Senior Design Project Manager

Jobtailor; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a senior facilities professional to lead space planning and workplace strategy for corporate offices. You will manage end-to-end projects, coordinate with Facilities, IT, HR, and vendors, and ensure layouts and standards meet codes and business needs.

The ideal candidate has 8–10+ years in office design or facilities management, strong AutoCAD and CAFM/IWMS skills, and proven stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Architecture, Interior Design, Facilities Management, or related field.
• 8–10+ years of experience in corporate office design, facilities management, or related areas.
• Knowledge of building codes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute workplace strategies aligned with organizational goals and business needs.
• Analyze headcount forecasts to plan space requirements.
• Lead space planning initiatives, including layouts and utilization optimization.
• Manage workplace projects end-to-end (tenant improvements, restacks, new site builds).
• Coordinate with Facilities, IT, HR, and external vendors to deliver projects on time and within scope.
• Review project documentation for accuracy and compliance with internal standards.
• Establish and maintain workplace standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Monitor occupancy and space utilization data to inform decisions.
• Communicate project updates and insights to stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Space Planning

Stakeholder Management

AutoCAD Proficiency

Building Code Knowledge

Architectural Drawing Interpretation

Furniture Systems Knowledge

Construction Standards Knowledge

Occupancy Analysis

Data Analysis

Workplace Strategy Development

Compliance Monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Facilities Management, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

CAFM/IWMS Systems

Microsoft Applications

Job description

• Develop and execute workplace strategies aligned with organizational goals, workforce trends, and business needs
• Analyze headcount forecasts, growth, and reductions to plan space requirements
• Partner with business leaders to understand team structures, workflows, and adjacency requirements
• Lead space planning initiatives, including layouts, workplace concepts, and utilization optimization
• Manage workplace projects end-to-end, including tenant improvements, building restacks, new site buildouts, and furniture reconfigurations
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets; track progress and mitigate risks
• Coordinate with Facilities, IT, HR, and external vendors to deliver projects on time and within scope
• Review project documentation for accuracy and compliance with internal standards
• Manage external consultants and vendor relationships
• Establish and maintain workplace standards, guidelines, and best practices
• Manage employee relocations, seat assignments, furniture standards, infrastructure standards, ergonomics, art, and signage
• Monitor compliance with workplace policies and corporate standards
• Analyze occupancy, space utilization, and usage-pattern data
• Partner with business leaders to ensure service delivery meets or exceeds expectations
• Communicate project updates, workplace strategies, and changes to stakeholders
• Provide recommendations and insights based on data and workplace trends

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Facilities Management, or related field
• 8-10+ years of experience in corporate office design, commercial office furniture, project management, or facilities management
• Knowledge of building codes
• Ability to read and understand architectural and MEP drawings
• Knowledge of design processes, furniture systems, construction, and infrastructure standards
• Strong project management skills leading complex workplace initiatives
• Proficiency with space planning tools such as AutoCAD and CAFM/IWMS systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Applications
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to supervise outsourced contractors
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Personable, positive, customer service mindset
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to manage competing demands and adapt to frequent or unexpected changes
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong oral and written presentation skills
• Ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively
• Familiarity with sustainability and workplace wellness standards
• Experience mentoring and training employees

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in project management, space planning, and workplace strategy development, with a strong focus on stakeholder communication and compliance with building codes and standards. Proficient in utilizing space planning tools and managing complex workplace initiatives to optimize utilization and enhance employee experience.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Project Management
• Space Planning
• Stakeholder Management
• AutoCAD Proficiency
• Building Code Knowledge

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Project Management
• Space Planning
• Building Code Knowledge
• Architectural Drawing Interpretation
• Furniture Systems Knowledge
• Construction Standards Knowledge
• Occupancy Analysis
• Data Analysis
• Workplace Strategy Development
• Compliance Monitoring

Soft Skills

• Strong Communication Skills
• Strategic Thinking
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Adaptability
• Customer Service Mindset

Industry Keywords

• Corporate Office Design
• Facilities Management
• Workplace Wellness Standards
• Sustainability Standards
• Tenant Improvements

Tools & Technologies

• AutoCAD
• CAFM/IWMS Systems
• Microsoft Applications