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Wiener named project director for Unispace's east region team

Jared Wiener has joined the east region team of Unispace as project director and workplace strategist. Wiener most recently served as director of strategic planning, corporate facilities at NBC. He will head Unispace's project delivery practice and provide leadership in the areas of Workplace strategy and project management. For nearly 20 years, Wiener has leveraged workplace strategy, project planning, and facilities management expertise to help organizations optimize the use of their real estate portfolio. He has led teams of designers, engineers, and contractors to develop strategic solutions for projects ranging from minor renovations to master plan consolidations in excess of 1 million square feet. Matthew Lock, Unispace managing director for the East region said "We're excited about the variety of projects we have been able to be a part of and our growing presence in North America. Jared will make an immediate impact on the success of these projects and contribute significantly to the rapid evolution of our firm."
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