Director of Occupancy Planning

Cushman & Wakefield

. Define immediate and long-term client goals concerning occupancy and utilization analysis, strategy solutions, executable planning solutions and real estate allocation reporting .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $157,250 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Corporate Real Estate and Facilities Management, with a strong focus on occupancy analysis, strategic planning, and operational efficiency. Proficient in utilizing CAFM/IWMS tools for space management and adept at leading teams in a dynamic environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Corporate Real Estate ExperienceSpace Management (CAFM/IWMS)Strategic PlanningProject ManagementAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Occupancy AnalysisUtilization MetricsSite AssessmentsBudget ForecastingChange Management

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal Presentation SkillsTeam CollaborationAdaptabilityOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Adobe SuiteMicrosoft ApplicationsSerraview

Industry Keywords

Facilities ManagementReal Estate AllocationService Level Agreements (SLA)Key Performance Indicators (KPI)Root Cause Analysis

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define immediate and long-term client goals concerning occupancy and utilization analysis, strategy solutions, executable planning solutions and real estate allocation reporting
Maintain a strong partnership with the client organization
Develop a robust SPO delivery organization adaptable to a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Ensure all SPO deliverables meet SLA and KPI requirements
Direct planning and development of new spatial activities and current projects and programs
Collaborate with account leadership, service lines and client representatives on staffing, future projects and client relationships
Ensure compliance with standardized and client-customized C&W tools, processes, templates and outputs
Lead root cause analysis, solution development, evaluation of options and recommendation of best courses of action
Collaborate with facilities, PjM and client real estate leadership on alignment and day-to-day operations
Recommend improvements to operational efficiency and service delivery
Direct development of program tools and deliverables
Oversee creation and maintenance of playbooks, templates and tools
Coach the team on space planning, move management, client and vendor relationship management, talent management and resource utilization
Direct planning proposals, site assessments, utilization metrics and supply-and-demand studies
Direct project activities including relocations, restacks, renovations and consolidations
Establish goals, objectives and timetables for the organizational unit and supervised sub-units
Develop, present and maintain headcount budgets, forecasting and gearing ratios

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in a related discipline or field of study, such as Architecture, Interior Design, Corporate Real Estate & Facilities Management Planning/Coordination, Facilities, Project or Construction Management
Seven+ years experience in a corporate real estate environment
Strong verbal presentation skills and ability to communicate to executive level
Analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills with a focus on long-term strategic vision
Ability to process work quickly, accurately and with changing priorities
Basic understanding of Corporate Real Estate and Financial concepts
Strong team player adaptable and capable of driving change / change management
Advanced skills in Adobe and Microsoft application suites
Advanced understanding of CAFM/IWMS (Serraview preferred) for Space Management

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life insurance
Disability insurance programs
Paid time away from work
Unpaid time away from work
Competitive pay