Capital & Data Planning Analyst

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Job Title:

Capital & Data Planning Analyst

Department:

Administration and Planning | Planning Architecture and Real Estate Physical Space and Capital Planning

The Capital & Data Planning Analyst plays a key role in supporting university capital planning efforts within the Office of Planning, Architecture, and Real Estate. This role facilitates the development and implementation of the university’s annual Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) within the Workday/Adaptive software

environment as well as through coordination/facilitation of meetings with college/business units and multi-unit Technical Team for review. The position provides comprehensive project and data analytical support to the Director of Facility Planning, the planning and design team, and other university leadership. Also, the planning analyst coordinates and collaborates with facility and financial representative across the enterprise to understand and assess near and long-term capital priorities.  Coordination with university business units/departments, such as Administration and Planning, Business and Finance, and Facilities Design and Construction is required.

Key responsibilities include conducting advanced data analysis utilizing Excel or similar software, developing Tableau dashboards to support decision-making, and applying AI‑enhanced analytical tools to improve forecasting, reporting, and strategic planning. Experience with managing complex processes for a public entity is desired. The position collaborates with university leadership to develop fiscal strategies aligned with Framework, the university’s campus master plan, principles, institutional priorities, and long‑term planning goals. The planning analyst also coordinates all duties related to the state-assigned community projects, as part of the biennial state capital bill. This includes serving as the main liaison between Ohio State University and community organizations that receive funding from the state, by ushering community projects through the entire Joint Use Agreement (JUA) process and then coordinating with Facilities Design and Construction (FDC) to implement the project.  

Data Analysis and Research
This position conducts research and data analysis on topics such as classroom utilization, capital spending by college/unit, and other areas as assigned. The planning analyst prepares and delivers formal presentations, trainings, written summaries, dashboards, and visual analytics. The role also manages datasets to ensure accuracy and usability across capital planning processes and develops graphics, charts, tables, and reports that synthesize complex data into clear insights that support the annual capital plan and other planning initiatives.

Leadership and Capital Planning Support
This role supports leadership decision making by contributing to recommendations on project prioritization, scheduling, and funding for the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). It oversees the maintenance of annual capital submissions and facilitating the biennial submission for state capital submissions and reappropriations. Performs core services including data management, proposal review, consulting with project teams, and responding to information requests. Working closely with the Office of Business and Finance, this role assists in the development of the university’s long-range capital plan.  Additional responsibilities include supporting office operations, coordinating internal initiatives, and mentori