Job Description

Sr. Occupancy Planner

Job ID

Posted

05-Nov-2025

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Administrative, Design, Project Management

Location(s)

Atlanta - Georgia - United States of America, Austin - Texas - United States of America, Boston - Massachusetts - United States of America, Chicago - Illinois - United States of America, Detroit - Michigan - United States of America, New York - New York - United States of America

CBRE Occupancy Management is more than seating charts! We are crafted to support all our clients' occupancy needs. Whether it is a single occupancy plan to support project delivery or ongoing space management services to maintain accurate occupancy data, the CBRE platform brings together subject matter authorities passionate about providing the best solutions to improve portfolio insights.

About the role

As a CBRE Sr. Occupancy Planner, you will provide space planning, data mining, reporting, and interpretation of space planning metrics for large global technology company in New York City. Some travel will be required within this region.

What you'll do

• Review space requirements and provide conceptual plans and recommendations to the real estate team and high-profile stakeholders.

• Create block or stack plans, charters, and move lists.

• Produce complex drawings and presentations for internal stakeholders and client-facing steering committee meetings for review and feedback. Involve project management staff as appropriate for move and construction services.

• Collaborate with other team members to gain business intelligence including move and relocation sequencing and execution.

• Conduct evaluation and review of work area affected by move planning to ensure that current location(s) and office availability at destination location(s) is reflected accurately.

• Manage space walks for validation and update of occupancy metrics.

• Responsible for reviewing and maintaining occupancy data within the system of record.

• Prepare forecasts and evaluate space planning trends in general business conditions.

• Conduct interviews and discussions with client(s) to gather, coordinate and synthesize project requirements, and functional, operational, and cultural issues.

• Liaise with Change Management teams as needed.

• Make recommendations and implement necessary space planning code changes and/or requirements and updates.

• Facilitate post-occupancy support and reviews to ensure deliverables were implemented and client's expectations were met.

• Apply general knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish assigned tasks and solve routine problems.

• Have a broad knowledge of own job subject area and some knowledge of several job fields within the function.

• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. May convince to reach an agreement.

• Impact the quality of own work and the work of others on the team.

• Work primarily within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

• Explain complex information to others in straightforward situations.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 2-5 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Certification in Corporate Real Estate, LEED or Facilities Management required.

• Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems.

• Ability to review possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents.

• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mentality.

• Advanced math skills. Ability to calculate complicated figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.

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

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of a global leader in commercial real estate and investment services that help businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact! Our collaborative environment is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service, and excellence - and we value the varied perspectives, backgrounds, and skills of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your full potential!

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Sr. Occupancy Planner position is $90,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Sr. Occupancy Planner position is $120,000 annually. The compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on their 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 has 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 recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

CBRE GWS

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client-centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.

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