Senior Occupancy Planner

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Richmond, Northern (VA, KY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan with matching company

Comprehensive Medical Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Daily Pay

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Richmond, VA seeks a Senior Occupancy Planner to apply design thinking and space optimization to corporate real estate. The role requires collaboration with executive stakeholders, development of test fits, and strategic planning across fast-paced projects.

The position is hybrid with three onsite days weekly, reports to the Regional Occupancy Planning Manager, and emphasizes data analysis, presentations, and cross-functional teamwork within the JLL enterprise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Business, Real Estate, or related field.
• 5–7 years in occupancy planning, space planning or related corporate real estate roles.
• CAD software proficiency for test fits and space planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative test fits, space allocation plans, and workplace strategies using CAD and spatial thinking.
• Create adjacency diagrams, test fits, restack strategies, and move sequencing plans.
• Forecast space demand and produce compelling visual presentations for executives.
• Analyze building data and occupancy patterns to inform strategic planning.
• Collaborate with project managers and furniture specialists in a matrixed environment.

Skills

CAD software

Excel

PowerPoint

Stakeholder management

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Business, Real Estate, or related field

Tools

CAFM/IWMS databases (FMS Manhattan, Tririga, Archibus)

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Ready to Transform Your Design Career? Join Corporate Real Estate.

Are you an architect or interior designer looking to leverage your creative expertise in a dynamic corporate environment? We're seeking a talented Senior Occupancy Planner to bring design thinking and spatial innovation to our fast-paced corporate real estate team. In this role, you'll apply your design background to solve complex space planning challenges, working directly with executive stakeholders to create functional, innovative workplace solutions. Your architectural training and spatial design skills will be your foundation as you transition into strategic corporate real estate - where your creativity meets business impact. This hybrid position is based in Richmond, Virginia, requiring 3 days onsite each week, and reports to the Regional Occupancy Planning Manager.

What You'll Do:

Strategic Space Planning & Design

• Leverage your design expertise to develop innovative test fits, space allocation plans, and workplace strategies using your CAD skills and spatial design thinking
• Create comprehensive space solutions including adjacency diagrams, test fits, restack strategies, and move sequencing plans
• Apply workplace design principles agile methodologies, design thinking, and collaborative workspace concepts to optimize space utilization
• Develop multiple creative solutions for complex occupancy challenges such as mergers, rapid growth, consolidations, and organizational change
• Use your planning/design background to forecast space demand and create compelling visual presentations that tell a story

Client Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with end users, translating their business needs and workflows into innovative spatial solutions
• Deliver compelling presentations to executive leadership, demonstrating your design perspective and strategic recommendations
• Navigat excited conversations across all organizational levels from executives to associates with confidence and adaptability
• Apply best-in-class design knowledge and external research to inform client solutions
• Manage change effectively, facilitating smooth transitions through thoughtful design and planning

Data-Driven Decision Making

• Analyze building data, organizational metrics, and occupancy patterns to inform strategic space planning decisions
• Create visually impactful presentations that combine data insights with storytelling
• Utilize advanced Excel skills pivot tables data analysis formulas to support planning recommendations
• Monitor cost-saving initiatives and demonstrate value-added contributions through data analytics
• Manage space allocations and data accuracy for a real-estate portfolio using CAFM/IWMS database systems

Multitasking in a Dynamic Environment

• Juggle multiple projects with varying priorities from strategic initiatives to tactical requests
• Track numerous moving parts across concurrent projects maintaining organization and attention to detail
• Adapt flexibly to rapidly changing business needs and evolving requirements
• Work collaboratively within a matrixed team environment alongside project managers and furniture specialists
• Domestic travel as required

What You'll Bring:

• Design and/or Planning Foundation (Preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Business, Real Estate, or related field
• Background in architecture or interior design that translates beautifully to corporate space planning
• Test fit/space planning experience highly valued-your spatial design skills are essential at this senior level
• CAD Software proficiency for developing test fit options intermediate to advanced preferred
• Familiarity with CAFM/IWMS database systems FMS Manhattan Tririga Archibus or similar - preferred but not required
• Proficiency in MS Office particularly Excel and PowerPoint intermediate to advanced preferred
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Adobe Acrobat Professional
• Experience 5-7 years in occupancy planning space planning interior office planning or move/project management in corporate real estate
• Demonstrated ability to work in a corporate or matrixed environment
• Experience managing stakeholders and working alongside cross-functional teams

Core Competencies

• Strong multitasking and organizational skills with ability to manage competing priorities
• Critical thinking and creative problem-solving abilities
• Excellent presentation and communication skills translate complex spatial concepts for diverse audiences
• Executive presence with ability to influence senior leadership
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Comfortable with change and adaptable to shifting priorities
• Commitment to exceptional client service and professional consistency

Compensation

• $100,000 - $115,000
• Estimated compensation for this position 100,000.00 - 115,000.00 USD per year
• This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ.
• Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications location market conditions and internal considerations.

Why Make This Move?

Your design training has equipped you with exactly what corporate real estate needs spatial thinking creative problem-solving technical drawing skills and the ability to visualize solutions This role offers the opportunity to apply your design expertise in a strategic business context where your creativity directly impacts organizational success and workplace innovation.

Visa / Sponsorship

This position does not provide visa sponsorship Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Location

Location On-site Richmond VA

Benefits

• 401k plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

Equal Opportunity Employment

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process - including the online application and-or overall selection process - you may email us at [e-mail]. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page. Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment. Pursuant to Illinois Law applicants are not obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest. Pursuant to Columbia SC ordinance this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate. California Residents only If you are a California resident as defined in the California Consumer Privacy Act CCPA please view our Supplemental Privacy Statement which describes your rights and disclosures about your personal information. If you are viewing this on a mobile device you may want to view the CCPA version on a larger device. Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance JLL will consider for employment all qualified Applicants including those with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For further information visit jll.com.