Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated

Senior Occupancy Planner

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated • $100K — $115K *
Richmond, VA 23223In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Architecture, Interior Design, or related field.
  • 5 to 7 years of strategic-level experience in occupancy or space planning within a corporate real estate setting.
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, for data analysis and complex formula utilization.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and CAFM/IWMS systems like Manhattan or Archibus preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to engage with and influence executive management effectively.

Responsibilities

  • Build strong relationships with end users to facilitate effective planning solutions.
  • Deliver compelling presentations to stakeholders, showcasing executive presence.
  • Develop innovative space designs using advanced workplace design principles.
  • Forecast future space demand using top-down and bottom-up headcount projections.
  • Analyze occupancy data to inform strategic decision-making and measure efficiency improvements.

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
  • 100% paid parental leave.
  • Generous Paid Time Off and company holidays.
  • Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay.
Full Job Description
We are looking for a talented Senior Occupancy Planner to join our team. As a Senior Occupancy Planner, your role will involve partnering with end users to develop innovative space solutions, ensuring the consistent delivery of planning services, and managing and reporting occupancy data in alignment with our workplace programs and strategy. You will operate within a dynamic and forward-thinking culture, utilizing your expertise in occupancy strategy and collaborative workplace practices to recommend multiple solution options for complex occupancy problems. This position will be based in Richmond, Virginia, and you will report to the Regional Occupancy Planning Manager. This is a hybrid position requiring 3 days onsite each week.

What You Will Do:

Relationship Development and Management
  • Build strong relationships with end users, understanding their business needs, workflows, and processes to facilitate solution development for planning issues.
  • Apply best-in-class knowledge and ideas from other clients and external research to inform client solutions and recommendations.
  • Deliver compelling presentations to stakeholders and clients, demonstrating strong executive presence and communication skills.
  • Utilize strong interviewing and listening skills to interpret and translate customer's stated business needs into space requirements/scope.
  • Adapt flexibly to rapidly changing business needs, effectively resolving new requirements and scope challenges.
  • Apply critical thinking to dynamically address planning challenges, ensuring thoughtful and well-rounded solutions.
  • Engage effectively with executive management, demonstrating the ability to navigate and influence at senior levels.
  • Manage change effectively, anticipating impacts and facilitating smooth transitions for end-users and stakeholders.
  • Be open to domestic travel as required.


Space Planning

  • Apply advanced expertise in workplace design principles, including agile methodologies, design thinking, and flexible/collaborative workplace concepts, to develop innovative and highly functional space designs.
  • Develop and execute comprehensive business programming and restack strategies, optimizing space utilization and enhancing operational efficiency through allocation plans, adjacency diagrams, test fits, migration plans, and move sequencing.
  • Employ creative and analytical thinking to identify multiple solution options for complex occupancy challenges, such as M&A, rapid growth, consolidations, and economic disruptions, ensuring adaptable and scalable strategies.
  • Utilize bottom-up and top-down headcount projections to accurately forecast future space demand over a one to three-year horizon, proactively planning space and resources.
  • Develop compelling business cases for real estate actions by integrating various factors, such as business requirements, client programs/initiatives, timelines, lease options, current space availability, and projected future demand.
  • Aggregate, analyze, and present data to derive actionable insights that tell compelling stories and inform recommendations for effective decision-making.
  • Utilize advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, data analysis, and complex formula creation to support space planning and reporting needs.
  • Deliver visually appealing and impactful presentations, presenting findings and recommendations in comprehensive and persuasive formats to stakeholders and clients.


Space Data Management & Reporting

  • Deeply understand building data, organizational data, and occupancy metrics at various levels, such as campus, metro, or regional, delivering comprehensive reports and insights to inform strategic decision-making.
  • Continuously evaluate, monitor, and report on cost-saving initiatives and value-added contributions, using data-driven analytics to enhance operational efficiencies and achieve monetary and qualitative outcomes.
  • Manage space allocations and ensure data accuracy, performing quarterly data and drawing audits, utilizing the CAFM/IWMS database.
  • Streamline and oversee conference room restriction programs across multiple sites.


