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Planning Services

Our highly collaborative services range from data gathering and master planning to the critical stage of pre-bond planning. We reflect specific client needs and maximize client resources to prepare for achievable programs and projects.

A Collaborative approach for Today and Tomorrow

MAAS guides and supports program exploration and preparation from early assessments and master planning to the critical pre-bond services that translate master plans into programs. Our highly collaborative planning approach merges master plan development with successful implementation strategies to engage communities and prepare facilities leaders and district teams for bond approval and successful program implementation.

Our Planning Services

Research and Engagement
Quantitative and qualitative data collection and constituent engagement are the backbone of the planning process
Campus-Wide Surveys
Stakeholder Interviews
Constituent Group Input
Internal Environmental Scan
External Environmental Scan
Existing Condition Assessments
REview and Analysis
Coalescing data and documents with forecasts for future needs creates the nexus for next steps
Program of Instruction Analysis and Forecasting
Future Growth and Space Forecasting
Plan Integration: Strategic Plans, Educational Master Plans, Facilities Master Plans, Technology Plans, Program Reviews, and other planning documents
Documentation and Preservation
Clear writing and presentations convert data into inspiration and plan ownership
Document Preparation and Writing
Open Forums / Campus-Wide Presentations
Pre-Bond Consulting
Translating planning outcomes to programs and linking programs to funding that fulfills goals and missions
Facilities funding plan development
Cost estimate and budget validation
Project prioritization
Ancillary project identification
Community outreach, engagement, and communication
Program and project delivery model analysis and selection
Program manager solicitation support

Our Approach

Our continuum of services enables us to support clients with a flexible and scalable approach. Whether a standalone planning survey or full bond program management, we have the expertise to help and the technology and tools to support it.

Start With Data

From existing condition assessments to full master planning, stakeholder interviews to bond preparation, MAAS guides and supports program exploration and preparation.

Research and Engagement

Quantitative and qualitative data collection and constituent engagement are the backbone of the planning process.

Review and
Analysis

Coalescing data and documents with forecasts for future needs creates the nexus for next steps.

Documentation and Presentation

Clear writing and presentations convert data into inspiration and plan ownership.

SET THE STAGE

In between master plan development and program implementation is the critical state of pre-bond planning, project prioritization, and community engagement. MAAS advocates for the program and engages with communities to get bond programs off the ground successfully.

Pre-Bond Consulting

Translating planning outcomes to programs and linking programs to funding fulfills goals and missions.

Build the Framework

From individual projects to multi-million dollar programs, MAAS simultaneously monitors and controls scope, schedule, budget, quality, resources, and risk to give our clients peace of mind in successful program management.

Program Management

Support THE TEAM

STAFF AUGMENTATION

MAAS’s accounting, architectural, project management, and support professionals can supplement internal client resources to lead and support major capital improvement programs.

ForSitePro Software

MAAS supports project and financial management with our proprietary web-based software solution, ForSitePro.

Look to the Future

We know our clients’ work is never finished. As community needs change and evolve, MAAS provides resources, data, and ongoing support to prepare and manage future planning initiatives, bond programs, and capital projects.
"MAAS is the epitome of outstanding customer service all wrapped together with an industry knowledgeable team with the upmost professionalism. Truly the best in the business!"
Dr. Shannon Soto
Chief Administrative Officer, Compton Unified School District
"I have enjoyed working with MAAS in the planning and programming phases – employing a collaborative approach – working with community and user groups to envision a better future."
Mariana Levazzo
Director of School Planning, LPA Architects
“I’ve worked with MAAS on several programs over the past two decades most recently for Oceanside USD. They are always extremely organized, proactive and a great benefit to the districts they team with.”
Kevin Fleming
Principal, DLR Group
“Working with staff from MAAS is like working with district staff; they are timely, knowledgeable, communicative, responsive, and professional. They are a trusted partner in improving the overall experience within our facilities for students and staff.”
Dr. Julie Vitale
Superintendent, Oceanside Unified School District