Apple’s Product, Design & Marketing (PD&M) Operations team is seeking a Spaces Program Manager who is responsible for driving space planning initiatives that go beyond logistics - supporting how work actually gets done within creative, collaborative environments. With a focus on balancing function, flow, and culture, the position plays a strategic part in shaping physical environments that align with both team needs and broader business objectives. The role requires a meticulous approach to documentation, floor planning, and space management. Accuracy and clarity are essential, with a high level of organization applied to everything from seating charts to occupancy data. Attention to detail is not only expected-it’s critical to creating spaces that run smoothly and serve their intended purpose. The position thrives at the intersection of creative thinking and operational execution. It requires a proactive, solution-oriented mindset, strong cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to toggle between strategic oversight and hands-on project support. Ultimately, this role ensures that studio environments are thoughtfully designed, and built to empower the teams they support.

DESCRIPTION

In this role, you’ll report to the Spaces Program Lead, helping drive and execute space planning strategies that support our global creative studios. This is equal parts logistics, storytelling, and design sensibility. You’ll play a crucial role in projects within the spatial planning and seating strategy initiatives across our global portfolio. More specifically, you’ll manage construction-related projects, coordinate with cross-functional partners, and ensure that design plans are implemented accurately and meet the needs of our teams. You’ll also manage the development of programming and blocking plans for new spaces, and work with design leads to create seating plans that reflect team requirements and business priorities. AREAS OF FOCUS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: - Partnering with teams to assess evolving space needs and align them with long-term workplace strategy while balancing business requirements with team dynamics with diplomacy - Creating clear, compelling space plans that communicate vision and logistics to stakeholders across disciplines - Developing headcount and occupancy forecasts-then adjusting them as realities shift - Coordinating and managing the logistics behind seating moves, relocations, studio updates, and location-specific needs and liaising with cross functional partners - Maintaining current, accurate documentation of all studio layouts and planning decisions - Crafting visually compelling Keynote presentations that clearly communicate space strategies and captivate executive audiences while using data to support and drive decisions - Supporting global initiatives with nuanced space insights and detailed execution plans - Oversee studio security access globally, supporting confidentiality standards and operational security - Managing and troubleshooting conference room allocations and booking policies across studios

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 7- 10+ years of experience in space planning, creative workplace strategy, or real estate project management (bonus for creative, agency, or tech environments)
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, written and verbal, to all levels of an organization
• Proficiency in Apple Keynote, with the ability to communicate spatial strategies through clear, engaging presentations
• A solid understanding of how physical space impacts team dynamics and creative workflows
• Comfort analyzing data to inform planning decisions and the ability to catch inconsistencies early and resolve them proactively
• A steady, solutions-oriented mindset and comfort navigating multiple stakeholders, perspectives, and priorities with grace and clarity
• Passion for improving processes and tools - always looking for opportunities to better organize work

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong storytelling and strategic thinking skills, with an ability to make complex ideas feel simple
• A deep appreciation for Apple’s brand and a drive to redefine what’s possible
• A problem solver willing to roll up your sleeve and get things done with an eye to excellence
• An entrepreneurial mindset with a deep understanding of creatives and the creative workflow
• Experience working directly with Design and Creative Direction to influence creative outputs
• Experience working with and supporting a global team
• Familiarity with workplace management solutions, e.g., Tririga
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related professional experience

Please refer the Job description for details