Workspace Planning Specialist
With over 3,000 locations in over 100 countries and 1,000 cities across the world, IWG is the global leader in the fast-growing Workspace-as-a-Service (WaaS) sector. As the owner and operator of internationally renowned brands like Regus, Spaces, Signature, Open Office, Basepoint and No.18, we provide local and global networks for all kinds of businesses. From independent sole traders and fledgling start-ups to the world's largest corporations, we provide cutting-edge, inspirational workspaces that support effective working and collaboration.
Physically creates the designs, develops and draws up the space management system and utilisation for New Centre Openings (NCO) and other possible projects in the Asia Pacific Region, Middle East, Africa, Europe, UK and the Americas using information provided by the lead managers based on Regus standards and established floor planning requirements that represents a "Centre of Excellence" in the area of workspace planning.
- Analyze the space utilization effectiveness and changing demands for space needs and acts to meet new requirements
- Assign or classify space according to pertinent standards and procedures
- Design and implement programs and processes to deliver operational effectiveness targets within the area of space management
- Preparation of layout plans to support Asia Pacific growth
- Development of model centre design drawings and specifications
- Support the development of new designs in parallel with Regus' product development
- Support the base business workspace needs in existing business centres
- Interface with NCO Project Management teams in other geographies and with other global teams
- Actively participate in sharing best practices across departments, geographies and regions
- Possible travel to various sites to conduct site survey and physical inspections
- Candidates must have a Bachelor's/College Degree in Architecture or Interior Design.
- Being a licensed Architect or Interior Designer is an definite advantage but is not a requirement
- Should have at least five (5) years of relevant work experience in a related field and at least five (2) years on commercial/office space planning
- Must have excellent English language communication skills (written and verbal)
- Must have experience on space management computer applications and highly proficient in AutoCAD software
- Proficiency in other necessary computer software and equipment
- Extensive experience on facilities space management and sound knowledge on space utilization
- Ability to work to deadlines and work as part of a team
- Strong to excellent conceptual skills in floor and space planning
- Must have an excellent attitude towards work and is self-disciplined
- 6 full-time positions are for consideration
- A strong desire to succeed
IWG is leading the workspace revolution. Our companies help more than 2.5 million people and their businesses to work more productively. We do so by providing a choice of professional, inspiring and collaborative workspaces, communities and services.
Digitalisation and new technologies are transforming the world of work. People want the personal productivity benefits of living and working how and where they want. Businesses want the financial and strategic benefits. Our customers are start-ups, small and medium-sized enterprises, and large multinationals. With unique business goals, people and aspirations. They want workspaces and communities to match their needs. They want choice.
Through our companies we provide that choice, and serve the whole world of work: Regus, Spaces, No18, Basepoint, Open Office and Signature. We create personal, financial and strategic value for businesses of every size. From some of the most exciting companies and well-known organisations on the planet, to individuals and the next generation of industry leaders. All of them harness the power of flexible working to increase their productivity, efficiency, agility and market proximity.
We're reaching a tipping point. The workspace revolution is coming.
Join us at www.iwgplc.com.
Are you ready to lead the workspace revolution?
Leading a revolution requires talent, energy, focus and commitment. We need colleagues with these attributes to help us help millions of others to work more productively in over 110 countries, 1,000 cities and towns, and 3,300 locations.
We're looking for entrepreneurial people who are full of fantastic ideas and the energy to turn them into reality. Show us you have the enthusiasm, ambition and ability to make business happen for our clients and we'll support you every step of the way as you build an exciting, fast-paced and challenging career.
Find out more at www.iwgplc.com/careers.
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