Sr. Occupancy Planner

JLL•San Francisco, CA

5d•$154,000 - $181,500•Hybrid

About The Position

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Please note: This is a hybrid position with an expectation of working on-site 3 days a week. As a Senior Occupancy Planner, you will be responsible for fostering partnerships with both the client’s Real Estate Organization and end users to cultivate innovative space solutions. You will ensure consistent delivery of planning services and effectively managing and reporting occupancy data within the parameters of the client's workplace programs and strategy. Operating within a dynamic and forward-thinking culture, you will leverage your expertise in the creation of occupancy scenario and collaborative workplace practices to offer comprehensive solution options for intricate occupancy issues. This role requires three days (3) of onsite presence weekly.

Requirements

5-7 years of experience in corporate environment, preferably in strategic space / occupancy planning
Bachelor’s degree in Corporate Real Estate, Finance, Architecture, Design or a related field.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, cell calculations) and Microsoft Power Point
Proficiency in CAFM/IWMS software
Experience with AutoCAD for basic test-fits and square foot calculations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Strategic thinking and big-picture perspective
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Ability to go above and beyond to help with any tasks that might come your way and solve problems effectively using problem solving skills and decision making skills.
Thinking strategically, simplifying the complex, seeing the big picture, and supporting results are key requirements of the job.
Thrive on change with guidance from senior team members, be proactive and innovative with solutions while contributing to team objectives.
Attentive to detail and accuracy - particularly numbers and spatial creativity.
Demonstrate strong verbal and non-verbal communication (verbal & non-verbal) skills through effective written communication, active listening, and ability to engage with various organizational levels.
Apply stakeholder management skills to build positive relationships with individuals and organizations while supporting coordination and collaboration among different JLL businesses under guidance from senior team members.
Critical thinking skills and can tell compelling stories through data analysis.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, XLOOKUP, complex calculations) and understanding of floor plans.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to consolidate data and floor plans into clear PowerPoint presentations for client support will be highly valuable.

Responsibilities

Fostering partnerships with both the client’s Real Estate Organization and end users to cultivate innovative space solutions.
Ensuring consistent delivery of planning services.
Effectively managing and reporting occupancy data within the parameters of the client's workplace programs and strategy.
Leveraging expertise in the creation of occupancy scenario and collaborative workplace practices to offer comprehensive solution options for intricate occupancy issues.
Supporting planning and managing portfolios.
Maximizing space utilization.
Assisting clients in their migration plans, group, and individual moves.
Preparing and updating project status reports on actual versus projected seat demand.
Reporting on current supply and capacity.
Forecasting inventory changes.
Supporting organizational leadership in identifying space requirements.
Applying space utilization methods.
Assisting clients in reconciling discrepancies from top-down projections.
Utilizing business knowledge and critical thinking to analyze complex data and support strategic Corporate Real Estate decision making.
Building positive relationships with individuals and organizations.
Supporting coordination and collaboration among different JLL businesses under guidance from senior team members.