Capital and Property Planning Manager

University of Missouri-Columbia
parental leave, paid time off
United States, Missouri, Columbia
801 Conley Avenue (Show on map)
Oct 07, 2025
Hiring Department Finance Administration Job Description Job Overview: The University of Missouri - Columbia is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive professional to support the university's real property portfolio. This position plays a vital role in managing decision making processes for real property contributing to the strategic development and stewardship of university-owned and leased properties. Key Responsibilities: Manage campus level governance and approvals to support real property decisions including space utilization, financial stewardship, acquisitions, dispositions, leases, easements, and licenses. Analyze effectiveness of current activities and provide recommendations for improvements or key changes. Evaluate property and space inventories to identify opportunities for monetization or strategic realignment using physical and financial analysis. Support strategic planning for space optimization. Develop operational cost information for various types of real property in the campus portfolio. Support internal departments with space planning, property use requests, and real estate-related inquiries, taking a strategic, future thinking approach. Validate division level requests, and seek MU stakeholder input (ie Finance, Campus Facilities, Space Planning & Management, MUPD, Parking, etc). Maintain awareness and participate in MU master planning and capital planning. Maintain awareness of MU Health Care portfolio to coordinate related efforts. Partner with UM System Real Estate as they initiate due diligence processes on MU's behalf. Partner with UM Real Estate to monitor lease databases; track key dates and ensure compliance with lease terms and/or develop alternative options with the financial health of the University in mind. Collaborate with UM Procurement to gather input from MU units for vendor RFPs involving leased campus space. Prepare reports, summaries, and presentations for university leadership. Ensure compliance with University of Missouri System policies, state regulations, and applicable laws. Shift Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 5 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary Preferred Qualifications Degree in real estate, business administration, urban planning, public administration, or a related field Experience in higher education or public sector real estate or property and space utilization Experience in understanding operational and capital expenses related to owned and leased facilities 5 years of experience in real estate, property management, or facilities coordination Familiarity with building space inventory systems (e.g., Archibus), lease management software, and GIS tools Demonstrated strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills Anticipated Hiring Range Salary Range: $70,000 - $85,000 Grade: GGS 11 University Title: Senior Business Services Consultant Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR. Application Materials Cover Letter and Resume Community Information Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be! Benefit Eligibility This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.