Workplace Design Test Fit Program Manager

In Places, we don't sit back and let things happen, we make things happen, and we do this in service to all Apple employees and customers. We develop and manage Apple's global real estate portfolio, lead all related capital construction projects, provide outstanding facilities and site services, develop and lead sustainability initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of all Apple facilities, including commute and renewable energy programs, and do everything we can to ensure the health and safety of all Apple personnel, facilities, and customers in our facilities around the world.

Our Workplace Design Team focuses on designing incredible human-centered spaces and experiences that reflect Apple's brand and values in the built environment, inspiring and empowering employees to achieve their best work.

We are seeking an experienced, collaborative, and detail orientated design professional with a passion for workplace design to join our team as a Test Fit Program Manager to oversee and manage all aspects of a global program.

Description

As a Workplace Test Fit Program Manager, you will be focused on a global portfolio leading and developing the test fit program for Workplace. You will collaborate closely with international partners across the business, including Real Estate and Space Planning, to assess space utilization and propose functional, creative design solutions that support critical business decisions for new locations, expansions, and renovations.

To be considered for this role, please submit a portfolio representing relevant work or selected work samples (via PDF or web link) demonstrating your design test fit expertise.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for the oversight and management of all test fits for Places Workplace projects worldwide

Lead the test fit process for new workplace locations, expansions, and renovations

Oversee external partners to develop and execute a program for preliminary architectural test fits, which influence critical business decisions

Prepare and present business cases with test fit recommendations to leadership

Develop and maintain metrics and reporting related to space types and utilization

Maintain an open dialogue with internal stakeholders, cross functional partners, and external parties to ensure project meets all established parameters

Contribute to the development of space planning standards and guidelines for workplace

Utilize knowledge to support the development of future workplace space typologies

Conduct programming and utilization studies with partners, providing recommendations for space efficiency and employee engagement

Maintain a library of test fits and develop tools to increase consistency and efficiency

Stay up-to-date on current workplace trends and best practices, incorporating them into test fit plans to create innovative and functional office spaces

Share lessons learned and provide feedback/suggestions

Preferred Qualifications

Master's or other advanced degree

Prior Experience as a Workplace Test Fit Manager, Strategist, Design Program Manager, or Real Estate Planner

Self-starter and capable individual contributor

Knowledge of current workplace trends and best practices

Ability to think critically and creatively to improve processes and operations

Communication and collaboration skills with ability to develop working relationships across business groups and key stakeholders

Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and people concurrently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Demonstrated success in managing multiple projects, priorities, and people concurrently in a fast-paced, high growth, and results driven environment

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelorʼs degree in Architecture, or a related field

10+ Years of proven experience in space planning, test fitting, design management, architecture, or related industry experience working with cross-functional teams

Experience overseeing external partners to develop and execute a global program