Workplace Design Test Fit Program Manager

Summary

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.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelorʼs degree in Architecture, or a related field

10+ Years of proven experience in space planning, test fitting, design 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

Strong design background in commercial projects as evidenced through a portfolio of representative projects

Experience overseeing external partners to develop and execute a global program

Experience in the use of AI and related technologies in project delivery in the design / construction industry

Experience developing comprehensive presentations and documentation packages

Proficiency in design tools such as CAD, Revit, Bluebeam, as well as presentation software (Adobe, Keynote, Miro)

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 independent individual contributor

Knowledge of current workplace trends and best practices

Ability to problem solve, think critically and creatively to improve processes and operations

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

Demonstrated success in managing at scale - a high level of organization skill to oversee a large volume of projects, priorities, and people concurrently in a fast-paced, high growth, and results driven environment

Project management and 3D visualization software experience