Workplace Project Manager - Paris

Role Summary As a Workplace Project Manager, you will own and drive complex, multi-site, and high-stakes workplace projects that shape the future of how we work. This role is at the heart of aligning our global workplace strategy with Mistral AI’s mission, values (Audacity, Rigor, Customer Success, Speed, Low Ego), and rapid growth. You will oversee the planning, implementation, and delivery of workplace operations projects, ensuring efficient facilities management, optimal space utilization, and high-quality service delivery across all sites. You will report directly to the Workplace Lead EMEA, and be part of the HR Team. Key Responsibilities  Project Leadership & Delivery Own the end-to-end delivery of complex, multi-site workplace projects, ensuring full alignment with business strategy and Mistral AI’s core values. This includes opening and scaling new offices globally, managing and tracking the annual Workplace budget, negotiating leases and contracts with providers, launching and managing calls for tenders and supplier evaluations. Establish and enforce project governance standards, methodologies, and best practices. Lead post-project reviews to capture insights and drive organizational improvements. Develop compliance frameworks for multi-site programs, integrating sustainability and ESG considerations into project design. Advise on emerging regulations and drive a culture of health, safety, and rigor across project teams. Workplace Strategy & Innovation Drive workplace strategy across global sites, integrating occupancy insights, business unit feedback, and emerging industry trends. Develop mid- to long-term capacity plans and champion audacious, innovative space solutions. Lead the adoption and optimization of digital workplace tools, advanced automations, and align technology with organizational goals. Vendor & Financial Management Manage a portfolio of strategic vendor and contractor relationships, developing preferred supplier frameworks. Negotiate multi