Senior Spatial Data Manager

Cushman & Wakefield•Chatham, NJ

7d•$100,300 - $118,000

About The Position

The Senior Spatial Data Manager owns the global spatial data governance model and serves as 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 complex spatial and occupancy data into actionable insights for leadership. This position 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 role provides senior-level expertise in spatial data management, CAD/CAFM administration, space and occupancy data analytics, and space utilization measurement. It leads governance and maintains global standards for spatial and occupancy data, while owning the spatial data operating model within the IWMS environment. The manager serves as the global point of contact and system administrator for the client’s space management platform, and leads integrations between CAD/CAFM systems and enterprise platforms. The Senior Spatial Data Manager partners with Workplace Strategy, Occupancy, and Portfolio teams, supports regional delivery, and manages and develops a distributed team. The role also oversees space allocation reporting, improves workflows and systems, provides training and governance oversight, and supports enterprise initiatives in operational efficiency, cost optimization, service innovation, and global portfolio performance.

Requirements

BA/BS degree or an 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.
Experience managing and developing a small team, including setting priorities, balancing workload, coaching team members, and supporting professional growth.
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.
Ability to take ownership of requests and ensure successful and timely completion.
Strong attention to detail, a proactive ownership mindset, and a 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 while aligning 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 integrations 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.
Collaborate with regional teams, strengthen delivery maturity, and build capability 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 key partners.
Oversee and direct delivery of timely, accurate, 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 that increase 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.