Facilities Planning Coordinator

zpd+a Architects

Chicago, IL

Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Life Insurance , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

COMPANY INFORMATION

zpd+a is an established, Chicago-based, full-service architectural and design firm. We offer architecture, planning, space planning, interior design and corporate branding services for both new structures and adaptive re-use projects.

On occasion, our services will include offering our Clients an on-going set of Facilities Planning and Design services; acting as a seamless extension of their corporate planning and design staff.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Candidate will be based on-site at the Client’s corporate offices, located at Chicago’s downtown. Work maybe both on-site and partially remote. Primary duties will include coordinating and/or overseeing internal programming, planning, design and move coordination projects at the Client’s facilities. Candidate would be working as part of an established corporate Facilities Planning, Design and Management staff.

Responsibilities for this entry level positions would include, but not necessarily be limited to:

1. Provide Facilities Programming & Planning support services as needed within any Client properties.

2. Assist in overseeing internal move coordination duties.

3. Work directly with the Client and zpd+a firm principals to establish and develop planning & design concepts.

4. Provide Facilities Programming & Planning support services as needed within any other Client properties.

5. Provide data input into client’s workflow systems.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

n Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or MFA.

n Proficient in Microsoft Word; Excel; PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook.

n Basic understanding of AutoCAD; ability to prepare quick test fit floor plans.

n Onsite training of clients work flow system will be provided.

The ideal candidate will also possess a keen awareness regarding the components required to deliver innovative, yet realistic developed design solutions that satisfy our Client's stated functional, visual and financial goals. Candidate should possess strong written and verbal communication skills; and enjoy working within a group or one-on one environment and demonstrate successful problem-solving skills.

Having some familiarity with minor interior construction, systems furniture and systems installations is a plus.

JOB SALARY

Initial consulting assignment will run through 12.31.2024; assignment may eventually evolve into a long-term, full-time position. Salary range: negotiable, based on candidate’s level of applicable experience.

Company Description

Excelling at creative and pragmatic design, we integrate sustainability and universal design practices into our clients’ aesthetic, qualitative, and financial objectives on every project. Our staff work in small design-focused project teams that leverage the individual talents and skills of team members to promote an intimate design environment, offering growth opportunities to designers at all stages of their career. We strive to create energetic and inspiring spaces tailored to a variety of user populations: from corporate interiors that inspire team building and workplace creativity, to multi-family and senior living communities facilitating health and activity, to restaurants, community centers, mausoleums and private homes; our design flexibility and user-oriented approach considers the unique narrative of each project. Our projects provide the opportunity to create dynamic, human-centric spaces.

We are committed to providing our colleagues with a friendly and collaborative environment, work-life balance, excellent benefits, and opportunity to explore their professional growth.

Why Work Here?

Small office, big reach! We are an energetic, studio-oriented firm that believes quality design is a priority on all projects, and we are wo

Excelling at creative and pragmatic design, we integrate sustainability and universal design practices into our clients’ aesthetic, qualitative, and financial objectives on every project. Our staff work in small design-focused project teams that leverage the individual talents and skills of team members to promote an intimate design environment, offering growth opportunities to designers at all stages of their career. We strive to create energetic and inspiring spaces tailored to a variety of user populations: from corporate interiors that inspire team building and workplace creativity, to multi-family and senior living communities facilitating health and activity, to restaurants, community centers, mausoleums and private homes; our design flexibility and user-oriented approach considers the unique narrative of each project. Our projects provide the opportunity to create dynamic, human-centric spaces. We are committed to providing our colleagues with a friendly and collaborative environment, work-life balance, excellent benefits, and opportunity to explore their professional growth.