Workplace Planner/Design Manager

Workplace Planner/Design Manager Job Summary: Talent Software Services is in search of a Workplace Planner/Design Manager for a contract position in San Rafael, CA. The opportunity will be one year with a strong chance for a long-term extension. Position Summary: Join our dynamic team in San Rafael, CA, where you will have the opportunity to create innovative and sustainable workplace solutions in a collaborative and engaging environment. Reporting to the Director of Campus and Workplace, our team is dedicated to planning and creating functional spaces that embody our culture and values. We oversee all aspects of the global workplace, including campus and site master planning, land use & development, design, workplace strategy & guidelines, project planning, and more. Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities: Innovative Design: Utilize best practices to plan and design new spaces, whether for lease renewals, new locations, or renovations of owned space based on our design and furniture guidelines. Space Optimization: Manage space allocation among user groups to maximize real estate use and enhance collaboration and workflow. Design Management: Lead project design management working collaboratively with the project delivery team and project manager. Data Management: Collaborate with Occupancy Planners to ensure space data accuracy in CAFM systems and provide regular reports. Visualization and Analysis: Conduct diagramming, data analysis, and visualization to support space programming and design presentations. Sustainable Solutions: Design effective and sustainable workspace layouts, staying abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field. Experience: 5 years in workplace planning, design, programming management, and/or space management. Skills:Expertise in developing workspace solutions and programs. Strong problem-solving abilities using quantitative data analysis and modeling. Understanding of construction costs and project timelines. Flexibility to work with shifting scopes and deadlines. Proficiency in integrating complex data from various systems (HR, Finance, etc.). Experience with CAFM systems and AutoCAD, particularly for headcount data, facility space plans, move management, and more. Effective communication skills, both verbal and written. Demonstrated skills as a team player; change management experience is a plus. A strong team player who is also an independent thinker, ready to challenge the status quo and find innovative solutions to space challenges. If this job is a match for your background, we would be honoured to receive your application! Providing consulting opportunities to TALENTed people since 1987, we offer a host of opportunities, including contract, contract to hire, and permanent placement. Let's talk!