Senior Educational Facilities Planner - K-12 Master Planning

Shape the future of K–12 education—at a districtwide scale. 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. You won’t just deliver plans—you’ll see your work move from vision to implementation, partnering closely with architects and engineers to bring ideas to life. This position focuses on the built environment and capital planning side of K–12 education. It does not involve curriculum development, instructional planning, or academic program management. Why This Role Stands Out This is a strategic, client-facing role ideal for professionals who enjoy: Advising superintendents and boards on complex facilities decisionsTurning data (enrollment, capacity, condition) into clear directionBalancing educational goals with budget and operational realitiesLeading conversations that shape campuses for decades What You'll Do Lead districtwide facilities master planning and capital programsGuide decisions on modernization, replacement, growth, and consolidationAlign enrollment projections and educational programs with facility needsDevelop capital improvement plans, including prioritization and phasingPartner with architects and engineers to transition planning into designPresent recommendations to leadership teams, boards, and communitiesFacilitate workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions What You Bring Required 8–10+ years in facilities planning, architecture, or capital programsExperience with K–12 master planning or bond-funded projectsStrong ability to translate data into actionable planning strategiesExcellent presentation and stakeholder communication skillsExperience working with or within A/E/C teams Experience limited solely to instructional leadership, curriculum planning, or academic program management will not meet the requirements of this role. Preferred California public school experience (CDE/DSA familiarity)Experience presenting to boards or executive leadershipProfessional 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 anotherMeaningful impact – Your work directly shapes learning environments for thousands of studentsGrowth & mentorship – Opportunities to lead, develop, and expand your expertiseAward-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 balanceEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k)Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceWellness ProgramPaid Time OffProfessional Licensing SupportAnd more! *Candidates with less planning experience are encouraged to apply but role placement and annual salary may be in a lower range, such as $90,000-$105,000 for Educational Planner I, or $105,000-120,000 for Educational Planner II. Ready to Make an Impact? If you’re passionate about shaping the long-term future of K–12 school districts and want to see your work move from strategy to reality, we’d love to connect.