Space Planner

Tenant Planner

Atlanta, Georgia

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Tenant Planner with experience in commercial architecture, workplace planning, or interior architecture to join our growing team. This individual will play a key role in developing tenant planning solutions for office, mixed-use, retail, and commercial developments by translating client requirements into efficient, code-compliant, and marketable space plans.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of commercial building design, space utilization, leasing requirements, and tenant improvement documentation. They are highly collaborative, detail-oriented, and comfortable working directly with leasing teams, property owners, brokers, consultants, and internal design teams throughout the planning and entitlement process.

Key Responsibilities

Tenant Planning & Space Design

• Develop test fits, stacking plans, and tenant layouts for office, retail, healthcare, and mixed-use developments.
• Prepare conceptual floor plans that maximize leasing potential while meeting client programming requirements.
• Analyze existing building conditions and develop planning solutions that optimize efficiency, circulation, and flexibility.
• Produce presentation-quality plans and graphics for marketing and leasing efforts.
• Ensure tenant plans comply with applicable building codes, accessibility standards, life safety requirements, and zoning regulations.

Project Coordination

• Collaborate with architects, interior designers, engineers, property managers, and developers throughout the planning process.
• Coordinate with consultants to ensure tenant layouts align with structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Participate in project meetings, design reviews, and client presentations.
• Assist with feasibility studies, due diligence efforts, and space utilization analyses.

Documentation & Technical Support

• Prepare schematic planning packages and support documentation using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Maintain accurate drawing sets and project documentation throughout each phase.
• Review lease exhibits and ensure planning documents accurately reflect leasing requirements.
• Support architectural teams during tenant improvement and construction documentation phases as needed.

Client & Leasing Support

• Meet with clients and leasing teams to understand tenant requirements and project objectives.
• Present planning options and provide recommendations that balance functionality, constructability, and marketability.
• Respond to planning revisions and accommodate changing tenant needs while maintaining project schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, Interior Design, or related field.
• 5-10+ years of experience in commercial architecture, tenant planning, workplace planning, or interior architecture.
• Strong experience developing commercial tenant layouts, test fits, and lease plans.
• Thorough understanding of commercial building systems, ADA requirements, life safety codes, and zoning regulations.
• Experience working on office, mixed-use, retail, healthcare, or corporate workplace projects.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with Bluebeam, SketchUp, or visualization software is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present planning concepts to clients and stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Architect or actively pursuing architectural licensure preferred.
• Experience working with commercial developers, REITs, brokerage firms, or corporate real estate clients.
• Knowledge of workplace strategy, occupancy planning, and commercial leasing processes.
• Experience supporting both speculative planning and tenant improvement projects.

Core Competencies

• Commercial Space Planning
• Tenant Test Fits
• Workplace Planning
• Office & Retail Planning
• Building Code Compliance
• ADA & Life Safety
• Revit & AutoCAD
• Construction Documentation
• Client Presentation & Communication
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Problem Solving
• Time & Project Management
• Attention to Detail

What You'll Bring

The successful candidate is a proactive planner who understands both the architectural and business aspects of commercial real estate. They can quickly evaluate space opportunities, develop creative planning solutions, and effectively communicate ideas to clients, brokers, and project teams while supporting successful leasing and development efforts.