Receptionist

CBRE; Calgary; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in commercial real estate services in Calgary is looking for a Receptionist. The role involves providing administrative support, greeting visitors, answering calls, and organizing meeting spaces. Candidates should have a high school diploma, strong organizational and communication skills, and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office. This position offers an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that values diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Up to 2 years of job-related experience.
• Ability to follow basic work routines and standards.
• Inquisitive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients, applicants, and visitors upon arrival.
• Schedule and prepare meeting and conference rooms.
• Perform general clerical duties.
• Track incoming and outgoing packages and mail.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Basic math skills

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Receptionist

Job ID

251711

Posted

16-Dec-2025

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Administrative

Location(s)

Calgary - Alberta - Canada

About the Role:

As a CBRE Receptionist, you will provide administrative tasks to a department or office. This includes greeting visitors, answering calls, setting up meeting rooms, and other duties.

This job is part of the Workplace Experience function. They are responsible for providing world-class customer service to the clients and visitors of a designated building.

What You’ll Do:

• Receive and direct incoming calls to appropriate personnel and voicemail.
• Greet clients, applicants, and visitors upon arrival. Issue visitor passes and parking validations and follow security protocols.
• Schedule and prepare meeting and conference rooms. This includes room setup, placing catering orders, and securing technological equipment. Request building and housekeeping services as needed.
• Perform general clerical duties including distributing office faxes and packages and ordering office supplies.
• Track incoming and outgoing packages, mail, and freight. Arrange messenger service as needed. Arrange hospitality services for guests such as transportation, tickets, reservations, etc.
• Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems while having a limited opportunity to exercise discretion.
• Impact through clearly defined duties, methods, and tasks are described in detail.
• Deliver own output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance.

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma or GED with up to 2 years of job-related experience.
• Ability to follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.
• Communication skills to exchange straightforward information.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Basic math skills. Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages, discounts, and markups.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in Canada without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer who welcomes and encourages application from all persons regardless of race, creed, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, colour, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity or expression, disability or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, provincial or territorial law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail] or via telephone at [phone] (Canada) and [phone] (U.S.).

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)