Facilities Planner III

Job Title: Facilities Planner III Job Code: CM1195 Location: New Orleans, LA Reports to: Program Manager FLSA Status: Exempt Supervisory: No supervisory/management authority Prepared Date: 11/3/2026

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify. This position requires an active Secret clearance.

Position Summary:

Cherokee Federal is seeking an experienced Facilities Planner III to provide advisory and assistance services to the Marine Forces Reserve (MARFORRES) Facilities Directorate in support of Military Construction (MILCON) projects. The position gathers and analyzes Project Readiness Index 0 (PRI-0) data, develops draft planning documentation, and provides technical recommendations for Government consideration. The planner assists Government personnel in documenting mission needs, facility deficiencies, proposed project scopes, and justifications. Government officials retain responsibility for validating requirements, approving documentation, establishing priorities, making funding decisions, directing Government contracts, and accepting completed work.

Compensation & Benefits:

Starting Salary Range for Facilities Planner III: Pay commensurate with experience. Benefits That Set Us Apart When considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.

Highlights include:

• Up to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security
• Paid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage
• Basic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Professional development, training, and certification support
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection Because taking care of our employees isn’t just a promise, it’s part of who we are. Benefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities:

Includes the following:

• Gather, organize, and analyze source data supporting PRI-0 development, including mission requirements, facility conditions, space utilization, personnel and equipment needs, and operational constraints.
• Develop draft PRI-0 packages and initial DD Form 1391 documentation for Government review, validation, and approval, including proposed scope, project justification, existing deficiencies, and potential impacts if the project is not provided.
• Prepare draft Basic Facility Requirements (BFRs) and support space analyses.
• Identify data gaps, inconsistencies, and assumptions for resolution by the appropriate Government representatives.
• Assist Government personnel in coordinating with supported units, NAVFAC, USACE, and technical specialists to gather site information, preliminary cost inputs, schedules, and supporting assessments.
• Analyze preliminary sitting, utility, environmental, real property, access, and operational constraints.
• Document findings and recommend additional studies or actions for Government consideration.
• Review draft planning packages for completeness, consistency, and traceability.
• Track outstanding information and review comments and prepare briefings to inform Government prioritization and programming decisions.
• Participate in planning meetings, design charrettes, site visits, and project reviews in an advisory capacity.
• Assist in developing proposed construction phasing and swing-space plans.
• Analyze potential operational impacts and recommend measures for Government consideration.
• Track project milestones, cost and schedule information, funding needs, and potential risks.
• Prepare draft status reports and identify matters requiring Government action.
• Provide administrative and technical support for project meetings, site visits, and Requests for Information by tracking correspondence, compiling technical input, and preparing draft responses for Government review and issuance.
• Collect and organize closeout documentation and warranty information, identify missing records, and assist the Closeout Team in maintaining Government-designated project files.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No supervisory/management authority

Basic Qualifications:

• Demonstrated ability to develop draft PRI-0 packages, DD Form 1391 narratives, and supporting analyses with minimal supervision for Government review, validation, and approval.
• Ability to interpret facility records, planning criteria, drawings, and cost information; identify incomplete or inconsistent data; and coordinate resolution with technical specialists and Government stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Demonstrate the ability to carry out support tasks related to facilities operations as presented.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.
• Travel required (approximately 50%).
• Must be a US Citizen.
• This position requires an active Secret clearance.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, planning, construction management, or a related discipline is preferred.
• 3-5 years’ experience working with US Government construction agencies (NAVFAC/USACE) highly desired.

Work Environment:

Work is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment.

Company Information:

Behind every government mission stands skilled, mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Cherokee Nation Strategic Programs, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com. #CherokeeFederal Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply. Legal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Many of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement Cherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process. Cherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. To request an accommodation in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at careers@cherokee-federal.com. This position is subject to pre-employment drug testing. Cherokee Federal maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations. This position may be contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation. The scope of the investigation will be commensurate with position requirements and applicable law.