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Senior Space Planning Manager

JLL

Fort McMurray

On-site

CAD 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

Yesterday
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Job summary

A leading global real estate firm is seeking a Senior Space Planning Manager in Fort McMurray to optimize space utilization and manage projects. This position requires extensive experience in occupancy planning and project management, with proficiency in CAD and MS Project. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, and will work directly with clients to meet their expectations. Flexible working hours and the ability to handle multiple tasks are necessary.

Benefits

Flexible working hours
Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

  • 6-10 years of occupancy planning, facility, or project experience in a Corporate Real Estate environment.
  • Minimum 2 years as an Occupancy Planning Manager or related experience.
  • Experience managing 1000+ employee relocations.

Responsibilities

  • Manage space allocation per approved master facilities plans.
  • Serve as single point of contact for CAFM/IWMS database and drawing support.
  • Conduct regular meetings with vendors and stakeholders.

Skills

Occupancy planning
Project management
Analytical skills
Communication
Organizational skills

Education

Degree in architecture or related field

Tools

CAD
MS Project
Advanced Excel
Job description
Overview

Join JLL's Corporate Real Estate team as a Senior Space Planning Manager in Fort McMurray. This role combines strategic occupancy planning with project management support to optimize space utilization across office and operational areas. You will manage client relationships, analyze real estate portfolios, and support move management activities while serving as the primary point of contact for space data management systems.

Please note: Our client requires that all workers operating at their sites undergo drug testing (including pre-employment, reasonable cause, random and post-incident) to gain and continue to have access to their sites and equipment. Apply only if you agree with this mandatory condition.

What You Will Do
Space Data Management
  • Serve as single point of contact for CAFM/IWMS database and drawing support
  • Lead recurring site data validation and space audits to ensure current seat assignments and floor plans
  • Maintain drawing compliance with data standards and interpret portfolio changes
  • Support allocation cycles and related reporting as Subject Matter Expert
Planning and Implementation
  • Manage space allocation per approved master facilities plans for relocations and moves
  • Collect population data for strategic facilities planning and ensure planning supports growth requirements
  • Track and report occupancy by department for cost allocation purposes
  • Develop occupancy strategies with leadership and planning teams
  • Validate finance-approved headcount projections for 1-3 year planning horizon
Space Management and Analysis
  • Maintain facilities drawings on CAD system using agreed file formats and standards
  • Update record drawings timely as spaces are remodeled
  • Conduct site audit data reviews with local Facilities Management for validation
  • Report current and forecasted supply/capacity for three-year rolling timeframe
Move/Project Management
  • Review project status reports, process purchase orders and invoices
  • Manage project scope, budget, and change orders with clients
  • Conduct regular meetings with vendors and stakeholders on schedules
  • Identify and address project liabilities and risks
  • Oversee vendor procurement and supplier management
  • Manage work orders, furniture reconfigurations, and space enhancements
Client Communication and Management
  • Understand and manage client expectations with positive interaction
  • Provide diplomatic, constructive and productive feedback
  • Proactively identify opportunities for improvement in project execution
  • Collaborate with occupancy planning teams, project managers, and facilities management
What You Will Bring
  • 6-10 years of occupancy planning, facility, project or construction related experience in a Corporate Real Estate environment
  • Minimum 2 years as an Occupancy Planning Manager, Senior Relocation Project Manager, or related experience
  • Experience managing 1000+ employee relocations
  • CAD/CAFM proficiency with move management module and/or CAFM systems
  • Advanced Excel and MS Project skills
  • Knowledge of architectural drawings and space planning concepts
  • Experience managing move project budgets, schedules, and change orders
  • Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills with executive-level client interaction
  • Detail-oriented with flexibility for travel and varied hours
  • Ability to multitask independently and in teams
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity and solve complex problems
  • Background in occupancy planning, project management, construction management, architecture or project strategy planning preferred
Physical Requirements
  • Work flexible hours
  • Lift up to 50 lbs
  • Walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crawl
  • Work in various weather conditions as needed
  • Drive to client sites within region as needed
Location

On-site – Fort McMurray, AB

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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