Global Space & Occupancy Planning Lead

Cushman & Wakefield; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Retirement savings plans

Paid time away from work

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an Occupancy Planner to deliver tactical planning for global office portfolio management. You will support site assessments, develop long-term space strategies, and collaborate with stakeholders across regions to optimize utilization and occupancy.

The role requires a BA/BS in a related field and 5+ years in corporate real estate, with strong analytical and coordination skills. A comprehensive benefits package is offered with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in a related discipline (e.g. Architecture, Interior Design, CRE & Facilities Management Planning/Coordination, Facilities, Project or Construction Management).
• Minimum of five+ years’ experience in a corporate real estate environment.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to develop conclusions and recommendations.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint; proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

• Project space planning and solution development with Senior Occupancy Planners.
• Client relationship management and project coordination.
• Site strategy support related to space and occupancy analysis; solution outcomes and utilization metrics.
• Maintain and analyze BU demand/supply information.
• Monitor BU demand and supply against approved plan.
• Work with the client on utilization data and sizing model information.
• Apply workplace strategy and design standards to long-term planning recommendations.
• Assess sites and space performance to identify tactical projects and real estate solutions.
• Create current and forecasted Stack Plans; develop space plans and test fits.
• Monitor unplanned activity; manage multiple projects across large teams/time zones.

Skills

Analytical skills

Client relationship management

Project coordination

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Ability to work across time zones

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Excel

PowerPoint

CAFM software

Space management systems

Job description

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an Occupancy Planner to deliver tactical planning for global office portfolio management. You will support site assessments, develop long-term space strategies, and collaborate with stakeholders across regions to optimize utilization and occupancy.

The role requires a BA/BS in a related field and 5+ years in corporate real estate, with strong analytical and coordination skills. A comprehensive benefits package is offered with competitive pay.