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Senior Space Planner

George Mason University

The Senior Space Planner supports strategic and operational space planning across George Mason University campuses, including Fairfax, Manassas, Arlington, and satellite locations. Reporting to the Director of Interior and Space Planning, this role plays a key part in evaluating space needs, analyzing utilization data, and coordinating space assignments and moves. The Space Planner is the primary data owner and user of George Mason’s space management platforms, ensuring data integrity and usability to support decision-making. While not responsible for IT administration, the Space Planner works closely with Facilities IT and other stakeholders to ensure systems meet planning needs.

Responsibilities:

Space Planning & Analysis:

  • Collaborate with the Director to manage space requests, including reviewing requests and developing recommendations aligned with institutional priorities. Prepare documentation, including justification, options, and recommendations, for review by the Space Administration Committee;
  • Ensure collaboration with project managers and move coordinators to assess space needs, assign space, and coordinate moves across academic, administrative, and research units;
  • Analyze space utilization data to identify inefficiencies, consolidation opportunities, and areas for reallocation or redesign;
  • Develop space programs and concept diagrams that reflect unit needs, institutional priorities, and progressive space use models (e.g., shared workspaces, hoteling, hybrid work);
  • Conduct space feasibility assessments, including adjacency studies, occupancy modeling, and fit plans;
  • Support the development of long-term space plans as part of the annual budget cycle, incorporating historical context, leadership vision, and competing priorities;
  • Participate in planning meetings with unit stakeholders to gather requirements, document space needs, and propose solutions; and
  • Maintain awareness of industry benchmarks and trends in higher education space planning to inform recommendations.

Space Data Management & Software Use:

  • Ensure space data supports the Director’s strategic planning efforts by maintaining accuracy and providing actionable insights within Archibus and Lambent. The records shall be accurate and up-to-date space records, including room attributes, occupancy, departmental assignments, and utilization metrics;
  • Coordinate with Facilities IT and external consultants on software upgrades, integrations, and enhancements from a user perspective;
  • Collaborate with Facilities IT to ensure space standards and guidelines are documented and integrated into planning workflows;
  • Create and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations using Archibus, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Teams to support space planning and executive decision-making;
  • Develop and deliver user training for departmental Archibus users and support onboarding of new users; and
  • Document and implement continuous process improvements in space data workflows and reporting.

Reporting & Surveys:

  • Prepare recurring and ad-hoc reports, graphics, and presentations for internal stakeholders, including space utilization metrics, occupancy data, and planning scenarios;
  • Support the bi-annual SCHEV Space Inventory and Classroom Utilization reporting in coordination with Institutional Effectiveness and Planning;
  • Assist with Facilities & Administrative (F&A) audits and functionalization surveys in collaboration with Fiscal Services;
  • Lead or support twice-yearly academic and administrative unit location inventory audits, ensuring data accuracy and completeness; and
  • Respond to data requests from university committees, leadership, and external agencies, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.

Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Serve as a key liaison to academic and administrative units for space planning and data validation;
  • Collaborate with the Interiors and Space Planning team to coordinate moves, renovations, and space assignments;
  • Facilitate discussions with unit stakeholders to understand operational needs, constraints, and long-term goals;
  • Translate stakeholder input into actionable planning documents and visual presentations for executive review;
  • Communicate planning recommendations and committee decisions to stakeholders in coordination with the Director; and
  • Support space-related initiatives and committee work as assigned by the Director.

Other Related Duties as Assigned:

  • Related tasks assigned by the supervisor and department head.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field, or the equivalent combination of education and experience;
  • Generally, a minimum of 5 years of experience in space planning, facilities data management, or related functions in higher education, corporate, or institutional settings;
  • Demonstrated knowledge of space management software such as Archibus, AutoCAD, or similar platforms;
  • Demonstrated knowledge of space utilization metrics and how to apply them to planning decisions;
  • Skill in analyzing space data and translating findings into actionable recommendations;
  • Skill in managing complex datasets and maintaining accurate records;
  • Skill in coordinating space assignments and moves in collaboration with project managers and move coordinators;
  • Skill in developing space programs, concept diagrams, and feasibility assessments;
  • Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including academic and administrative units;
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment;
  • Ability to synthesize complex data into executive-level presentations and infographics; and
  • Ability to support continuous improvement in space planning processes and technologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field;
  • B.S. in interior design preferred;
  • Experience working in a higher education environment;
  • Experience supporting move coordination and space assignment processes;
  • Knowledge of SCHEV reporting requirements and F&A functionalization audits; and
  • Familiarity with GIS, Lambent, eBuilder, and Microsoft Teams integration for space planning.

Space Planner & Facilities Systems Specialist

WWE

TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO) is a premium sports and entertainment company. TKO owns iconic properties including UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization; WWE, the global leader in sports entertainment; and PBR, the world’s premier bull riding organization. Together, these properties reach 1 billion households across 210 countries and territories and organize more than 500 live events year-round, attracting more than three million fans. TKO also services and partners with major sports rights holders through IMG, an industry-leading global sports marketing agency; and On Location, a global leader in premium experiential hospitality.

