Technical PMO

CBRE; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions seeks a technically proficient PMO leader to drive complex programmes across the EMEA region within a fast-paced tech account. You will partner with engineering teams and account leadership to establish governance, manage technical workstreams, and track success criteria.

You will coordinate with regional and country teams, ensure delivery of compliance and quality initiatives, and manage risks with proactive problem-solving to support rapid roadblock resolution.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of facilities management and engineering environments.
• Ability to lead a multifaceted, region-wide technical programme.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination across countries.
• Strong analytical and budgeting skills including forecasting and cost control.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, proactive in remote/fast-paced settings.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing Technical Compliance Programmes, Quality & Audit programmes, and safety initiatives.
• Managing account-wide utilities data collection, baseline asset verification, and surveys.
• Driving pre-employment screening, transition site access, provisioning, and knowledge management systems.
• Setting up and managing project terms of reference, technical delivery phasing, and SME engagement.
• Proactively identifying and managing technical risks, introducing best practices, and driving improvements.
• Liaising with in-country teams, Engineering FM teams, and client representatives for delivery and issue resolution.

Skills

Facilities Mgmt

Programme leadership

Budget management

Cross-country coordination

Stakeholder management

Job description

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are currently recruiting a Technical PMO to join our team working on a high‑profile, fast‑paced, and exciting global tech account.

Operating across the EMEA region, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to provide programme management leadership for performance, technical innovation, and continuous improvement projects from transition into the first contract year and beyond. Partnering with the engineering teams, and account leadership, you will establish rigorous terms of reference, manage complex technical workstreams, and track success criteria.

Key Technical Programmes & Responsibilities

• Overseeing Technical Compliance Programmes, Quality & Audit programmes, and rigorous safety initiatives.
• Managing account‑wide utilities data collection, base lining, and comprehensive asset collection, verification, and condition assessment surveys.
• Driving pre‑employment screening, transition site access, provisioning, and account knowledge management systems.
• Setting up and managing project terms of reference, technical delivery phasing, and SME engagement requirements across multifaceted project components.
• Proactively identifying and managing technical risks, introducing best practices, and pushing forward innovative engineering and operational ideas for leadership approval.
• Liaising closely with in‑country operational teams across the region, Engineering Teams, FM teams, and client representatives to ensure seamless technical delivery and rapid roadblock resolution.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a results‑driven, highly organised technical project leader with a strong background in facilities management and technical operations who thrives in a fast‑paced tech environment.

Key Skills & Experience Required

• High‑level knowledge of Facilities Management, technical compliance frameworks, and engineering environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead a multifaceted, EMEA‑wide technical programme with independent, concurrent component projects.
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills, capable of coordinating seamlessly with remote in‑country teams, engineering professionals, and client stakeholders across multiple countries.
• Strong analytical abilities, critical thinking, and budget management skills including forecasting and cost control.
• Self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and able to tackle technical roadblocks head‑on using individual initiative in a remote/fast‑paced setting.

What's In It For You?

This role offers a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Technical PMO professional to gain exceptional experience on an exciting, large‑scale, EMEA‑wide tech account managing a wide variety of complex technical projects and initiatives.

Take ownership of cutting‑edge technical programmes on an exciting global tech account. Bring your expertise to CBRE GWS and help us deliver world‑class solutions across the EMEA region.

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.

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