The Project Development and Planning Team is responsible for the planning, implementation, and management of facility-related projects, including new buildings, remodeling, and renovations. Large-scale projects are guided by strategic long-term planning and require funding approval at the Board of Trustees level. Additionally, the team serves as the first point of contact for smaller construction and renovation projects, office move requests, and space planning needs.

What we do:

Designing, constructing, and developing new buildings, facilities, or campus expansions. Focus on new buildings, large expansions, and future campus growth. Larger projects requiring extensive planning, approvals, and funding, often involving architects, engineers, and developers.

Examples:

• Constructing a new academic building or student center.
• Expanding campus infrastructure (e.g., roads, utilities, parking structures).
• Expanding water, sewage, and electrical systems to support new campus buildings.
• Constructing new walkways, bike lanes, or bridges to improve mobility across campus.
• Large-scale master planning for future campus growth

Remodel and Renovation Project Initiation (This link will direct you to a ServiceNow form)

Before submitting your request, make sure you read the “Determine Your Needs, Project Scheduling, and Lead Time” below for the various options. Make sure you have a good description of the scope of work desired and keep in mind that we still need to observe all procurement guidelines.

Please consider the following questions before requesting services:

• Can you justify the project you are requesting?
• What is the scope of work being requested?
• What is the budget you have set aside for this project?
• Do you have authorization from your supervisor to submit request?
• When do you need this project to be completed by?
• What is the reason for this deadline?

Please allow adequate time for your project to be scheduled for any necessary procurement requirements that need to comply with. Keep in mind that:

• Incomplete submissions will not be scheduled and will be sent back requesting more information.
• Priority will be given to projects that are connected to LSC strategic goals.
• Changing the scope or direction of a project can extend turnaround time.
• Alterations to a project design can extend turnaround time.
• Deadlines submitted by the client are subject to review.
• Projects with deadlines faster than what is listed here may require department approval.
• An Architect may be required if the overall construction cost is greater than $50,000 and the project involves alteration or additions regarding walls, doors, or exits.
• An Engineer may be required if the overall project cost is over $8,000.

Meet the Team: