Workplace Operations Manager

Coda Search│Staffing; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is partnering with a prestigious Am Law firm in Midtown Manhattan to hire a Workplace Operations Manager. This dynamic role involves overseeing office projects, managing relocations, and ensuring optimal workplace functionality. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in workplace operations, especially in fast-paced environments, and demonstrate exceptional project management and organization skills. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of workplace operations, facilities management, or move/project management experience.
• Proven experience managing large-scale office relocations or reconfigurations.
• Skilled in developing and executing project plans with excellent time management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of office moves, renovations, reconfigurations, and space transitions.
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and communication strategies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with external vendors and contractors.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Job description

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Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr

Coda Search is partnering with a leading Am Law firm with offices located in Midtown Manhattan. The firm is seeking to hire a Workplace Operations Manager to play a critical role in overseeing office projects and workplace functionality across locations. The Workplace Operations Manager will be responsible for project managing office relocations, expansions, and space reconfigurations while coordinating logistics.

This is a dynamic firm that has a fantastic reputation in the industry and has been growing exponentially over the past few years.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of office moves, renovations, reconfigurations, and space transitions (from scoping to execution and post-move evaluation).
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and communication strategies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with external vendors, contractors, and relocation service providers.
• Oversee day-to-day operational processes related to space utilization, office layout, occupancy tracking, and floor plan updates.
• Identify opportunities for workflow improvements and implement operational best practices.
• Work closely with Workforce Planning and HR teams to align space planning with headcount growth, hybrid work schedules, and department needs.
• Track project budgets, negotiate vendor pricing, and ensure cost‑effective delivery of services.
• Develop and maintain reporting on space utilization, occupancy trends, cost efficiencies, and project performance.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of workplace operations, facilities management, or move/project management experience (professional services or legal environment preferred).
• Proven experience managing large‑scale office relocations or reconfigurations.
• Skilled in developing and executing project plans with excellent time management and communication.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑expectation environment.