Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is seeking a strategic and experienced Senior Space & Occupancy Planner to support Property Management's planning, optimization, and management of space utilization and occupancy across Oracle's North America data center portfolio. Based in Nashville, this role is responsible for developing long-term space strategies, optimizing occupancy, and ensuring data center facilities are positioned to support OCI's rapid growth and operational excellence.
As a senior individual contributor, you will serve as the subject matter expert for space and occupancy planning, partnering closely with Global Real Estate, Data Center Operations, Capacity Planning, Construction, Engineering, Security, and Design groups. You will leverage data-driven insights to develop portfolio strategies, improve operational efficiency, and support executive decision-making.
This role requires a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills, experience managing complex facility portfolios, and the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple organizations without direct management responsibility.
Internal Responsibilities
Strategic Space Planning
Develop and execute short-, mid-, and long-term space planning strategies for Oracle's North America data center portfolio.
Create space allocation plans that optimize utilization while supporting operational and business growth requirements.
Conduct scenario planning to evaluate future space needs and expansion opportunities.
Develop master space plans that align with organizational priorities and infrastructure growth.
Occupancy Planning & Portfolio Management
Lead occupancy planning activities to support workforce growth, operational teams, vendors, and business partners.
Monitor occupancy levels, seating capacity, and space utilization to identify optimization opportunities.
Coordinate moves, adds, and changes (MAC) activities to minimize operational disruption.
Maintain accurate occupancy and space inventory records across assigned facilities.
Data Analysis & Reporting
Analyze occupancy trends, utilization metrics, and portfolio performance to support strategic planning.
Develop executive dashboards, reports, and presentations highlighting key performance indicators and recommendations.
Forecast future occupancy requirements using business growth projections and operational demand.
Provide actionable insights that support capital planning and investment decisions.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Global Real Estate, Data Center Operations, Capacity Planning, Engineering, Construction, Finance, Security, and Design groups.
Support new data center deployments, expansions, consolidations, and infrastructure projects through effective space planning.
Collaborate with project teams to ensure space requirements are incorporated into facility design and construction activities.
Process Improvement & Governance
Develop and implement standardized space planning methodologies, processes, and governance frameworks
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance space management efficiency and data quality.
Ensure compliance with Oracle standards, policies, and workplace planning guidelines.
Identify opportunities to automate reporting and planning processes using technology and analytics.
External Responsibilities
Strategic Space Planning
Develop and execute short-, mid-, and long-term space planning strategies for Oracle's North America data center portfolio.
Create space allocation plans that optimize utilization while supporting operational and business growth requirements.
Conduct scenario planning to evaluate future space needs and expansion opportunities.
Develop master space plans that align with organizational priorities and infrastructure growth.
Occupancy Planning & Portfolio Management
Lead occupancy planning activities to support workforce growth, operational teams, vendors, and business partners.
Monitor occupancy levels, seating capacity, and space utilization to identify optimization opportunities.
Coordinate moves, adds, and changes (MAC) activities to minimize operational disruption.
Maintain accurate occupancy and space inventory records across assigned facilities.
Data Analysis & Reporting
Analyze occupancy trends, utilization metrics, and portfolio performance to support strategic planning.
Develop executive dashboards, reports, and presentations highlighting key performance indicators and recommendations.
Forecast future occupancy requirements using business growth projections and operational demand.
Provide actionable insights that support capital planning and investment decisions.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Global Real Estate, Data Center Operations, Capacity Planning, Engineering, Construction, Finance, Security, and Design groups.
Support new data center deployments, expansions, consolidations, and infrastructure projects through effective space planning.
Collaborate with project teams to ensure space requirements are incorporated into facility design and construction activities.
Process Improvement & Governance
Develop and implement standardized space planning methodologies, processes, and governance frameworks
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance space management efficiency and data quality.
Ensure compliance with Oracle standards, policies, and workplace planning guidelines.
Identify opportunities to automate reporting and planning processes using technology and analytics.
