Strategy Lead - Workplace Data + Insight

Design Strategy at Gensler is focused on enabling transformation - our creative and collaborative approach, supported by data and intelligence, enables impactful change and evolution of our clients' organization, culture, and environment.Our practice in Morristown is growing and we are looking for a talented senior strategist to lead data-driven projects across our broad range of services including workplace strategy, real estate portfolio strategy, generating user insights and performing behavior analytics. We're focused on developing holistic real estate and design strategies for a wide range of influential organizations, such as major corporations, healthcare providers, cultural institutions, real estate developers, and universities. We are looking for established leaders with an entrepreneurial spirit who will help us develop and strengthen our client relationships and evolve our practice.Your Role As a Data Strategy Lead, you will lead teams working with a wide range of clients to develop and deliver data insights through your technical expertise. You will leverage client data from a range of sources to evaluate current conditions and develop solutions that support our clients' objectives. Your work will span a wide range of scales, from pilot projects that test new ideas to strategies rolled out across the globe. You'll define and conduct research efforts, synthesize data and feedback into meaningful insights, and develop innovative future state concepts and solutions. You may also propose and build solutions for clients' ongoing data analysis and management.What You Will DoOn projects, as a Data Strategy Lead you'll:Lead projects, be responsible for work product with guidance from the Project/Strategy DirectorsDevelop analytical methodologies for solving business problems to make portfolio or enterprise level decisionsDevelop insights from large scale data sets to determine impact on business goals, organizational culture, or performance criteria for spatial designSupport workplace strategy projects leveraging statistical modeling and machine learningBuild automation tools to increase efficiency and scalability for clientsSupport the interface with Gensler 's design technology team to orchestrate complex multi-sourced data analysis and managementDesign and support working sessions with internal teams, clients, and other stakeholdersArticulate and represent scenarios (with plans, data, feedback, relevant precedents, etc.) to illustrate a range of relevant solutions, based on the research, that meet client objectivesGuide the development of project narratives told through presentations, reports, websites, etc.Provide day-to-day direction to team members, and maintain the strategic direction and expectations set for the project by the Project/Strategy DirectorWork closely with the Project/Strategy Managers to ensure project success (Strategy Managers manage day-to-day operations for projects including staffing, fee tracking and forecasting, and orchestration of client meetings)Mentor future Strategy Leads, along with others in the StudioWith Clients you'llLead and facilitate client meetings and presentations with Project/Strategy DirectorsFocus on learning their business, culture and desired outcomesShare relevant precedents for context and inspirationAssist in building client relationships as a trusted advisorAs a business developer and thought leader you'llSupport the development of proposals that clearly articulate process, scope, and compensationDevelop pitch materials with internal teams and participate in presentationsYour Qualifications Who You Are - You're passionate about the built environment and its impact on individuals and organizations. Youare experienced with research methodologies and activities, and can with work with both qualitative and quantitative dataare a clear communicator and presenter of ideas, findings and/or point of vieware an enthusiastic collaborator and are able to work successfully with a range of other disciplines who complement your experienceare a critical and creative thinkerhave a solution-oriented mindsetrespond proactively and thoughtfully to feedback from clients and colleaguescan graphically visualize information and ideas, able to effectively use charts, and graphics to represent and communicate findings and complex ideasYour background and experience8+ years of relevant professional experience post-graduationUndergraduate or master's degree in architecture, interior design, environmental design, urban design, real estate, design strategy, organizational development, organizational psychology, or similar fieldsA degree in Math, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, orother quantitative fields is a plusExpertise in data analysis, visualization, and managementExpertise in Excel with Power Query and Google Sheets with App ScriptProficient in Python (numpy/pandas/sklearn), R, or SQLKnowledge of Machine Learning algorithms (e.g., clustering, regression)Experience in working with workplace performance data and survey data is a plusTo be considered, please include 2-3 project examples and a cover letter as part of your submission About Strategy at Gensler Gensler's Strategy Practice is focused on exploring and defining how space, technology, services, and policy can create great experiences and support an organizations' best work. We use in-depth user research and data to explore and develop strategies that enable our clients to meet their business and organizational objectives. With our design teams here in New York and around the world, we conceptualize and implement creative solutions that support our client's needs. In parallel, we help our clients manage change to ensure new ideas take root, and to build capability that sustains.Life at GenslerAt Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to 'Well-being Week,' our offices reflect our people's diverse interests.We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities.Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.As part of the firm's commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.Gensler celebrates diversity and our commitment to creating an inclusive environment for our colleagues. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer of choice. All aspects of employment decisions will be based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including p regnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. You may view our Pay Transparency Statement, your EEO rights under the law, and EEO is the law supplemental information on our website. Gensler shares the right to work and participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.Gensler endeavors to make /careers accessible to all applicants. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us.Regarding Gensler's approach to recruiting new talent, we will never ask an applicant for sensitive or personal financial information during the recruitment process. We advise all applicants seeking employment with Gensler to review available information on recruitment fraud. Anyone who suspects that they have been contacted by someone falsely representing Gensler should email .

Created: 2024-11-02