Data Specialist (Contract)

Cushman & Wakefield; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Data Specialist to contribute to local research and data management. This full-time role involves gathering and maintaining market data, performing analysis, and supporting various research initiatives. Candidates should have a degree and relevant skills, particularly in data entry and PowerBI.

Qualifications

• Requires a BA/BS degree.
• 1+ years of applicable experience preferred.
• Proficiency in PowerBI and MS Office software is important.

Responsibilities

• Perform primary research and maintain local market data.
• Assist with quarterly publications and data requests.
• Update proprietary databases regularly.

Skills

PowerBI

Data Entry

Writing

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

BA / BS

Tools

MS Office

GIS

Job description

The Data Specialist reports to the Local Manager. The Data Specialist is responsible for supporting the development of local research output and data collection. Specifically this position provides support for gathering and entering local market data into Cushman & Wakefields proprietary database. The Data Specialist is accountable for accurate and proactive maintenance of proprietary and thirdparty databases with local market data as well as pulling data from said systems to support the businesss needs. This position is not specific to a service line but may specialize by property type.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Perform primary research on buildings that are built under construction proposed or under renovation
• Call and / or inquire on available properties update proprietary database as applicable
• Track new construction renovations and completions leases and sales tenant movements (tenants in the market) direct and sublet space etc.
• Update C&W exclusive listings on a monthly basis
• Collect maintain and review articles relevant from all Real Estate sources for database implementation and market knowledge
• Assist with quarterly statistics process for use internally and externally under the direction of the Research Manager
• Contributes to the creation of market conditions under supervision of the Research Manager publications to include quarterly MarketBeat and other C&W publications as well as client pitches branch PR and consulting projects
• Assist as needed on regional and national level projects apart from normal report generation
• Gathers and formats information for Research requests
• Follows up on availability lease and sale surveys
• Assists in creating and populating photo database where applicable
• Physically canvas and phone canvas buildings in order to populate tenant database and derive stacking plans where applicable

Requirements

• BA / BS required
• 01 years applicable experience
• PowerBI Skills preferred.
• Writing and analytical experience preferred
• Responsible for large sets of data entry
• Computer proficiency in MS Office including Excel Word and PowerPoint
• Excellent organizational skills including the ability to multitask and prioritize efficiently
• Ability to work independently on assigned projects
• Strong attention to detail
• Outstanding communication skills and the ability to interact with both internal and external clients
• Ability to efficiently perform tasks and demonstrate a high level of proficiency in all related software

Cushman & Wakefield is committed to equity in employment and our goal is to have a diverse inclusive and barrierfree workplace. If you are a person with a disability and need the job posting in an alternative format or any other accessible accommodations during the hiring process please email your request to Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

INCO : Cushman & Wakefield

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

GIS,Computer Data Entry,Facilities Management,ADMA,Fleet,Key Account

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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