SPO: Space Management
Technical / Construction
Western Cape
SPO Space Management: Cape Town
An exciting contract opportunity is available for a highly experienced Senior Professional Officer: Space Management to join our client’s dynamic, project-driven environment. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional within the built environment, facilities planning, or space management field who thrives in coordinating projects, developing concept plans, and working across multiple stakeholder levels.
Start Date: 5 January 2026
Role Overview
The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting space management and planning initiatives, contributing to the development of concept layouts, project planning activities, and comprehensive project documentation. The role requires strong collaboration with managers and stakeholders who may frequently be off-site attending meetings or site visits, making proactive communication and adaptability essential.
This is a contract position suited to a self-driven professional who can operate with a high level of independence while maintaining strong professional engagement across teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and prepare space planning concept drawings and layouts
- Assist with project planning and coordination activities
- Compile, manage, and maintain project documentation
- Liaise with managers and stakeholders across various levels, including off-site personnel
- Ensure effective communication and timely information sharing to support project efficiency
Minimum Requirements
Qualification:
- Bachelor’s Degree or BArc/Marc in a relevant tertiary field (e.g. Architecture, Space Planning/Design)
Experience:
- Minimum of 8 years’ relevant professional experience in space management, facilities planning, or a related environment
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Strong understanding of space planning and project workflows
- Excellent organisational and documentation skills
- Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders
- Able to work independently in a contract-based role
- Detail-oriented with a professional approach to deadlines and deliverables
