Learning Environment Planner / Strategist

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

Directs and gathers data and performs senior level research and strategic analysis of factors that
affect learning environments (i.e. student learning styles, organizational culture, paradigm shifts
etc.) Once changes are implemented, analysis effects of these changes on client sites.
Initiates/develops/reviews/directs/guides design and technical staff to develop solutions based on
project scope.
Manages project work plan. Ensures adherence to set budget working closely with Project
Manager and/or client on potential variances to the budget.
Continually reviews and conducts on-going research on workplace strategies. Writes papers on
strategies topics and makes public presentations.
Provides guidance to design staff to use learning environment strategies solutions to select furniture
and fixtures.
Provides guidance to design staff to use learning environment strategies solutions to develop
space plans.
In unusual circumstances may be required to assist with support for field surveys.
Manages Design Strategy/Planning/Post-Occupancy budget. Ensures adherence to set budget
and immediately informs PM and/or client of any potential variances to the budget.
Works with leaders and Business Development staff to look for opportunities to sell strategies
services to existing and potential clients. Assists Business Development by writing proposals and
making client presentations.
Manages and mentors the work of local Strategies staff. Oversees tasks and provide feedback on
work product.
Oversees client interface and leads the maintaining and fostering of client relationships.
Supports Senior Director of Strategy in developing and implementing strategy growth and
expansion of services in the market.
Actively participates and contributes in practice development teams and initiatives; leads multiple
key initiatives.
Significantly contributions to thought leadership through available channels (ie. blog posts, white
paper, speaking engagements, podcasts).

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Working knowledge of the major phases of the design process.
Subject matter expert in strategy services.
Advanced documentation and field observational skills.
Experience and understanding in consulting methodologies and practices.
Extensive verbal, presentation and written communication skills.
Ability to direct presentation and graphic communication requirements.
Demonstrated ability to manage and lead staff through a combination of direct authority and
subject matter expertise.
Working knowledge of budget preparation and proven ability to manage projects within
budgetary constraints.
Adobe Create Suite skills.
Intermediate MS Office Suite skill.

Ashley McGraw offers a collaborative and friendly work culture. Located in the beautiful Finger Lakes Region of Central New York, we are group of people bound together by our appreciation of the natural resources around us and our commitment to designing beautiful, sustainable buildings.

Our unlimited paid time off policy enables our staff to balance their work and home live to their maximum advantage. Whether working in the office or remotely, we stay connected through regular team meetings, firm-side meetings and happy hours.

Ashley McGraw is committed to creating a diverse workforce, founded on equity and opportunity. We maintain our Living Future Institute JUST label and support our employee’s engagements with civic and community organizations. Our employees are member of the AIA, ASID, NESEA, IIDA, GBCI, LFI and other professional and social organizations.

We maintain a robust mentoring program to foster the creativity and professional development of every individual. This is a lively and entertaining culture where talented and interesting people join together to build great things.

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