About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University (MRU) grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. MRU has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education, and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 13 bachelor degrees and 38 majors. MRU provides exceptional teaching, personalized learning and a strong foundation of experiential learning. We are striving to become one of Canada’s top destinations for undergraduate studies.

MRU is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut'ina, and the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is "Mohkinstsis," which we now call the City of Calgary. The City of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation. Calgary is located in less than one-hour drive from the majestic Canadian Rocky Mountains. The city brings a mix of dynamic big city energy, cheerful western hospitality, and wondrous natural beauty.

MRU is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning, and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.

About the Department of Facilities Management

Mount Royal University’s Facilities Management department is responsible for the planning, development, construction, design, operation, maintenance, safety, security and stewardship of all the buildings, infrastructure, sites and services within Mount Royal's campus community. Through efficient and environmentally sustainable operation, we offer grounds, custodial, building operations, facilities planning, space planning, and project delivery services to provide a physical environment that supports and enhances our academic space for students and staff. Our team of professionals are dedicated to providing customer service excellence. Our staff respond to daily service requests and emergency / priority situations as needed.

About the Role

Reporting to the Director, Planning & Project Delivery, the Facility Planner will work as a team member within the Planning & Project Delivery Department. The incumbent is expected to demonstrate strong work ethic and commitment to excellent customer service. The primary responsibilities of the position are as follows:

• Provide in-house architectural AutoCAD design and support
• Design and develop drawings and specifications for renovation/alteration projects.
• Preparation of furniture layouts and specifications for RFQ's
• Develop and maintain furniture standards for all University facilities
• Provide detailed cost estimates for University operating and capital budgets
• Act as a team lead of the Move Management Team and coordinate all campus moves
• Act as a project coordinator on installation of furniture and signage contracts
• Assist with evaluation and award of project tenders
• Maintain current signage standards throughout campus

Responsibilities

Responsibility 1: Space Planning & In-house AutoCAD Design

• Adhere to design process including specifications, colour and material selection, and so on
• Provide clients with coordinated cost estimates and budgets as well as a project schedule
• Develop conceptual layout and design based on client program

• Maintain as-built drawings, manuals and technical library ensuring technical information is kept up-to-date.
• Assist in space planning exercises.
• Design and develop preliminary detailed architectural drawings.
• Research and design modifications that comply with all governing codes, regulations & proper engineering practices.
• Suggest and design modifications that would provide greater safety and financially benefit MRU.
• Confer with clients to determine factors affecting planning around the interior environment such as budget, architectural standards, practice, purpose, and function

Responsibility 2: Design & Development of Drawings and Specifications

• Provide architectural and furniture layouts
• Prepare specifications and tender packages for renovations, evaluate and recommend tender awards.
• Determine any necessary consequential moves resulting from proposed renovations.
• Reduce reliance on external architectural and design firms.

Responsibility 3: Project Budget Estimates

• Evaluate requests & proposals for new or renovated space & facilities.
• Prepare estimates for renovation requests and University capital budgets.
• Evaluate bids and oversee renovation projects to ensure contracts & schedules are adhered to.

Responsibility 4: Develop & Maintain University Construction & Furniture Specifications

• Develop and prepare detailed furniture specifications and standards.
• Research potential products for renovations.
• Analyze departmental and individual equipment and space requests to determine if requests are valid and consistent with overall University plans and objectives.
• As necessary attend weekly meetings, record minutes and distribute these to all parties involved.

Responsibility 5: Plan, Coordinate, and Oversee Moves and Installs

• Coordinate furniture installs and office moves.
• Other duties as assigned.