Job Description:
JLL seeks a Senior Workplace Strategist / Occupancy Planner to support the programming and planning of 150,000-175,000 sq ft of new space in Bangalore. This engagement requires a Bangalore, India resource with expertise in workplace strategy and space planning.
Key Responsibilities
Project Initiation
- Lead kick-off meetings with key stakeholders to establish project foundation
- Provide project management oversight with weekly engagement status reports (ESRs)
- Conduct regular project update meetings and coordinate with local Bangalore teams
- Gather and analyze space and occupancy data for the new site
Analysis & Programming
- Synthesize space requirements and workplace standards into comprehensive workplace program
- Develop programming framework to guide conceptual test-fits and design direction
Design & Planning
- Create high-level conceptual test-fits representing various layout scenarios
- Develop stack and block plans showing building/floor allocations by business groups
- Design specialty space allocations and integrations
- Produce occupancy plan scenario reports comparing workplace options and impacts
Role Competencies:
- Competency 1: Client/ Stakeholder Relationship Management Skills
- Competency 2: Proven experience in workplace strategy and space programming
- Competency 3: Strong project management and stakeholder communication skills
- Competency 4: Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
- Competency 5: Leadership and Motivation Skills
- Personnel Management (5 years)
- A bachelor's degree in Architecture, Design, Construction Management, or related field is required.
- 10-15 years of experience in corporate environment with experience in space/occupancy planning and space data management at a strategic level.
- Experience coordinating across international time zones
- Excellent presentation skills
- Familiarity with IWMS and CMMS platforms
- Available for travel, if required
