Principal Facilities Planner

Northrop Grumman

. Act as primary contact for the facilities department for all space requests .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeDulles • Maryland • United StatesLead💰 $94,200 - $141,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Facilities Planning, Space Utilization, and Project Management, with a strong focus on design implementation and stakeholder coordination. Proficient in using CAD software and real estate asset management tools to optimize office space and manage multiple projects effectively.

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Facilities PlanningProject ManagementSpace UtilizationCAD SoftwareMicrosoft Products

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Hard Skills

Facilities PlanningSpace PlanningConstruction Document AnalysisProject ManagementGraphic CommunicationFit Plans DevelopmentRisk MitigationSustainability OversightChange Notice TrackingEmployee Move Coordination

Soft Skills

Strong Oral CommunicationStrong Written Communication

Tools & Technologies

ArchibusAgile QuestMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Project

Industry Keywords

Space RequestsStakeholder CoordinationFloor Utilization PlansHoteling OfficesCapex ProjectsOpex Projects

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as primary contact for the facilities department for all space requests
Coordinate efforts with different teams and stakeholders
Lead projects involving design concept and implementation
Create graphic communication documents, scopes of work, material specifications, and floor utilization plans
Oversee and manage facilities projects and space planning activities
Serve as liaison between leadership, Business Unit, Program, and other customers
Support office space planning requests
Manage space planning responsibilities for multiple buildings and projects
Coordinate employee moves and update the Archibus system
Generate monthly reports on space utilization
Develop fit plans with furniture layouts and power/data requirements
Coordinate and administer hoteling offices for hybrid employees
Initiate Purchase Requisitions and track Purchase Orders, submittals, and Change Notices
Plan, design, and oversee reconfiguration, maintenance, and alteration of facilities
Maintain opportunity and risk registers for Capex and Opex projects
Produce and implement risk mitigation and schedule recovery plans
Identify tasks requiring special inspection and coordinate with customers and contractors
Act as primary contact with Sustainability and oversee the Region Sustainability Roadmap
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Space Planning, or Interior Design with 5 years of experience – OR Master’s degree with 3 years of experience – OR PhD with 1 year of experience
No clearance required to start
Experience in Facilities Planning and construction processes
Experience in reading and analyzing construction documents
Experience in Microsoft Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Project, etc.)
Experience using CAD software
Experience using real estate asset management and booking software such as Agile Quest and Archibus
Strong oral and written communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Overtime eligibility, depending on position
Shift differential, depending on position
Discretionary bonus, depending on position
Long Term Incentives for eligible Vice President or Director positions
Health insurance coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business