Workplace Design Strategy Manager

Jerseydigs; Chatham (IL); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield seeks a Design Manager to be the primary client contact for assigned accounts, implementing workplace strategy and maintaining design team support. The role emphasizes standards implementation, data-driven space solutions, and collaboration across the CRE team.

Responsibilities include developing concepts, organizing documentation, and presenting final client-ready plans. A strong design background and leadership are required to drive successful projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture or Interior Design from an accredited institution (NCIDQ a plus).
• 5-8 years’ experience in interior design, architecture, or space planning.
• Skilled in AutoCAD; REVIT a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Serves as main point of contact for account.
• Implements process documents aligning with workplace strategy and client needs.
• Delivers client workplace model standards and suggests improvements.
• Creates test fits and recommends workplace improvements.
• Maintains organized project files and CAFM-related data.

Skills

Space planning

Project management

Client liaison

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture or Interior Design

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Serraview

Planon

Archibus

Job description

Cushman & Wakefield seeks a Design Manager to be the primary client contact for assigned accounts, implementing workplace strategy and maintaining design team support. The role emphasizes standards implementation, data-driven space solutions, and collaboration across the CRE team.

Responsibilities include developing concepts, organizing documentation, and presenting final client-ready plans. A strong design background and leadership are required to drive successful projects.