Space Planner

MBH Architects•Alameda, CA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Space Planner to join our team in the Alameda office (Hybrid). This role focuses exclusively on retail space planning, generating consistent technical layouts based on standardized templates, and site-specific conditions for a global retail tech company's worldwide program. MBH is an equal-opportunity employer that values diversity, equity, & inclusion in the workplace. To request a reasonable accommodation during the interview process, please email [email protected]. About MBH Architects MBH Architects offers the best of both worlds: the resources of a top-tier firm with the supportive culture of a close-knit team. With offices in the San Francisco Bay Area, New York, Denver, Mumbai, and Bengaluru, we provide hybrid flexibility and global reach. Our success is built on meaningful collaboration and continuous education. Through integrated services (architecture, environmental graphics, fixture and interior design), we deliver world-class projects, including multi-family housing, labs, retail experiences for iconic brands, and many more. We believe great work happens when people feel supported and inspired. What sets us apart? A strong sense of community, dedication to sustainability and social impact, and a culture that celebrates creativity and connection—whether through design competitions or our legendary waffle-offs. If you are passionate about your work, and strive for excellence in everything you do, MBH Architects could be the perfect fit for you. MBH participates in EVerify for all of our US hires and follows applicable local and national hiring laws for all of our locations.

Requirements

Experience with space planning for retail or commercial interiors, especially within a rollout or high-volume environment
Experience creating and managing accurate fixture, furniture, and equipment (FF&E) plans
Proficiency in BIM software, Revit (required); additional proficiency in any of the following softwares is a plus: AutoCAD, SketchUp, Enscape, Cinema 4D, and Bluebeam
Excellent attention to detail and consistency in technical documentation
Ability to juggle multiple deadlines and communicate progress clearly with your team
Comfortable working within predefined standards, templates, and repetitive workflows
Collaborative team mindset with accountability for your own deliverables
Ability to take the initiative to research and resolve issues independently before escalating to management
Experience reviewing and incorporating field survey data into layout plans

Responsibilities

Produce consistent, accurate 2D/3D store layout plans using CAD, Revit, and other modeling tools
Translate existing survey data into plan layouts that meet strict retail guidelines
Apply established fixture, furniture, and display packages to layouts with precision
Prepare clear, standardized deliverables: plan layouts, storefront elevations, and basic sections
Incorporate redlines and team feedback with high accuracy
Manage multiple space planning tasks concurrently while meeting fast turnaround deadlines
Assemble merchandise placements based on fixed planograms and client rules
Create inventory lists of store elements (fixtures, furniture, etc.)
Support quality control and accuracy checking of peer work as needed