The Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC) is a vibrant, pluralistic learning community committed to students’ intellectual and personal growth. The College bridges the economic and educational opportunity gap for students, more than half of whom are the first in their families to attend college. Working to strengthen a culture of care inside and outside the classroom, we share a passion for learning with students from around the world. Strategically located in downtown Manhattan, the College is in close proximity to the artistic communities of Tribeca and SoHo, the dynamic downtown financial district, and the center of New York City government at City Hall. BMCC prides itself on the diversity of our students. We are an inclusive community that promotes an atmosphere of mutual respect for each member’s ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, and national origin, among other personal characteristics. BMCC’s motto speaks to this shared sense of purpose and possibility: Start Here, Go Anywhere. We strive to increase degree completion, successful transfer, career achievement, and service and leadership within our community, New York City, and beyond.
Reporting directly to the Vice President for Finance and Administration, the Facilities Planning Director will work closely with CUNY's Office of Facilities Planning, Construction and Management, the Department of Space Planning and Capital Budget, and the Department of Design, Construction and Management to ensure that good contextual design permeates the integrated programmatic, financial and physical planning process.
Major areas of responsibility include architecture (new construction, renovations and alterations to existing facilities), site and space planning, interior design, code compliance, relocation management, space management, furniture, furnishings, flooring and window treatment, signage, artwork, interior plant scaping, contract administration, construction administration, consultant coordination, budget planning and capital budget preparation.
The duties of the position include but are not limited to the following:
- Developing appropriate architectural design standards that establish the framework for future projects.
- Collaborating on the development of preliminary design guidelines, conceptual design analysis, cost analysis, evaluation of alternatives, and implementation of schedules for projects being scoped for inclusion in the capital budget.
- Communicating project-specific architectural design criteria and guidelines to design consultants, contractors and end users.
- Collaborating with the Vice President for Finance and Administration on the evaluation of project-specific knowledge, skills and abilities of architectural and engineering consultants, and participating in the selection process.
- Assisting in the presentation of project development for the approval of CUNY's Facilities Committee and CUNY's Board of Trustees for projects costing more than $500,000.
- Representing Borough of Manhattan Community College on University committees, when required.
- Plan and design, which involves the expansion and alteration of parking lots, the creation of new vehicular roadways, exterior ramps, pedestrian walkways, and the selection of site furniture and site amenities.
- Identifies projects to be presented to the Vice President for Finance and Administration for consideration.
- Monitors each phase of a project for compliance with a myriad of Federal, State and local codes, which include: building, fire, health and other codes, regulations, guidelines and reference standards.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum:
Bachelor's degree in planning, architecture, engineering, or related field and eight (8) years' applicable experience is required.
Preferred:
- Proficient in AutoCAD or similar type of design/architectural software
- Experience in higher education facilities management, space planning, and capital projects.
- Knowledge of CUNY/NYS regulations, asset management, and procurement.
- Strong communication, project management, and customer service skills.
CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW
Directs, plans, and supports the facilities and space requirements of academic programs and other facilities as required.
Works with Directors and Department Chairs to determine short- and long-range facilities requirements
Facilitates the design and renovation of classrooms and laboratories
Participates in long-range planning for academic department needs
Performs space utilization and efficiency studies, determines space needs, and prepares master plans
Manages space inventory databases
Coordinating with University resources, assists in managing major design and construction projects
Performs other duties as required.
Job Title Name: Facilities Planning Director
CUNY TITLE
Higher Education Officer
FLSA
Exempt
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary range is $113,982 - $122,201; commensurate with qualifications, education and experience.
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
HOW TO APPLY
For full consideration, submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY's web-based job system, addressing how your experience and credentials fulfill the responsibilities and qualifications outlined. The direct link to the job opening from external sources is:
Current CUNY employees must apply through CUNYfirst Employee Self Service using your login credentials. After you login to CUNYfirst, navigate to job openings by following the path from the Main Menu: Employee Self Service –>Careers
CLOSING DATE
March 12, 2026
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
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