Heredia, Costa Rica Remote (Global)

Kyndryl is hiring a Space Planning Specialist

Shape the Future of Work Environments

This role leads the development and continuous improvement of global workspace standards, ensuring alignment with organizational branding, operational efficiency, and employee experience. As a key contributor to workplace strategy, the specialist ensures that physical environments support business goals while maintaining consistency across diverse locations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain global workspace standards, updating them to reflect evolving business and design needs.
  • Collaborate with project teams and external partners to guide architectural planning and branding integration during space fit-outs.
  • Produce conceptual test-fit layouts to evaluate space feasibility and support business case approvals.
  • Work closely with space management teams to ensure accurate digital representation of facilities in enterprise platforms.
  • Advise internal teams on best practices in space utilization, workplace design, and layout efficiency.
  • Review compliance with established standards and recommend enhancements based on performance data and feedback.
  • Document processes, standards, and updates, ensuring clear communication across departments.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD for space planning, design development, and documentation.
  • Background in interior design, architecture, or facilities planning with practical application in corporate environments.
  • Experience conducting space test-fits and optimizing layouts to meet organizational requirements.
  • Knowledge of integrating CAD outputs into space management or room booking systems.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to engage cross-functional stakeholders and influence decisions.
  • Familiarity with resolving space allocation or reservation system challenges.
  • Understanding of workplace design principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

Preferred Background

  • Degree in interior design, architecture, engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience managing workspace standards across multiple international locations.
  • Working knowledge of space management platforms such as Eptura or equivalent systems.

Tools and Technology

AutoCAD, Eptura, and enterprise space management platforms are central to daily operations.

Development and Benefits

Employees grow through access to learning programs supporting certifications from Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Skillsoft. Career pathways span project management, real estate operations, and program governance. Comprehensive benefits support personal and professional life stages, with flexibility and choice at their core.

Volunteer initiatives and a global giving platform enable participation in social impact efforts, including fundraising, donations, and nonprofit engagement. The organization invests in individual growth and fosters a culture where diverse perspectives are valued.

Inclusion and Culture

A commitment to equity and inclusion is embedded in daily operations. Employees are encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work, supported by employee-led networks and organizational policies. The culture is built on mutual respect, diverse representation, and collective responsibility to create a fair and welcoming environment for all.

Equal Opportunity

The organization welcomes individuals of all backgrounds and is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive workplace through equitable practices and ongoing commitment to representation and belonging.

Required Skills
AutoCADCAD drawingsspace management toolsEpturaspace planninginterior designarchitecturefacilities managementtest fitsspace optimizationstakeholder engagement AutoCADspace management platformsEpturaspace planninginterior designarchitecturefacilities managementtest fittingspace optimizationCAD integrationstakeholder management
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Kyndryl runs and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses, with expertise enhanced by AI-powered insights to enable smarter decisions and faster innovation.
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Posted 5 months ago