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The*University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB)*is currently seeking a *Lead**Capital Budgets & Projects Planner* to join the Office of Real Estate, Planning, and Space Management. The Lead Capital Budgets & Projects Planner will be expected to support the Office of Real Estate, Planning, and Space Management on planning projects aimed at addressing UMB’s deferred maintenance backlog, space deficiencies, and programmatic needs. In particular, the ideal candidate will be responsible for the planning and scoping for medium and large capital projects. This includes working with private architecture and engineering firms to complete the necessary State of Maryland capital budget request documents. The candidate will be responsible for coordinating with the Department of Budget and Management, the Department of Legislative Affairs, the Board of Regents, and the University System of Mayland’s central office to justify, explain, and elaborate on capital projects. **BENEFITS (Exempt Regular):** UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 16 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). /**/ *UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland*. /The ideal candidate will personally connect with the Administration and Finance Guiding Principles which closely mirror UMB’s core values: Respect and Integrity, Well-Being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery./ *PRIMARY DUTIES:* * Lead the planning and scoping of medium and large-scale capital projects that address deferred maintenance, space optimization, and evolving programmatic needs across the University. Lead implementation of capital budget projects and plans. * Serve as the university’s liaison in capital budget and project planning by coordinating capital project submissions, and developing State of Maryland Department of Budget and Management Part 1 and Part 2 Capital Programs. * Manage coordination and communications with key state and system-level stakeholders, including the Department of Budget and Management, the Department of Legislative Services, the University System of Maryland (USM), and the Board of Regents. * Assist in conducting planning studies including campus space planning. Assist in preparing alternatives analyses, and preparing program plan-specific facilities as needed by the campus. * Facilitate end-user engagement, and develop preliminary cost estimates and cash flows for proposed capital investments. * Assess project feasibility, scheduling, and phasing strategies for complex capital initiatives. * Assist in the preparation and submission of project justifications, legislative briefings, and supporting documentation to advance capital funding requests. * Participate in the development of competitive solicitations for capital budget projects in collaboration with design and consultant teams. * Perform other duties as assigned. *MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS* *Education: *Bachelor's degree in regional or urban planning, architecture, engineering, construction management, or other related field. *Experience: *Five (5) years of related experience, preferably in higher education or another large institutional setting. *Certification/Licensure:* None. *Other:** *Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of related experience. In instances where specific education and/or experience is required only directly related education and/or experience may be substituted. *KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:* * Knowledge of best practices in urban, academic, and facilities planning. * Knowledge of best practices in urban revitalization. * Strong knowledge and understanding of capital project planning processes. Strong knowledge and understanding in facilities programming and long-range planning preferred. * Demonstrated ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and manage relationships with design professionals, state agencies, and university leadership. * Demonstrated ability to translate programmatic requirements into physical planning strategies, cost models, and phasing approaches. * Proficiency in space utilization analysis, building condition assessments, and master planning principles. * Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare compelling reports and presentations tailored to senior leadership and external stakeholders. * Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software. Familiarity with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, or similar planning/design tools preferred. **HIRING RANGE:**$85,000 - $94,000 per year (Commensurate with education and experience) UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact [email protected]. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information. **Job:** **Reg or CII Exempt Staff* **Organization:** **Real Estate Planning and Space Management* **Title:** *Lead Capital Budgets & Projects Planner * **Location:** *null* **Requisition ID:** *250000TO*