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Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) · 1 day ago

Senior Workplace Strategist

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$90K/yr - $110K/yr

6+ years exp

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) is a collective committed to shaping a better future through sustainable and impactful work. The Senior Workplace Strategist is a client-facing expert responsible for implementing design strategies, developing workplace methodologies, and leading stakeholder engagements to support workplace projects.

ArchitectureCommercial Real EstateInterior Design

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Workplace Strategy Development: contribute to the development of the robust workplace strategy practice at SOM

Data Research and Analysis: Analyze quantitative data from multiple sources and translate findings into meaningful insights for our clients

User Research and Stakeholder Engagement: Plan and perform user research and data collection activities, as well as create and help facilitate engaging stakeholder workshops

Scenario Planning, Space Planning and Utilization: Translate strategic insights into workplace programs, space types, and design guidelines that support diverse work styles. Develop future-state scenarios and workplace models to align with organizational growth and transformation. Develop space programs and actively participate in pre-design and programming phases of the projects

User Experience and Innovative Solutions: Develop and illustrate a range of relevant strategies for user experience, workplace, portfolio, and service and operational models that meet client objectives and can articulate trade-offs

Change Management: Help clients implement a positive change experience by developing engagement strategies and tailored communications to ensure lasting results

Inspires and leads others by example, participates in staff mentoring and training, clearly defines team member expectations and responsibilities, empowers others, and delegates where appropriate based on team members’ recognized abilities and potential

Directly supervises staff and is committed to direct reports’ professional development

Develops and engages in talent strategy to find specialists, leaders, and future professionals for the firm through resume review and interviews

In collaboration with team members, develops a clear and consistent work plan to achieve the project budget, deliverables, and schedule

Actively engages in internal and external professional development opportunities

Contributes to the implementation of sustainable strategies in all project assignments and the associated development of staff knowledge

Contributes to the development of standards, policies, and procedures

Protects SOM from financial and legal risk

Qualification

Workplace StrategyData AnalysisChange ManagementUser ResearchStakeholder EngagementSpace PlanningMicrosoft OfficeAdobe Creative SuitePortfolio DevelopmentCollaborationCommunication Skills

Required

Minimum 6 years of experience or equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities

Undergraduate or master's degree in architecture, interior design, design strategy, organizational development, or similar

Proficiency with data analysis, visualization and management specifically with regard to workplace performance data and survey data

Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to translate complex analysis and recommendations into clear and compelling narratives through a variety of formats

Enthusiastic collaborator and ability to work across disciplines

Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Adobe Creative Suite, Miro as well as data analytic software such as Excel and Google Sheets. Familiarity with CAD and Revit

Strong portfolio demonstrating excellent command of fundamental communication design including composition, information graphics, and writing

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance

401K matching, pre-tax spending accounts, and employee discount programs

Inquire about our hybrid/flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance program

Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees as well as specialized in-house career development

Company

Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)

Glassdoor3.7

A global collective of architects, designers, engineers, and planners building a better future. Named No.

Founded in 1936

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.som.com/

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