Strategist, Built Environment & Space Analytics

stand up mk-think; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MKThink is seeking an Associate, Planning & Strategy (Built Environment) to work at the intersection of space, data, and organizational strategy. The role suits early-career professionals moving from architecture, planning, or urban design into strategic advisory with growing responsibility.

The focus is on shaping strategies, systems, and decisions that inform what gets built and why, rather than traditional buildings design.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in architecture, urban design, landscape architecture, or related discipline preferred.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience.
• Interdisciplinary experience or consulting/planning/real estate development is a plus.
• Strong ability to synthesize research and communicate insights clearly.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to discovery and problem definition in client engagements.
• Synthesize qualitative and quantitative inputs into actionable insights.
• Develop strategy, roadmaps, and organizational models.
• Engage stakeholders through interviews, workshops, and presentations.
• Support project planning, coordination, and client deliverables.

Skills

Synthesis & insights

Spatial thinking

Data fluency

Storytelling

Systems thinking

Time management

Microsoft Office

Adobe Suite

CAD / 3D modeling

GIS (plus)

Education

Master's in architecture/urban design/related

Tools

CAD / 3D modeling

GIS

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

MKThink is seeking an Associate, Planning & Strategy (Built Environment) to work at the intersection of space, data, and organizational strategy. The role suits early-career professionals moving from architecture, planning, or urban design into strategic advisory with growing responsibility.

The focus is on shaping strategies, systems, and decisions that inform what gets built and why, rather than traditional buildings design.