Position Summary

WWE is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Space Planner to support the day-to-day planning, coordination, and optimization of our state-of-the-art corporate headquarters environment in Stamford, CT.

This is an opportunity to support one of the most unique and technologically advanced corporate headquarters environments in Connecticut. This role offers exposure to modern workplace operations, facilities systems, and smart building technologies within a highly visible and collaborative environment.

This role will focus primarily on space planning, workplace coordination, AutoCAD-based floor plan management, and facilities operations support, while also assisting with CMMS administration, asset tracking, maintenance coordination, and reporting initiatives.

The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys working at the intersection of workplace operations, facilities technology, and cross-functional coordination. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with space planning, facilities systems, CAD, or workplace operations experience who is interested in growing into broader smart building and

Key Responsibilities

Space Planning & Workplace Coordination

  • Maintain and update facility floor plans, seating layouts, and workplace documentation using AutoCAD or similar design software
  • Support office moves, adds, changes, and departmental space planning initiatives within our OfficeSpace software
  • Coordinate workspace allocations and assist with optimizing office utilization
  • Partner with Facilities, HR, IT, and department leaders to support workplace planning needs
  • Maintain accurate records of occupancy, workspace assignments, and facility layouts

Facilities Systems & CMMS Support

  • Support administration and ongoing maintenance of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
  • Assist with asset tracking, preventive maintenance scheduling, and work order coordination
  • Help maintain facilities data, inventory records, vendor information, and maintenance documentation
  • Generate reports and analytics related to facilities operations, asset management, and service performance
  • Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and internal teams to ensure timely completion of maintenance activities

Operational Support

  • Assist with facilities projects, workplace improvements, and operational initiatives
  • Support inventory management and procurement coordination for facilities-related materials and supplies
  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency within workplace and facilities systems
  • Participate in workplace planning and facilities operational meetings as needed

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in space planning, facilities coordination, workplace operations, CAD drafting, facilities systems, or related environments
  • Experience in OfficeSpace or similar workplace management softwares/tools
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar space planning/design software required
  • Experience supporting facilities operations, workplace planning, or office environments preferred
  • Exposure to CMMS, IWMS, CAFM, or other facilities management platforms is a plus
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication and cross-functional coordination abilities
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
  • Experience with data reporting, asset tracking, or facilities analytics is a plus

Space Planner/Designer II

Dayton Group Inc.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties may include, but not be limited to, the following:

  • Conducts surveys, analyzes functions, determines individual office requirements for specific office space, analyzes requirements for space alterations for telephone outlets, computer outlets, furniture, and equipment layouts.
  • Responsible for producing accurate design plans utilizing the CAD Computer drafting system and preparing recommendations for specific design plans.
  • Prepares reports and presentations on high level projects for review by senior level management.
  • Reviews, analyzes, and develops methods to improve the accuracy, adequacy, timelines, and validity of data for dissemination to managers at all levels.
  • Assists program managers in developing strategies for meeting space planning goals and objectives.
  • Participates in engineering surveys and initiating, formulating, and adapting design plans, and specifications.
  • Initiates professional application of the physical sciences, pertinent calculations, and sound judgment in compliance with existing directives, codes and precedents for new construction, modifications or alterations, additions to existing buildings, utility systems and building service equipment.
  • Provides original detailed drawings utilizing resident AutoCAD computer system to provide the finished product.
  • Prepares drawings, layouts, and plans for proposed additions, improvements, alterations, modification, and equipment installations, utilizing written specifications, photographs, sketches, models, stairways, platforms, structures, drainage patterns, plumbing, heating, air conditioning and electric systems.
  • Prepares cost of materials, equipment, labor and maintains a database to determine cost trends in the local construction market.
  • Prepares space programs, space planning, design sketches, and project management of renovation projects.

Required Qualifications and Experience

  • Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience
  • Mastery of AutoCAD
  • AutoCAD training certification, equivalent technical trade school certification, or relevant Associates degree and relevant experience.
  • Experience in utilizing use Archibus and Integrated Workplace Management System (IWMS) applications.
  • Must be able to draw using CAD from extensive existing file of floor plans, design drawings, and schematics for construction and renovation projects.
  • Knowledge of GSA construction standards to accurately interpret drawings, specification, and schematics for renovation and construction projects.
  • Experience creating design layouts and reports to present to executive leadership using Auto Computer Aided Design (CAD) and preparing drawings of utility systems, roadways, parking lots, and landscaping in addition to structural requirements.
  • Experience developing activation spreadsheets for each project, plan procurement obligations, budgets, and resource requirements to activate new facilities.
  • Experience in analyzing equipment requirements and how to integrate functions with appropriate capabilities of existing systems; as well as identifying building infrastructure requirements for equipment installation and provide to architect/engineering firms to be included in all design and construction documents.
  • BA/BS degree in architectural engineering may be accepted as satisfying in full the basic Level I requirements.
  • Candidates must be US Citizens with an active secret clearance