Washington University School of Medicine Looking for Planning Assistant Full Time

Primary Duties
& Responsibilities

• Collects space utilization and existing condition information relative to current planning
  initiatives. Documents those findings. Assist Sr. Planners/Project Managers in analysis of findings and preparation of deliverables/
  presentations.
• Prepares agendas, attends meetings, takes notes, tracks and follow ups on action items for projects assigned to
  assist Sr. Planners/Sr. Project Managers with.
• Researches best planning and project practices relative to current planning
  initiatives and projects. Compiles and compares findings to that of current initiatives and projects. Provides documentation and
  presentation citing references.
• Field verification and documentation of existing items/spaces and newly acquired/newly constructed
  spaces.
• Assists Sr. Planners/Sr. Project Manages with soliciting vendor proposals and vendor oversight.
• Communicates with
  Sr. Planners/Sr. Project Managers regarding efficiency, accuracy, progress and/or delays on assigned projects and assists with planning and
  projects as assigned by the planning or project management team.
• Assists Sr. Planners/Project Managers with project communications,
  reporting, and project filing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in field related to activities in facilities management with a minimum of one prior intern or entry level
  experience in planning or business.
• Energy and enthusiasm – Consistently maintains high levels of activity and productivity.
• Attention to detail – Careful and quality oriented.
• Communication – Clearly conveys information, excellent writing skills.
• Assumes responsibility – Self-starter, willing to interact as a team player, and take independent initiative. Works proactively in
  solving problems and takes action beyond normal responsibilities.
• Computer proficiency – Microsoft Office and a Windows
  environment.