Global Workplace Design & Space Strategy Leader

Jobtailor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an experienced workplace design leader to redevelop strategy, standards, and principles across a global real estate portfolio. You will create innovative, functional environments that promote collaboration, focus, and productivity while meeting codes and sustainability standards.

You will mentor an in-house designer, collaborate with Technology and Workplace Operations, and guide test-fit studies and space analyses at multiple locations worldwide. A strong portfolio is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Interior Design required.
• Minimum of 10 years of workplace strategy development and implementation within an architectural/interior design firm.
• Excellent digital design presentation abilities.
• 3D freehand sketching ability is a plus.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Knowledge of Revit is a plus.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
• Portfolio showcasing recent workplace design projects.

Responsibilities

• Redevelop, enhance, and implement global workplace design strategy, standards, and design principles.
• Create innovative, high-quality, functional, and efficient workplace environments across Jobtailor’s global real estate portfolio.
• Ensure designs promote collaboration, focus, flexibility, and productivity while complying with local building codes, regulations, and sustainability standards.
• Balance global design consistency with location-specific architectural character, culture, and context.
• Support procurement and oversight of architectural, interior design, branding, and signage consultants.
• Manage and mentor one in-house interior design/space planning direct report.
• Partner with business unit leadership, Technology, and Workplace Operations to develop comprehensive project briefs.
• Lead workplace design processes from test-fit plan development to project completion with PM teams and external consultants.
• Produce multiple test-fit studies and conceptual layouts for prospective locations and renovation projects worldwide.
• Conduct space utilization analyses and recommend workplace efficiency improvements.
• Review contract documents and shop drawings for compliance with approved design intent.
• Partner with Assets team on e-design presentations for client review and approval.
• Develop branding and signage concepts, design studies, and presentation materials.
• Maintain an accurate global database of office layouts and space plans.
• Stay current with emerging workplace design trends, technologies, and best practices.

Skills

Workplace Strategy Development

Office Interior Design

Space Planning

3D Freehand Sketching

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Strong Communication Skills

Collaboration Skills

Attention To Detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree In Architecture

Bachelor’s Degree In Interior Design

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Revit

Job description

Jobtailor seeks an experienced workplace design leader to redevelop strategy, standards, and principles across a global real estate portfolio. You will create innovative, functional environments that promote collaboration, focus, and productivity while meeting codes and sustainability standards.

You will mentor an in-house designer, collaborate with Technology and Workplace Operations, and guide test-fit studies and space analyses at multiple locations worldwide. A strong portfolio is essential.