Strategic Tech Lab Space Planner for R&D

JLL; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Lab Space Planner to support the Amazon Global Real Estate & Facilities account. As the technical authority on specialized lab environments, you will translate complex infrastructure into actionable space plans that enable cutting-edge research and development.

You will collaborate with executive leadership, lab managers, and cross-functional teams to deliver strategic planning solutions for a Fortune 500 technology client.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Facility Management, Space Planning, or related discipline.
• 7–10 years' experience in lab space or facilities planning in corporate real estate.
• Deep knowledge of lab operations, equipment, and MEP infrastructure (power, HVAC, acoustics, structure).
• Proficient CAD (AutoCAD or equivalent) for space plans and drawings.
• Strong data visualization and reporting skills (Tableau/Power BI).
• Excellent written and verbal communication for executive audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multiple workstreams in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead lab space planning projects from requirements through design validation and handoff.
• Develop blocking/stacking exercises, FROM/TO scenarios, and test-fit layouts addressing power, HVAC, acoustics and equipment.
• Collaborate with MEP consultants to validate technical feasibility of lab operations.
• Build relationships with lab owners, leadership, managers, and client teams to understand requirements.
• Create executive-ready lab planning binders with options analysis and technical recommendations.
• Consolidate data into tracking systems and dashboards showing status and metrics.
• Coordinate across occupancy planning, facility management, engineering, PM, and construction for integrated delivery.

Skills

Lab space planning expertise

Cross-functional collaboration

Executive communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture / Interior Design / Facility Management

Tools

AutoCAD

Tririga

Archibus

Power BI

Tableau

MS Office / G-Suite

Job description

JLL is seeking a Lab Space Planner to support the Amazon Global Real Estate & Facilities account. As the technical authority on specialized lab environments, you will translate complex infrastructure into actionable space plans that enable cutting-edge research and development.

You will collaborate with executive leadership, lab managers, and cross-functional teams to deliver strategic planning solutions for a Fortune 500 technology client.