Job Title

Sr. Occupancy Planner

Job Description Summary

The Sr. Planning Manager’s primary focus is to manage a team of strategic space and occupancy planners with expertise in supporting supply and demand planning, real estate strategy, workplace design, space analysis and space efficiency within the Client’s real estate portfolio. The Sr Planning Manager is responsible for leading the development of workplace solutions that are driven by the client’s business and cultural objectives. A primary responsibility will be to collaborate with team members to guide programming, identify goals, support the creation and implementation of space and occupancy strategies and plans that maximize the user experience and minimize resistance to the change.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Analysis of forecasted headcount and seat projectionsSupport change management and communication plans as it relates to space/occupancy planningProvides proposals to maximize space efficiencies while implementing solutions in-line with corporate real estate goalsCollaborates with Real Estate Portfolio Strategist, Project Management, Occupancy Planners and other CRE team membersBusiness Partner RelationshipCoordinate with business partners on headcount forecasts and seat supplyAnalyticsAnalysis of behavioral trends determines occupancy solutions and informs decisionsOrganizes all data analytics and space solutions into presentation format for client deliveryAssist the team in performing site assessments to review space efficiencies, utilization metrics and supply and demand studiesDevelop and maintain excellent working relationships with business partners, vendor partners and ClientContribute to workplace trends/strategies and future ways of workingReviewing space and design standards adherenceAssisting with design choices (finishes and materials) on building projectsProvide input on FF&E on projectsReview FF&E shop drawings Identify and align with Project team for AV and electrical coordinationReport and obtain approval from project team on any FF&E changes different from Basis of Design

Skills & Process

Strong verbal presentation skills, ability to communicate to executive levelStrong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skillsAbility to process work quickly, accurately and with changing prioritiesAbility to develop user documentation as it relates to functionsAbility to effectively interpret and apply policy and procedureBasic understanding of Corporate Real Estate and Financial concepts

People

Strong team player who is adaptable and capable of driving changeEffective oral and written communicating skillsAdvanced relationship building skillsAbility to instruct and coach others in all skill areas of process, people, and toolsSupervise a team

Systems & Tools

Advanced to expert skills in ExcelAdvanced skills in Adobe and Microsoft application suites in support of role function and broader Occupancy Planning as well as building presentations to present to executive levelAdvanced understanding of CAFM\IWMS for Space Management Experience (Serraview is a plus)Minimum of 7 years of experience in a corporate environment.Possess strong analytical skills and the ability to develop conclusions and recommendations.Possess working knowledge of CAFM software, space management systems, and relational database functionality.Proficiency in architectural and engineering drawings, concepts & design.Experienced in managing projects of varied scope and complexity. Possess working knowledge of various office furniture systems. Proficiency in MS Office Suite software applications.Experience in communicating with all levels of management.Strong organizational with attention to detail.Strong communication skills.Proactively searches for process improvement.

Education

BA/BS degree in a related discipline or field of study (i.e. Architecture, Interior Design, Corporate Real Estate & Facilities Management Planning/Coordination, Facilities, Project or Construction Management, etc.) or 10+ years of experience

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $108,800.00 - $128,000.00

Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative​ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without  regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

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