[Expired] - Space Planner

Techspace is looking for an experienced space planner who will be responsible for all space planning tasks within the business. Positioned within the Real Estate department, the role is critical to determining which buildings are selected for development. The role requires close collaboration with all areas of the business, including Operations, Sales, Marketing and Technology. The role would suit a self-motivated individual looking to advance their career in commercial interior design, in a collaborative team and growing company.

We are looking for candidates who either have a degree in Interior Design, Architecture, Spatial Planning, or HND/C in a related field who are able to evidence experience with Spatial planning for office fit-out projects (>20,000 sqft).

Key tasks:

Produce test-fits and space plans for potential new Techspace locations.

Rapidly produce variations of space plans for the Sales team, on either existing or upcoming buildings, to facilitate the sales process.

Produce Revit 3D images and perspective views, when required, for the sales team, to facilitate the sales process.

Analyse existing building conditions and incorporate both Techpace design standards and technical standards along with commercial requirements into space plans to determine feasibility.

Validate as-built/proposed floor plans and/or agent particulars for potential new developments and perform measured surveys where appropriate.

Produce concept design documentation such as space plans, visualisations, mood boards etc. to capture intent, look-and-feel, and sentiment, for small-works projects (customisations and upgrades of existing spaces), to be handed-over to a contractor for detailed design.

Review detailed design documentation from contractors including lighting, power & data plans, finishes schedules etc. ensuring that all are in accordance with the brief and Techspace design standards.

Work collaboratively with the Sales, Marketing and Operations teams to ensure each team has all drawing/design assets they require to perform their functions.

Work with pre-determined outsourced suppliers to collate and design FF&E packs for select new developments and provide assistance to the Operations team for small-works projects.

Identify and select products and vet suppliers that meet brand standards and budgets.

Meet with stakeholders within the team to determine what they want from their small-works projects and what specific design elements they may wish to incorporate.

Create a snagging list at the end of projects, to be rectified by the contractor.

Liaise with the Sales and Operations teams to identify areas of improvement (Upgrades of existing standards) and make recommendations to enhance space utilisation, operational efficiency, service experience and cost savings.

Administrate our in-house Design Guidance Manual.

Conduct audits on existing space to ensure compliance with the Design Guidance Manual.

Administrate our BIM/CAD workflow, including file management.

Key measurables

Production of space plans that meet Techspace standards for new building prospects, as well as for small works (upgrades and customisations) for the Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams.

Delivery of spatial arrangement / conceptual design packages for new buildings developments and small works projects on time and to a high specification.

Work within project budgets and standards to deliver small-works projects.