Senior Space & Facilities Planner

AbbVie Inc.; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie Inc. is seeking a Facility Planner to optimize AbbVie’s workspace, build strong relationships with business units, and align goals across the organization.

You will lead front-end planning, define space requirements, and ensure projects meet business objectives while enforcing design standards. Responsibilities include analyzing space utilization data, coordinating with the CAFM team, developing floor plans, and managing relocations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Facility Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in space planning, facility management, or project management.
• Knowledge of building codes, ADA, safety regulations, and sustainability practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• CAFM (Computer-Aided Facility Management) knowledge is a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite with advanced MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Foster strong stakeholder relationships through proactive communication and collaboration.
• Gather and analyze data on space utilization, occupancy, and facility conditions to support strategic planning.
• Optimize space, resources, and infrastructure to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Assess current and future space needs by analyzing organizational growth and operational demands.
• Perform feasibility studies on space usage and improvements with stakeholders.
• Strategically plan and manage space utilization across varying business needs.
• Work with design team to develop floor plan options and cost estimates.
• Develop relocation plans for offices or facilities with timelines and objectives.
• Utilize facility management software to monitor space utilization and provide updates on status, milestones, risks, and changes.
• Implement facility planning policies, procedures, and standards, supporting change management and innovation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

MS Excel

MS Office

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Facility Management or related field

Tools

CAFM software

Job description

AbbVie Inc. is seeking a Facility Planner to optimize AbbVie’s workspace, build strong relationships with business units, and align goals across the organization.

You will lead front-end planning, define space requirements, and ensure projects meet business objectives while enforcing design standards. Responsibilities include analyzing space utilization data, coordinating with the CAFM team, developing floor plans, and managing relocations.