Workspace Analytics Lead

Dice is the leading career destination for tech experts at every stage of their careers. Our client, Apex Systems, is seeking the following. Apply via Dice today! Job#: 3030036 Job Description: Our client in Milwaukee is seeking a Workspace Analytics Lead. This is a 8-month contract role, based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. If you are interested, please send your resume to Ryan at . Job Description:Workspace Analytics Lead Northwestern Mutual is seeking a Workspace Analytics Lead to establish a clear, credible workspace measurement capability that informs space allocation, campus planning, and future workspace design decisions. This role will define which workspace metrics matter, assess how well existing systems and data support those metrics, and deliver foundational dashboards and a practical roadmap that enable leaders to make better, evidence-based space decisions. The role is anchored in OpenBlue as the system of record for space inventory and seat assignments, with additional inputs from workforce, presence, and occupancy data where appropriate. This is a hands-on, timebound role focused on building clarity and momentum - not long-term system administration or tool ownership. Key Responsibilities Workspace Metrics & Measurement Strategy • Define a workspace metrics framework that aligns to real business and campus planning decisions (e.g., reliable seat supply, capacity risk, space type performance). • Establish clear metric definitions, assumptions, and calculation logic to ensure consistency and credibility across reporting. • Align metrics to OpenBlue as the authoritative source for space inventory, space types, and seat assignments. Data & Tool Assessment • Evaluate current data sources and tools (e.g., OpenBlue, occupancy sensors, badge/presence data, workforce data) to determine what can be reliably measured today. • Identify gaps, data integrity considerations, and dependencies that affect the usefulness of workspace analytics. • Recommend practical improvements and sequencing, prioritizing use of existing systems before suggesting additional capabilities. Dashboards & Insights • Deliver a small set of decision ready dashboards or analytical views that translate workspace data into clear, usable insights. • Ensure outputs are designed to support space allocation, planning, and design conversations, not just reporting. • Partner with Campus Strategy & Design leaders to validate that insights are understandable, defensible, and actionable. Roadmap & Capability Build • Develop a 12-18 month workspace analytics roadmap that sequences progress from data integrity baseline visibility deeper insights. • Define what "good" looks like at each stage of maturity and what deliverables are expected. • Document standards and approaches so that the capability can be sustained beyond the duration of the contract. Required Experience • Experience in workspace, real estate, facilities, or portfolio analytics. • Demonstrated ability to define metrics and analytics roadmaps, not just produce reports. • Hands-on experience working with CAFM / IWMS platforms (OpenBlue experience strongly preferred). • Power BI and/or Tableau experience required; API data feed experience preferred. • Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to translate data into executive ready insights. • Comfortable operating independently in a contract, outcome focused role. What Success Looks Like • Leaders have shared, trusted workspace metrics and stopped relitigating data. • Workspace dashboards are actively used to inform space allocation and planning decisions. • OpenBlue data is reliably aligned to defined standards for inventory and seat assignments. • A clear roadmap exists for evolving workspace analytics over time. Technical Skills: Demonstrated ability to define metrics and analytics roadmaps, not just produce reports. Experience in workspace, real estate, facilities, or portfolio analytics. Hands-on experience working with CAFM / IWMS platforms Independent, outcome-focused execution EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or . Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details. Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.