Workplace Design Test Fit Program Manager

Workplace Design Test Fit Program Manager

San Jose, California, United States Corporate Functions

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. Our team is a diverse and nimble group that manages Apple’s retail stores, workplaces, and workplace services. 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 this program.

As a Workplace Test Fit Program Manager, you will be focused on leading and developing the test fit program for Workplace. You will work closely with partners across the business, including Real Estate and Space Planning, to access space utilization and propose functional as well as creative design solutions.

• The Workplace Design Fit Program Manager will be responsible for the oversight and management of all test fits for Places Workplace projects worldwide.
• Key responsibilities of this role will include but are not limited to:
• 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

• 10+ Years of proven experience in space planning, test fitting, design management, architecture, or related industry experience working with cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated ability to oversee external partners to develop and execute a global program
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with ability to develop strong working relationship across business groups and key stakeholders
• Experienced in developing comprehensive presentations and documentation packages with excellent graphic verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Excellent planning, analytical, organization and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in design (CAD/Revit), presentation, rendering, or similar tools
• Familiarity with and ability to understand and interpret applicable building codes, local, and regional laws

• Bachelorʼs degree in Architecture, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
• Prior Experience as a Workplace Test Fit Manager, Strategist, Design Program Manager, or Real Estate Planner
• Portfolio PDF or web link to body of work
• Self-starter and capable individual contributor
• Knowledge of current workplace trends and best practices
• Thinks critically and creatively about how to regularly improve…