Senior Occupancy Planner

JLL; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Strategic Occupancy Planner to shape the future of real estate through innovative solutions. In this dynamic role, you will leverage your expertise in occupancy management and data analytics to optimize client portfolios while working remotely in a collaborative virtual environment. You will drive the development of occupancy plans, engage with stakeholders, and utilize your strong communication skills to present strategic insights. Join a supportive culture that prioritizes personal well-being and growth, where your contributions will significantly impact the organization and its clients.

Benefits

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

Paid parental leave at 100% of salary

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in managing occupancy and space management.
• Expert level data analytical skills and mastery of Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead virtual meetings with stakeholders and perform workplace programming.
• Manage client expectations and ensure alignment with corporate guidelines.

Skills

Occupancy Management

Space Management

Change Management

Client Relationship Management

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Tools

CAFM System

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies 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.

This is an 18-24 month contract role. It is preferred that the client is based in the DC area.

As a Senior Strategic Occupancy Planner, you will drive the development of occupancy plans, scenario planning, sequencing of group-level and individual moves as well as facilitate and/or resolve planning issues identified in customer planning meetings.

You will be a Subject Matter Expert in client's workplace program and the use of occupancy data analytics to drive solutions to optimize the portfolio, in alignment with the client’s mission statement. You will need to have knowledge of typical occupancy metrics, sharing ratios, industry best practices and occupancy trends. Knowledge of Secure Space planning of SCIFs and other types of Secure space will be critical.

You will have a proven track record, successfully work remotely as part of a virtual team as a strategic occupancy planner.

As an experienced leader, you will demonstrate superior client relationship management and strategic thinking.

What is your day to day?

• Lead and actively participate in virtual meetings with internal and external stakeholders
• Perform workplace programming and requirements gathering (e.g., Adjacency requirements)
• Perform Strategic Occupancy Planning duties (Phasing Schedules, Block and Stack Plans & Migration Plans)
• Perform Scenario Occupancy Planning deliverables
• Ensure space planning is aligned with corporate guidelines, procedures, and protocols and that all scenarios support business requirements
• Collaborate with Project Management and Client CRE teams
• Perform analysis of utilization data and trending
• Manage tracking and management of agreed space and occupancy data sets within relevant technologies
• Manage client expectations throughout all planning phases
• Perform duties in line with account Service Level Agreements, CPIs, and KPIs
• Focus on integrated and holistic solutions and the speedy deployment of Occupancy Planning Products as needed

Desired experience and technical skills

Required:

• 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in managing occupancy, space, move management, and change management processes across a broad geography in a remote and virtual environment
• Experience with implementing flex office, hoteling, and alternative workplace solutions programs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; including active listening, verbal, written and visual and the ability to engage at all levels of leadership from administrative to executive level
• Strong ability to convey planning strategy in written format incorporating supportive data and floor plans into concise presentations to client and lines of business
• Experience with space Allocations and collaborating with Real Estate Finance
• Critical thinking skill sets and the ability to tell a story through data
• Great relationship building skills and client experience focus
• Expert level data analytical skills and mastery of Excel
• Productive working remotely on a virtual team
• CAFM system and AutoCAD experience
• Expert level data analytical skills
• Ability to navigate ambiguity

Preferred

• Knowledge of Secure Space planning (SCIF and other types of Secure space)
• A proven track record, successfully work remotely as part of a virtual team as a strategic occupancy planner.
• Experience with providing evidenced based planning solutions using available Utilization Tools and Technologies e.g. badge, network, sensor data
• Strong working knowledge of architectural drawings and furniture systems
• Focuses on customers and clients, business/financial acumen, JLL first
• Experience with project management/ scheduling of small projects
• Experience working remotely as part of a virtual team

Estimated total compensation for this position:

80,000.00 – 100,000.00 USD per year

Location:

Remote – Washington, DC

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

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays