Associate, Workplace Strategy

Aurora•Pittsburgh, PA

21h•$72,000 - $108,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Aurora is seeking an Associate, Workplace Strategy to lead space planning efforts, support office and facility projects, maintain technical drawings, and analyze space and headcount data. This role is crucial for planning, designing, and delivering functional workplace environments, requiring close collaboration with the Aurora Workplace team and other internal stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Facilities Management, Corporate Real Estate, Architecture, or a related field.
2+ years of experience in space planning, interior design, or facilities coordination.
Strong foundational skills in AutoCAD
Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret floorplans and construction drawings
Understand basics of Adobe suite

Nice To Haves

Experience with CAFM/IWMS platforms (e.g., iOffice, Serraview, SpaceiQ,Archibus).
Understanding of AI platforms - gemini, claude, etc.

Responsibilities

Lead space and occupancy planning efforts, including maintaining spatial data, utilization tracking, and floor plan auditing.
Manage team allocations, individual seating, and monitor occupancy levels.
Update and integrate new space planning software and standards.
Assist in facility projects ranging from small renovations to standing up new offices.
Draft 2D space layouts, test fits, and block plans using AutoCAD or Revit to accommodate team growth, reorganizations, or new workplace concepts.
Support Move Management: Assist the Workplace Operations team in planning and executing internal team moves, adds, and changes.
Stakeholder Engagement: Prepare presentations and visual materials for meetings with internal stakeholders to understand their spatial needs.
Research & Innovation: Stay informed on industry trends (office work models, ergonomic standards, smart-office technologies) to contribute fresh ideas to the strategy team.