[Remote] Senior Spatial Data Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Cushman & Wakefield is hiring a Senior Spatial Data Manager to lead global spatial data governance, BOMA-compliant floor plans, occupancy validation, and IWMS data integrity. The role manages a distributed team and advances data standards, system capabilities, reporting, and spatial data support for workplace and portfolio planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior‑level subject matter expertise in spatial data management, CAD/CAFM administration, space and occupancy data analytics, and space utilization measurement
• Lead global governance of spatial and occupancy data, ensuring compliance with enterprise standards, BOMA methodologies, and regional delivery requirements
• Own the spatial data operating model within the IWMS environment, ensuring data integrity, system continuity, and alignment with workplace strategy and portfolio planning
• Establish and maintain global standards for naming conventions, allocation models, drawing requirements, and reporting frameworks
• Drive continuous improvement of spatial data workflows, dashboards, KPIs, and audit programs to enhance accuracy, transparency, and executive‑level reporting
• Serve as the global SPOC and system administrator for the client’s space management platform, enforcing user controls, configuration integrity, and governance adherence
• Lead integration efforts between CAD/CAFM systems and enterprise platforms to improve data availability, automation, and cross‑functional reporting
• Partner with Workplace Strategy, Occupancy, and Portfolio teams to ensure spatial data supports forecasting, utilization modeling, and strategic decision‑making
• Support and collaborate with regional teams, strengthen delivery maturity, and build capability across globally distributed resources and partners
• Manage and develop a small, globally distributed team, providing day-to-day guidance, setting priorities, balancing workload, and supporting professional development
• Build team capability through coaching, knowledge sharing, and consistent ways of working while fostering collaboration across regions and with key partners
• Provide oversight and direction to ensure the team delivers timely, accurate, and high-quality spatial data services aligned with client and business needs
• Proactively monitor execution of the space allocation model, ensuring timely and accurate reporting aligned with enterprise processes
• Recommend and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and system enhancements that increase operational efficiency and data quality
• Provide training, guidance, and governance oversight to ensure consistent and accurate use of spatial data platforms across all regions
• Support enterprise initiatives related to operational efficiency, cost optimization, service innovation, and global portfolio performance

Skills

• BA/BS degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in Architectural Technology, Space Planning, Spatial Data Management, Data Analytics, or Occupancy Planning
• 4–8 years of experience working within spatial data management platforms such as FMS OpenBlue, Manhattan One, Serraview, or similar IWMS/CAFM systems
• Advanced proficiency in interpreting architectural and engineering drawings and applying BOMA space standards
• Strong analytical capabilities with hands‑on experience using MS Office Suite and reporting tools such as Excel, Power BI, or similar platforms
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills with the ability to influence cross‑functional teams
• Demonstrated experience managing and developing a small team, including setting priorities, balancing workload, coaching team members, and supporting professional growth
• Demonstrated ability to lead governance programs, manage complex spatial data environments, and ensure audit‑ready accuracy
• Proven ability to work independently, manage concurrent priorities, and deliver high‑quality outcomes with minimal oversight
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external partners to deliver effective and consistent services
• Assumes ownership of requests to ensure successful and timely completion
• Strong attention to detail, a proactive ownership mindset, and a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation

Benefits

• Eligible employees may enroll in health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Eligible employees may enroll in flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
• Eligible employees may enroll in retirement savings plans.
• Eligible employees may enroll in life and disability insurance programs.
• Eligible employees may receive paid and unpaid time away from work.
• Fully remote work.

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