Asset Planning Manager Research
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Job Description
- Employment Type: Full Time continuing position
- Remuneration: Competitive package available
- Location: UNSW Kensington Campus (Hybrid Working Opportunities)
About UNSW
UNSW isnt like other places youve worked. Yes were a large organisation with a diverse and talented community a community doing extraordinary things. Together we are driven to be thoughtful practical and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. If you want a career where you can thrive be challenged and do meaningful work youre in the right place.
Why Your Role Matters
As an Asset Planning Manager you play a pivotal role in the strategic planning and allocation of campus facilities to foster a vibrant and inclusive campus environment. The position requires a comprehensive understanding of space utilisation and planning concepts to support the universitys education research and social impact objectives.
Working closely with faculties divisions Estate Management and university leadership you will develop and implement strategies that optimise space utilisation and operational efficiencies.
The role works within a team responsible for the faculties of Science Engineering and Medicine & Health; and the Division of Research. The role is for Faculty of Engineering portfolio but you may be assigned to other faculties or divisions or may work across the portfolio; this could change to support priorities and team workload.
This role sits within UNSW Estate Management reports to the Senior Manager Campus Planning and has no direct reports.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with key faculty and division stakeholders to understand their education research and social impact objectives identifying areas in the physical environment that impact their success.
- Identify and apply improvement opportunities such as refurbishment repurpose leasing or reallocation that better serve the university and its community.
- Develop and implement longterm strategic plans to optimise the universitys estate portfolio that align with faculty/divisional strategies the universitys goals and overall campus development plan
- Work with other Asset Planning Managers to assess education workspace research and student space needs.
- Analyse and report on space usage through booking data occupancy patterns and other relevant metrics to identify areas for improvement.
- Review space and capital investment needs negotiating and resolving requests/issues and allocations that support diverse campus activities and priorities.
- Prepare executivelevel business cases including full costbenefit analysis to support decision making.
- Develop functional briefs for estate improvement and development projects. Work with EM project and development teams to ensure briefs are translated into effective designs that meet stakeholder needs and business objectives.
- Lead the development and of communication change and training plans for stakeholders affected by construction projects including through the engagement of external change resources.
For more information regarding the responsibilities for this role please refer to the Position Description at
Skills and Experience Summary
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in architecture design facilities management or related field.
- Experience in space or campus planning with a proven track record in managing research laboratories and workspaces in university or research institutions is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of space utilisation principles learning space design principles facility standards equipment requirements and safety and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent problemsolving skills.
- Experience in consultation influencing and negotiation with a proven ability to engage with diverse stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
- Proficiency in space management software CAD tools and other technologies for space analysis visualisation and project management is desirable
For further information on the role & responsibilities please refer to the Position Description. This position often requires attendance on campus in short notice circumstances.
How to Apply: Submit your CV & cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the job (as per the skills & experience bullet points in the job description before Sunday 4 May at 11:55pm.
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role valid Australian working rights are required on application. The University reserves the right to not progress with any appointment.
UNSW Benefits and Culture: People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include:
- Flexible Working Options (work from home flexible hours etc)
- Additional 3 days leave during December festive period.
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50 discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17 Superannuation contributions additional leaveloading paymentsand salary sacrifice.
- Discounts and entitlements (retail education fitness passport)
Job queries contact: Tai James Talent Acquisition Consultant
E: (applications to the address cannot be accepted please apply online)
The University reserves the right to suspend or cancel any recruitment cycles where necessary.
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds those living with disabilities members of the LGBTIQ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
