Purpose: The role of an Associate Facility Planner supports facility planning and space management initiatives within an organization. Responsibilities include supporting the Facility Planning team with updating and compiling information for extraction for analysis.
Responsibilities
Gather and analyze data on space utilization, occupancy, and facility conditions to support planning activities.
Document existing conditions and maintain relevant documentation to assess how spaces are currently used.
Prepare and maintain documentation such as reports, floor plans, and relevant information to support planning activities.
Assist with space planning to optimize the utilization of different types of spaces based on business use.
Support communication with stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure alignment with facility projects.
Support planners in developing space planning strategies and facility improvement projects to enhance efficiency of the workspace.
Use facility management software to monitor and manage space utilization, including entering requests (SR).
Collaborate with the CAFM (Computer-Aided Facility Management) team to implement clear data quality standards and objectives. Understand what data is critical, the desired format, and any benchmarks for accuracy and completeness
Implement policies, procedures, and standards for facility planning, ensuring compliance with regulations and alignment with organizational values.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Facility Management, Architecture, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience in space planning, facility management, preferred.
Knowledge of building codes, ADA, safety regulations, and sustainability practices, a plus.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
CAFM (Computer-Aided Facility Management), or similar space management program is a plus.
Proficiency in the MS Office Suite, including advanced skills in MS Excel.
Excellent communication abilities.
Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Proven ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
Willingness to travel between Lake County facilities, with a travel requirement of 5%
EEO:
“Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.”