Senior Occupancy Planner

Overview

Senior Occupancy Planner drives strategic workplace optimization for Fortune 500 clients.

Key Responsibilities

• demand forecasting
• occupancy tracking
• space policies
• occupancy planning
• move sequencing
• facility audits

Tasks

-Prepare comprehensive project status reports on actual versus projected seat demand, assemble top-down and bottom-up projections for annual planning horizons, and track occupancy metrics at building and group levels -Recommend, educate, and enforce space policies and standards while serving as subject matter expert on workplace programs and notifying clients of requested exceptions -Drive development of occupancy plans and move sequencing strategies, ensuring alignment with corporate guidelines while maximizing space utilization across complex client portfolios Foster critical relationships with Corporate Real Estate teams, Business Unit leadership, Corporate Finance, and Project Management to align planning strategies and resolve forecast discrepancies -Partner with move coordination, facility management, and occupancy planning teams to develop migration plans, conduct facility audits, and ensure cross-campus portfolio strategy alignment Facilitate resolution of planning issues identified in customer meetings, reconcile projection discrepancies, and develop proactive solutions using occupancy metrics and industry trends Assist in developing site-specific planning strategies with senior leadership, review planning approaches that drive construction projects, and support implementation initiatives

Requirements

• autocad
• advanced excel
• cafm
• powerpoint
• bachelor's
• strategic planning

What You Bring

-Demonstrated experience in space/occupancy planning at strategic level with deep knowledge of corporate real estate principles and occupancy optimization strategies -Strong independent work capabilities with ability to multi-task, manage competing priorities, and adapt to dynamic team requirements while meeting critical deadlines -Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex calculations) and AutoCAD capabilities for space planning, test-fits, and square footage calculations -Experience with interior office renovations and understanding of space design implementation processes within corporate environments -Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with ability to consolidate data and floor plans into compelling PowerPoint presentations for diverse stakeholder audiences -Hands-on experience with Computer-Aided Facility Management systems for space planning and occupancy data management -Demonstrated ability to ask strategic questions, understand underlying client needs, and develop proactive, innovative solutions for complex stakeholder requirements -Familiarity with occupancy metrics, sharing ratios, and industry occupancy trends with ability to translate complex data into actionable business insights -Excellent written and verbal communication skills with proven ability to interact effectively with executive-level internal and external clients across organizational levels -Experience supporting organizational transformation initiatives and workplace change programs within large corporate settings -Familiarity with emerging workplace technologies, data visualization tools, and business intelligence platforms for enhanced occupancy analytics -Track record of serving as subject matter expert and team leader within occupancy planning or corporate real estate consulting environments -Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Architecture, Design, Construction Management, or related field with 5-7 years of corporate environment experience

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About Jll

-Founded over 200 years ago, JLL has become a global leader in real estate services and investment management. -With a presence in over 80 countries, JLL offers a wide range of services, including property management, advisory, and capital markets. -JLL manages iconic properties like the Shard in London and works with Fortune 500 companies to optimize real estate portfolios. -The company is known for its innovative solutions in real estate technology and sustainability. -Typical projects include large-scale urban developments, corporate relocations, and infrastructure advisory. -JLL has pioneered the integration of data-driven insights into real estate decision-making. -The company’s expertise spans across diverse sectors, such as residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure. -Notable for its long-standing history, JLL continues to shape the global real estate landscape.

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