Technology Analyst - AI, Technology & Innovation

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid/remote work

Global tech pathways

Job summary

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) seeks a Technology Analyst to lead discovery, hands-on development, and portfolio-wide rollout of AI, automation, and smart building solutions for a tier-one client portfolio across EMEA.

You will walk plant rooms with engineers to uncover bottlenecks, prototype solutions with low-code engines and AI tools, and scale pilots into standard operating systems across millions of square feet.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years delivering technology implementations or operational innovation programs.
• Experience with low-code development and systems integration.
• Ability to write structured requirements and lead pilots end-to-end.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Analytics, CS, Engineering or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Scan for proptech and smart building innovations; partner with cross-functional teams to prioritise tech initiatives.
• Translate ideas into business charters and technical requirements; evaluate data availability and ROI.
• Build MVPs and automated workflows using low-code tools and modern APIs/AI frameworks.
• Lead end-to-end pilot execution on-site and develop deployment playbooks for regional rollout.

Skills

Low-code development

APIs integration

Stakeholder communication

Data architecture

Google Apps Script

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems/Analytics/CS/Engineering

Tools

AppSheet

Power Apps

Vertex AI

LLM APIs

Job description

As the global leader in commercial real estate and facilities management, CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) manages the workplaces of the world's most innovative organisations. We redefine how corporate environments run, leveraging smart systems, automation, and predictive data to drive efficiency and sustainability. We are seeking a Technology Analyst to lead the discovery, hands-on development, and portfolio-wide rollout of AI, automation, and smart building solutions for a tier-one client portfolio across EMEA. This role bridges the gap between digital innovation and on-the-ground facilities operations. You will walk plant rooms with building engineers to uncover operational bottlenecks, rapidly prototype solutions using low-code engines and AI tools, and scale proven pilots into standard operating systems across millions of square feet.

What You Will Deliver?

As the global leader in commercial real estate and facilities management, CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) manages the workplaces of the world's most innovative organisations. We redefine how corporate environments run, leveraging smart systems, automation, and predictive data to drive efficiency and sustainability. We are seeking a Technology Analyst to lead the discovery, hands-on development, and portfolio-wide rollout of AI, automation, and smart building solutions for a tier-one client portfolio across EMEA. This role bridges the gap between digital innovation and on-the-ground facilities operations. You will walk plant rooms with building engineers to uncover operational bottlenecks, rapidly prototype solutions using low-code engines and AI tools, and scale proven pilots into standard operating systems across millions of square feet.

What You Will Deliver?

• Scan for emerging proptech and smart building innovations, including AI/ML applications, spatial and occupancy analytics, energy optimisation algorithms, service robotics, and generative AI for FM operations. Partner with engineering, workplace experience, EHS, and client IT teams to convert daily friction into prioritised tech initiatives.
• Translate ideas into structured business charters and technical requirements. Evaluate integration viability, data availability, and business ROI while steering solutions through InfoSec, privacy, and procurement governance.
• Build functional MVPs and automated workflows using low-code tools (e.g., AppSheet, Power Apps) and modern APIs/AI frameworks (e.g., Vertex AI). Lead end-to-end pilot execution on-site, serving as the central coordinator between engineering teams, IT, and regional leadership.
• Convert successful pilots into regional deployment playbooks, complete with site readiness checklists and change management plans. Monitor adoption, manage L1/L2 operational support, and feed continuous improvements back into the innovation pipeline.

Who You Are?

• You enjoy building working tools, not just strategy decks. You can connect APIs, build no-code operational tools, and leverage AI/automation platforms to replace manual workflows.
• You can discuss data architecture and API endpoints with software teams, and immediately pivot to discussing HVAC maintenance, asset tagging, or space management with front-line engineers.
• You combine curiosity with high ownership, comfortable operating with ambiguity, setting clear success metrics, and executing projects from initial concept through deployment.

Candidate Experience Required?

• 2-5 years delivering technology implementations, low-code development, systems consulting, or operational innovation programs. Proven track record managing projects end to end.

Technical Skills:

• Hands-on workflow automation and integration experience (Google Apps Script, REST APIs, webhooks). Applied curiosity and understanding of AI/ML services and prototyping tools (e.g., Vertex AI, LLM APIs), including an objective awareness of their technical constraints.
• Proficiency in low-code/no-code platforms (e.g., Google AppSheet, Microsoft Power Apps).
• Confident stakeholder communication, structured requirements writing, and comfort leading pilots autonomously.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, or demonstrable equivalent experience.

Preferred

• Background in facilities management (FM), corporate real estate (CRE), IoT/BEMS systems, or smart building tech.
• Working knowledge of SQL and BI/data visualisation tools (Looker Studio, Tableau, Power BI).
• Advanced familiarity with Google Workspace administration and automation ecosystems.

Why Build Your Career at CBRE GWS?

• Test, validate, and scale your technology solutions across premier corporate real estate assets spanning EMEA.
• See the immediate, measurable impact of your work on energy efficiency, engineering productivity, and workplace experience.
• True latitude to prototype cutting-edge proptech and generative AI workflows in a supportive enterprise setting.
• Flexible hybrid/remote working arrangements, competitive regional compensation, and access to CBRE's global technology and leadership pathways.

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.