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Senior Planner Estimator-March 2024

New Brunswick

Mar 28, 2026

About Senior Planner Estimator

　　Position Details

　　Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Senior Planner Estimator
Job Category	URA-AFT Administrative
Department	IPO-Planning Dev & Design
Overview	The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Senior Planner Estimator for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O). Under the guidance and direction of the Assistant Director of Design in the Office of Architecture and Design, this professional is responsible for assisting in managing all sizes and various types of planning and design of special projects, grant applications, and feasibility studies.Among the key duties of this position are the following: This position has statewide responsibilities and therefore addresses a wide variety of academic, administrative, research, healthcare, and infrastructure projects. The Senior Design Planner Estimator will take an active role to assist the Assistant Director of Design in engaging and managing both internal resources and external consultants to undertake projects. Assist in the coordination and management efforts of University staff and/or external architects and engineers for planning and design efforts of all types and sizes of capital (over $5 million project costs) and non-capital (below $5 million project costs). Interact with other departments of the Division of Institutional Planning and Operations and support service departments of the University as required to assist the Assistant Director of Design with the successful completion of grant applications, feasibility studies, and vision documents. Applies signature and NJ Registered Architect seal or NJ Professional Engineer seal to design and construction documents when required. Working under the Assistant Director of Design and the Assistant University Architect (within in Planning, Development, and Design), maintains project lists and assignments, participates in project coordination meetings, develops scopes of work reflective of end user needs, and assists with procurement and contracting process for architects and engineers. Manages time and plans efforts as required to successfully assist in executing multiple projects simultaneously, with limited administrative support from other staff. Performs other duties as required by departmental and division needs, as assigned by the Assistant Director of Design and the Assistant University Architect.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	06
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	72833.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	90741.000
Annual Maximum Salary	108649.000
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to . Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

　　Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's degree or higher in architecture from a college or university having an architecture curriculum accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board or a bachelor's degree in engineering from a college or university having an TAC/ABET accredited engineering technology program. A minimum of two (2) years post-licensure in the field of architecture or engineering, with demonstration of knowledge of design and construction principles.
Certifications/Licenses	Current registration or licensure as a Registered Architect or Professional Engineer in the United States; upon hire the employee will have a six month period of time to obtain a New Jersey Architect's license via the New Jersey's Licensure by Credentials process or a New Jersey Professional Engineer license. Use of personal vehicle in order to travel for business demands; a valid driver's license would be required for this position.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Strong communications skills are required, as is the ability to work with a wide range of technical, professional, and academic personnel. Valid driver's license required.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience working with facilities associated with higher education is desired. Experience working with the principles of sustainable design and environmental analysis.
Equipment Utilized	Proficiency in standard office equipment and Microsoft Office platform required. Working knowledge of principles of Computer Aided Design (CAD) software required.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Most duties will be undertaken in a standard office environment. Some duties will require travel among campuses and to off-site locations, and site tours at active construction sites will occur.
Special Conditions	Clean Driving Record

　　Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST1961
Posting Open Date	07/26/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Off Campus
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details	33 Knightsbridge Rd.

　　Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

　　Immunization Requirements Under Policy 60.1.35 , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

　　Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, p regnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address:

　　It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, p regnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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