Occupancy Planner Associate

About the Role:

Ready to help shape the workplace experience for one of theworld's leading financial institutions?

We're looking for an Occupancy Planner Associate to join ourteam in New York City, supporting a premier financial services client fromtheir impressive headquarters location. This hybrid role offers the best ofboth worlds, with three days in the office and two days remote each week.

In this role, you'll help manage and optimize approximately1.3 million square feet of office space across the client's headquarterscampus, while also supporting a portfolio of smaller locations in key citiesthroughout the U.S. You'll partner with workplace, facilities, and projectteams to ensure employees have the space and resources they need to do theirbest work.

If you enjoy analyzing data, solving workplace challenges,and influencing how office environments evolve to meet business needs, this isan excellent opportunity to make a visible impact. You'll assist with spaceplanning, occupancy reporting, workplace analytics, and move management whilehelping drive strategic real estate decisions for a dynamic and fast-pacedorganization.

This role offers exposure to large-scale workplace planninginitiatives, key business stakeholders, and a highly recognizable clientportfolio.

What You'll Do:

Partner with stakeholders and the real estate team tounderstand business needs and develop space planning recommendations thatenhance the workplace experience.

Assist in creating block and stack plans, move lists, andworkplace strategies that support organizational growth and change.

Develop drawings, reports, and presentations that help driveinformed real estate and occupancy decisions.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to coordinateemployee moves, relocations, and space changes while ensuring a seamlesstransition experience.

Participate in client meetings, capture key decisions, andhelp move projects forward by tracking approvals and action items.

Maintain accurate space and occupancy data within theclient's system of record, ensuring information in the database aligns withon-site conditions.

Conduct floor audits and space walks to validate occupancydata, verify furniture and workstation layouts against floor plans, identifydiscrepancies, and support overall data integrity across the portfolio.

Analyze workplace metrics, identify trends, and supportforecasting efforts to help optimize space utilization and inform futureplanning initiatives.

Engage directly with clients and business stakeholders togather requirements and translate them into effective workplace solutions.

Partner with project management and architectural teams tosupport space planning initiatives, workplace redesigns, and compliancerequirements.

Assist with post-occupancy evaluations and continuousimprovement efforts to enhance the employee experience.

Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment whiledelivering high-quality work and meeting established timelines.

Build strong working relationships through clearcommunication, collaboration, and a customer-focused approach.

What You'll Need:

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, SpacePlanning, Facilities Management, or a related field preferred.

Up to 2 years of experience in occupancy planning, spaceplanning, workplace strategy, commercial interiors, or a related discipline.

Commercial interior design experience preferred.

Proficiency in AutoCAD required, including the ability toreview and update floor plans, conduct test fits, and support space planninginitiatives.

Experience performing test fits, space planning analyses,and workplace layout evaluations within an office environment.

Working knowledge of building codes and regulations;experience applying code requirements to workplace planning projects is a plus.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data,identify trends, and make informed recommendations.

Experience maintaining accurate space and occupancy data andensuring system records align with on-site conditions.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularlyExcel and PowerPoint.

Highly organized with strong attention to detail,initiative, and an inquisitive mindset.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with theability to collaborate effectively across teams and client groups.

A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a willingness tolearn and grow in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to work independently while also contributing as anengaged team member.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in theUnited States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Why CBRE?

• Competitive Benefits: CBRE offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan starting the first day of the month following your start date.

• Professional Development: We are committed to investing in our employees' growth and development through training programs, certifications, and mentorship opportunities.

• Career Advancement: CBRE is a global leader in commercial real estate services, providing ample opportunities for career progression and advancement within the company.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate'sunique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificialintelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidatesdisclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

New York Residents: CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Occupancy Planner Associate position is $38.00 hourly and the maximum salary for the Occupancy Planner Associate position is $40.87 hourly. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [email protected] or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)