Space Data Manager (SDM)

JLL; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Space Data Manager to support the Workplace Planning Team in optimizing workplace spaces through data management and innovative technology. This role involves maintaining accurate CAFM/IWMS systems, ensuring compliance with data governance, and providing key reports that drive data-informed decision-making for clients. Candidates should have a relevant degree, significant experience, and strong technical proficiency.

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+ years' experience managing real estate data, especially in occupancy or space planning.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint required.
• Ability to read and interpret floor plans necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage CAFM/IWMS database applications, updating space attributes and floor plans.
• Create and deliver reports on key metrics like supply/demand and vacancy.
• Collaborate with internal teams and provide training on data systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Space Planning, Data Management, Data Analytics, or Occupancy Planning

Tools

CAFM/IWMS tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CAD software

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.

Space Data Manager

Workplace Planning Team

JLL helps global corporate clients optimize their workplace spaces through innovative technology and data solutions. Effective management of these specialized systems is crucial for enabling clients to achieve their strategic workplace ambitions.

The Space Data Manager will support the Workplace Planning Team by maintaining accurate space data across client portfolios. They will ensure CAFM/IWMS systems (Serraview) reflect current space configurations, business unit allocations, and employee assignments to enable strategic workplace optimization.

What this job involves:

Passionate about data

What value do you place on accurate data? We're as passionate about it as you! You'll manage and maintain CAFM/IWMS database applications including space attributes, floorplans, space types, and seating layouts. You'll ensure physical changes (walls, room reconfigurations) are accurately reflected in systems and coordinate with the CAD team to maintain alignment between drawings and system layouts. You'll apply office space categorization principles (BOMA, OSCRE) to client portfolio data while maintaining accurate BU ownership and allocation across all usable spaces.

Accurate reporting

Accurate reporting is essential to our client advisory success. In this role, you'll create standard reports featuring key metrics on supply/demand, vacancy, density, utilization, and costs. You'll deliver reports across multiple timeframes (weekly, monthly, quarterly) and geographical levels (building, state, country, regional). Your responsibilities include conducting monthly floorplan reviews with Facility Managers and site leaders, performing comprehensive data and drawing audits, and maintaining compliance with client data governance programs and SLAs. These reporting capabilities will directly support data-driven decision making for our clients.

Facilitating the data story

The job will demand high-level collaboration as you’ll act as the primary point of contact for floorplan and space data requests. You'll liaise with Occupancy Planners to collect and process data updates, train client end-users on CAFM/IWMS systems, and collaborate with internal teams including CAD services, project management, MAC (Move, Add, Change), and facilities management. You'll review data errors and coordinate remediation with appropriate teams while validating space and occupancy data for reporting and benchmarking.

Sounds like you? To apply, you need to have:

Background in real estate data management

A bachelor’s degree in architecture, Space Planning, Data Management, Data Analytics, or Occupancy Planning will be necessary. You'll need 5+ years' experience managing data, preferably in occupancy or space planning for corporate clients, and experience with CAFM/IWMS tools (Serraview, Archibus, TRIRIGA, etc.). Background in corporate real estate, facilities, or workplace planning preferred.

Digitally astute

Our data is managed across multiple technology platforms. You'll need advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, experience with CAD, ability to read and interpret floor plans and construction documents, and an understanding of end-to-end data management lifecycles.

Tech-enabled leader

The ideal candidate has excellent attention to detail and comfort working with large datasets. You'll need strong written and verbal communication skills across cultures and time zones. Being fluent in English is required, with Spanish a plus for broader LATAM support.

Dynamic personality

Are you a self-motivated professional, who can work independently? Can you also work with a team, build relationships and interact effectively with business partners? Are you flexible enough to adapt to shifting priorities? You’ll need these skills to effectively manage time, prioritize deliverables, organize workload and be successful in the role.

What we can do for you:

At JLL, we make sure that you become the best version of yourself by helping you realize your full potential in an entrepreneurial and inclusive work environment. We will empower your ambitions through our dedicated Total Rewards Program, competitive pay and benefits package.

Apply today!

Estimated total compensation for this position:

65,000.00 – 80,000.00 USD per year

The total compensation range is an estimate and not guaranteed. An employment offer is based on an applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data .

Location:

Remote –Austin, TX, Houston, TX, Portland, OR

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

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