Space Planner

Application Deadline: 3 June 2026

Department: Federal Services

Location: Arlington, VA

Compensation: $120,000 - $150,000 / year

Description

TeleSolv Consulting is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Space Manager to support government facility operations through strategic space planning, occupancy management, relocation coordination, and workspace optimization initiatives.

This position supports the federal government, and all applicants must be local to the assigned work area.

The Space Manager plays a critical role in supporting Government operations by overseeing space utilization activities, coordinating occupancy planning efforts, supporting office relocations, and ensuring facilities are aligned with operational requirements. This role requires strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple space-related initiatives simultaneously.

This position supports Government operations responsible for administering space planning, relocation coordination, build-out and reconfiguration project management, occupancy agreement tracking and planning, and strategic real estate support services across a broad portfolio.

Responsibilities:

• Draft and maintain comprehensive space plans for up to 180 offices in alignment with Government operational needs and federal space utilization policies.
• Track and assess space utilization, recommending office layouts, configurations, and allocations based on current and future mission requirements.
• Identify space requirements, including functional needs, departmental workflows, and occupancy levels.
• Apply space planning analytics to evaluate utilization and efficiency, identifying opportunities for consolidation, optimization, and cost reduction.
• Develop structured relocation plans for approximately 60 offices impacted by building dispositions or operational changes, including risk mitigation strategies.
• Support management of approximately 280 occupancy agreements, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and lease terms.
• Coordinate with Government stakeholders to align occupancy agreements with space reduction and optimization initiatives.
• Conduct on-site intake and staffing of seating, space, and release requests using systems of record such as ServiceNow or successor platforms (e.g., Tririga®)

Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Architecture, Interior Design, Real Estate, Business Administration, Urban Planning, or related field preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust/Suitability Clearance.
• Experience supporting space planning, occupancy management, facilities operations, or workplace management activities.
• Experience coordinating office relocations, move management, or facility reconfiguration efforts preferred.
• Knowledge of space utilization methodologies, occupancy planning, and facility management principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret facility and occupancy data.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with space planning or facility management software preferred.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits:

TeleSolv Consulting offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match; paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays); short- and long-term disability coverage; life insurance; and opportunities for professional development and training. Additional benefits may include telework options (if applicable), flexible scheduling, employee wellness programs, and performance-based incentives.

About TeleSolv :
Join the TeleSolv Team on our mission to provide quality and unparalleled service to our clients. We are a growing organization that provides a variety of professional and administrative services to public and private organizations with global operations. Rated in the top 1000 businesses in 2019 by Inc.com. Since its founding in 2000, TeleSolv has been committed to helping organizations solve complex problems. Our solutions integrate sound management principles with the most appropriate technologies to assist senior executives in effectively managing programmatic, schedule, and technical risks. TeleSolv offers excellent compensation, training, advancement opportunities, and exceptional benefits including PTO, sick leave, up to 11 paid federal holidays, medical, dental, vision, company paid life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, employee assistance program, and matching 401(k) plan. Background Investigation: This position requires that you obtain a background investigation. As part of this process, the government will perform a criminal, credit, tax, employment, and drug history background check. The government has varying tolerances, with mitigating circumstances, for issues in all of the categories. The government is essentially looking to confirm that you are generally in good financial standing, up to date on your tax filings, rehire eligible with your prior employers, and have adhered to any federal restrictions on illegal drug use, including marijuana, in addition to other checks related on your character and trust worthiness.