication skills - Experience working with or within A/E/C teams Preferred: - California public school experience (CDE/DSA familiarity) - Experience presenting to boards or executive leadership - Professional licensure or advanced degree (a plus, not required)

What It's Like to Work at TETER

At TETER, we’re a team of employee-owners committed to Building a Better Valley® through thoughtful planning and design. - Collaborative culture – Work alongside architects, engineers, and planners who respect and support one another - Meaningful impact – Your work directly shapes learning environments for thousands of students - Growth & mentorship – Opportunities to lead, develop, and expand your expertise - Award-winning workplace – Recognized for multiple years—including 2026—as one of Zweig Group’s Best Firms to Work For in the U.S. and Canada

Compensation & Benefits

- Salary range: $115,500–150,000 (actual pay depends on licensure, qualifications, experience, location, and business needs) - Hybrid work schedule (after trial period) based on business needs and work/life balance - Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) - Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Wellness Program - Paid Time Off - Professional Licensing Support - And more!