Occupancy Planner

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.  

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.   

What this job involves: 

As an Occupancy Planner at JLL, you'll play a critical role in optimizing our clients' workspaces by developing site and campus-level planning solutions. Working at the intersection of real estate strategy and workplace design, you'll analyze space availability, workplace conditions, and headcount projections to ensure all sites meet client standards while maximizing efficiency. This position offers the opportunity to directly impact how organizations utilize their physical environments, creating workspaces that enhance productivity and support business objectives while contributing to JLL's reputation as a leader in workplace solutions. 

What your day-to-day will look like: 

• Develop and deliver site-level occupancy planning solutions including blocking, stacking, adjacency planning, and optimization strategies 
• Create detailed migration plans and sequencing for group-level and individual moves to ensure smooth transitions 
• Maintain accurate CAFM/IWMS data and support data accuracy audits to ensure reliable reporting 
• Serve as the point of contact for site and campus level space requests, collaborating with business leaders and facilities teams 
• Track and report actual versus projected office demand at building and floor levels 
• Prepare clear communication materials including floor plans, stack plans, and data summaries to help stakeholders understand proposed solutions.

Required Qualifications: 

• Strong relationship building and customer service skills 
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities in space planning scenarios 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel
• Ability to manage and deliver multiple projects simultaneously 
• Experience with CAFM/IWMS systems and space data management 
• Understanding of tactical planning principles and workplace standards 
• Familiarity with AI tools and integrating them into workflows and deliverables.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience with activity-based working programs and modern workplace concepts 
• Background in stacking/blocking and adjacency planning 
• AutoCAD skills or other design software experience 
• Understanding of corporate real estate strategies and facility management 
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders 
• Knowledge of space optimization techniques and best practices 
• Familiarity with reporting and data visualization tools.

Location: Onsite 

At JLL, we are collectively shaping a brighter way — for our clients, ourselves and our fellow employees. We choose to take the more inspiring, innovative, and optimistic path on our journey toward success. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe, which allows us to create transformative solutions for the real estate industry. We support each other's wellbeing and champion inclusivity and belonging across teams. 

JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. 

68,300.00 – 95,000.00 CAD per year

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site –Vancouver, BC

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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

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