Senior Spatial Data Manager

Cushman & Wakefield • Chatham, NJ

5d

About The Position

The Senior Spatial Data Manager owns the global spatial data governance model and is the senior point of accountability for BOMA-compliant floor plans, occupancy validation programs, and IWMS data integrity. The role advances enterprise data standards, enhances system capabilities, and translates spatial and occupancy data into actionable insights for leadership. It manages and develops a small, globally distributed team, partners with regional resources, strengthens global delivery consistency, and supports strategic workplace and portfolio planning initiatives.

The position provides senior-level expertise in spatial data management, CAD/CAFM administration, space and occupancy data analytics, and space utilization measurement. It owns the spatial data operating model within the IWMS environment, serving as the global point of contact and system administrator for the client’s space management platform. The role also leads integration efforts between CAD/CAFM systems and enterprise platforms and partners with Workplace Strategy, Occupancy, and Portfolio teams to support forecasting, utilization modeling, and strategic decision-making.

The manager sets global standards and improves workflows, dashboards, KPIs, and audit programs to strengthen data quality, transparency, and executive reporting. The role oversees a distributed team’s priorities, workload, professional development, and service delivery, while supporting regional teams and providing training and governance guidance across all regions. It also contributes to enterprise initiatives involving operational efficiency, cost optimization, service innovation, and global portfolio performance.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in Architectural Technology, Space Planning, Spatial Data Management, Data Analytics, or Occupancy Planning.
• 4–8 years of experience working with spatial data management platforms such as FMS OpenBlue, Manhattan One, Serraview, or similar IWMS/CAFM systems.
• Advanced proficiency in interpreting architectural and engineering drawings and applying BOMA space standards.
• Strong analytical capabilities and hands-on experience with MS Office Suite and reporting tools such as Excel, Power BI, or similar platforms.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated experience managing and developing a small team, including setting priorities, balancing workload, coaching team members, and supporting professional growth.
• Demonstrated ability to lead governance programs, manage complex spatial data environments, and ensure audit-ready accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, manage concurrent priorities, and deliver high-quality outcomes with minimal oversight.
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external partners to deliver effective and consistent services.
• Ownership of requests through successful and timely completion.
• Strong attention to detail, a proactive ownership mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level subject matter expertise in spatial data management, CAD/CAFM administration, space and occupancy data analytics, and space utilization measurement.
• Lead global governance of spatial and occupancy data, ensuring compliance with enterprise standards, BOMA methodologies, and regional delivery requirements.
• Own the spatial data operating model within the IWMS environment, maintaining data integrity and system continuity and aligning it with workplace strategy and portfolio planning.
• Establish and maintain global standards for naming conventions, allocation models, drawing requirements, and reporting frameworks.
• Improve spatial data workflows, dashboards, KPIs, and audit programs to enhance accuracy, transparency, and executive-level reporting.
• Serve as the global point of contact and system administrator for the client’s space management platform, enforcing user controls, configuration integrity, and governance adherence.
• Lead integration efforts between CAD/CAFM systems and enterprise platforms to improve data availability, automation, and cross-functional reporting.
• Partner with Workplace Strategy, Occupancy, and Portfolio teams to support forecasting, utilization modeling, and strategic decision-making.
• Support regional teams, strengthen delivery maturity, and build capabilities across globally distributed resources and partners.
• Manage and develop a small, globally distributed team by providing day-to-day guidance, setting priorities, balancing workload, and supporting professional development.
• Build team capability through coaching, knowledge sharing, and consistent ways of working, while fostering collaboration across regions and with partners.
• Provide oversight and direction to ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality spatial data services aligned with client and business needs.
• Monitor execution of the space allocation model and ensure timely, accurate reporting aligned with enterprise processes.
• Recommend and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and system enhancements to improve operational efficiency and data quality.
• Provide training, guidance, and governance oversight to promote consistent and accurate use of spatial data platforms across regions.
• Support enterprise initiatives related to operational efficiency, cost optimization, service innovation, and global portfolio performance.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, vision insurance, and dental insurance programs.
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life and disability insurance programs.
• Paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Competitive pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior