Facility Planner – Signage

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University of North Carolina – Charlotte

• The employee will review design plans and specifications for functionality, attainment of programming needs and technical specifications, design efficiency and building code compliance.
• Work includes the ability to translate conceptual ideas to specific programming, project design and space layout, development and management of related databases, prioritize capital improvement projects, and entail directing work of vendors and/or contractors.
• The employee will work with campus stakeholders and external vendors to create formal signage plans to meet the needs of a proposed facility or renovation, develop projected cost estimates based on cost trends, and conduct planning/project meetings, and serves as a liaison with outside designers and reviewing agencies, facilities services personnel, and county and local government officials.
• Strong emphasis on graphic design and project management.

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in the area of assignment and at least eight years of professional experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Education, Knowledge,

Skills and Experience:

• Knowledge of industry standards and design principles for building signage is preferred.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to effectively anticipate and respond to requests for information and assistance.
• Flexible and innovative with ability to manage responsibilities and multiple priorities in a time-critical environment.
• Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism.
• Ability to effectively communicate the English language (reading, writing, interpretation, and comprehension) required.
• Exemplary skills in verbal, written and interpersonal communications.
• Proficient in Computer Software:
  Adobe SUITE :
  Illustrator, Photoshop;
  AutoCAD, Trimble Google Sketch Up and Lay Out;
  Microsoft Suite:
  Excel, PowerPoint, Project planning, and other related software.
• Member of appropriate graphic design or other related professional organizations.
• Ability to effectively work/interact with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
• Ability to foster and create an atmosphere of teamwork.
• Ability to possess, maintain, or obtain a valid driver’s license upon appointment to the position.

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