What You Will Need:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Architecture, Interior Design, or related field.
  • 5 to 7 years of strategic-level work experience in occupancy or space planning, including interior office planning or move/project management in a corporate real estate setting.
  • Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
  • Experience with change management and executive engagement, showcasing the ability to impact and influence senior leadership effectively.
  • Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate complex ideas effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Demonstrated executive presence and the ability to build credibility with senior leadership and clients.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tactfully deliver difficult messages and tailor information to the audience.
  • Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in building relationships and interacting effectively with business partners.
  • Comfortable with frequent or rapid change, adaptable to shifting priorities.
  • Effective time management skills, with the ability to organize and prioritize deliverables and workload.
  • Willingness to embrace change and explore new methods and approaches in occupancy planning.
  • Ability to leverage data and analytics to drive insights and support compelling stories for strategic decision-making.
  • Demonstrated consistency in values, principles, and work ethic, with a commitment to providing exceptional client service.
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word), including the ability to perform data analysis using pivot tables and complex formulas. Quick to learn and master client-specific programs.
  • Proficiency in Google Workspace and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD for test fit option development (Intermediate to advanced proficiency preferred).
  • Proficiency in CAFM/IWMS database systems such as FMS, Manhattan, Tririga, Archibus, or similar (Intermediate to advanced proficiency preferred).


This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:

100,000.00 - 115,000.00 USD per year

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site -Richmond, VA

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:
  • 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
  • Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
  • Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay


At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified.

About Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated

Jones Lang LaSalle is a financial and professional services firm that specializes in commercial real estate services and investment management. Its services include: tenant representation for organizations that lease office, industrial and retail spaces; consulting, which supports companies to develop workplace strategies such as occupancy planning, relocations, and energy and environmental sustainability initiatives; project and development services to manage ground-up creation, building construction, and major interior renovations; capital markets and real estate investment banking, which helps organizations buy and sell properties, and improve the financial impact of their real estate; facilities management for a variety of properties including office towers, retail and exhibition centers, and government, collegiate and industrial complexes; property management services, that provide on-site administration to help owners of office, industrial, retail and specialty properties reduce costs and enhance their property values; and valuations that provide impartial assessments of real estate worth through more than 200 corporate offices in 70 countries. Jones Lang LaSalle was formed by the merger of Jones Lang Wootton, a British firm with origins dating back to 1783, and LaSalle Partners, an American company formed from a predecessor launched in 1968. Jones Lang Wootton opened its first US office in New York in 1975. In 1997, the initial public offering was completed by LaSalle Partners for the company's common stock in the market.

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated Careers

Join the dynamic team at Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL), a global leader in real estate services, where your career journey is just as important as the professional milestones you aim to achieve. At JLL, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for growth, innovation, and leadership in an industry that shapes the world around us.

Work You’ll Do

At JLL, you will be part of a culture that prizes diversity, teamwork, and forward-thinking. Whether you are looking for a full-time position or an internship, JLL offers a variety of roles that cater to your professional skills and personal development goals. Our team is composed of the brightest minds in real estate, providing you with unparalleled mentorship and networking opportunities that foster career advancement.

Innovate and Lead

Embrace the opportunity to lead projects that redefine the real estate landscape, leveraging JLL’s global scale and deep industry expertise. Our commitment to innovation is evident in every strategy we implement and every building we manage. By joining our team, you will collaborate with professionals who are eager to share their knowledge and push the boundaries of what is possible in real estate.

Professional Growth and Development

JLL is dedicated to the professional growth of its employees. We offer robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training, to ensure you are equipped for success. Our benefits extend beyond the basics, encompassing health, wellness, and financial planning to support you and your family at all stages of life.

Explore Job Opportunities

JLL is continuously expanding, and we are hiring across multiple disciplines. Explore positions that match your skills and interests in areas such as property management, sustainability, financial analysis, and more. We look for driven, curious, and innovative team players who are ready to make an impact.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with a JLL internship. Gain hands-on experience, build your resume, and make invaluable industry connections. Our internships provide a deep dive into the real estate sector, allowing you to apply academic learning to real-world challenges.

Join Our Team

Ready to advance your career at Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated? Search open positions, read about our employment benefits, and prepare your resume. The interview process at JLL not only assesses your fit for the company but also ensures our culture aligns with your career aspirations.

Stay Connected

Keep up to date with the latest from JLL Careers by subscribing to our job alert emails. Receive personalized updates that align with your career preferences and learn about new opportunities in real-time.

Networking and Industry Leadership

At JLL, networking doesn’t end with your hire date. Continue to connect with leaders and peers through our various professional networks and community engagement initiatives. Lead the way in industry discussions, participate in global conferences, and contribute to innovative solutions that drive the future of real estate. At Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers that make a difference. Join us in shaping the future of real estate, one innovation at a time.
Learn more about Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
Size
98,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.4 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
$402.5 million
Founded
1783
5 Year Trend
+8.3%
Revenue
$16.5 billion
NASDAQ
JLL
* Ladders Estimates

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