Field Research Manager - Chicago, IL

CoStar; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare package

Vision & Dental

401K with match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

On-site gym access

Job summary

CoStar Group is seeking a Field Research Manager to lead a team of Field Researchers in Chicago, coordinating data collection, quality control, and collaboration with Tenant and Market Research teams.

The role requires 3–5 years of supervisory experience, strong KPI discipline, and travel monthly to assigned markets. A Bachelor’s degree and valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited, not-for-profit University or College.
• 3–5 years’ direct operations management of 5+ employees; virtual management a plus.
• Experience with managing effective KPIs, along with meeting performance metrics.
• Proven success in building strong, cohesive teams through influence and collaboration.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate and execute corporate strategy.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret information and trends, adapting quickly.
• Proficiency in Excel, including the ability to manipulate data, filter, and create basic formulas.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, including PowerPoint, as well as Apple OS and other Internet applications.
• Field experience is a plus.
• Candidates must possess a current and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Build, train, mentor, and coach a growing team of c. 8 professional Field Researchers.
• Daily review of the team’s production measured against KPI metrics.
• Review incoming data to determine its quality relative to standards and guidelines.
• Provide constructive, actionable feedback to team members to meet both production and quality expectations.
• Create action plans to help team members grow, succeed, and maintain their engagement.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with employees and internal partners to meet company objectives.
• Work closely with Tenant and Market Research teams.
• The manager's schedule will be aligned with the local Field Researchers (EST, CST or PST).
• Spend time in the field with Field Researchers to demonstrate best practice for data collection, time management, and overall efficiency.
• Travel within and to assigned markets is required monthly.

Skills

Leadership

KPI management

Data analysis

Communication

Excel

Strategic planning

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

MS Office

Apple OS

Job description

Field Research Manager – Chicago, IL

OVERVIEW

CoStar Group is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world’s real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights, and connections that improve their businesses and lives. We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 35 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable offerings to our customers. We’ve continually refined, transformed, and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry, for our customers, and even our competitors. We continue that effort today and are always working to improve and drive innovation. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate. CoStar is the global leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news. Commercial Real Estate industry professionals around the globe use CoStar to access the most comprehensive data to make decisions with confidence. CoStar delivers immediate, verified commercial real estate information on over 5.9 million properties across every market.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Field Research team plays a critical role in capturing data that supports all CoStar Group products. Whether capturing information around new tenants and their occupancy or identifying available space, our research brings significant value to the real estate industry. This newly-formed team is focused on capturing all current tenants, available listings and building characteristics in high priority commercial properties, ensuring that the most accurate and comprehensive market picture is presented to our clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build, train, mentor, and coach a growing team of c. 8 professional Field Researchers.
• Daily review of the team’s production measured against KPI metrics.
• Review incoming data to determine its quality relative to standards and guidelines.
• Provide constructive, actionable feedback to team members to meet both production and quality expectations.
• Create action plans to help team members grow, succeed, and maintain their engagement.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with employees and internal partners to meet company objectives.
• Work closely with Tenant and Market Research teams.
• The manager's schedule will be aligned with the local Field Researchers (EST, CST or PST).
• Spend time in the field with Field Researchers to demonstrate best practice for data collection, time management, and overall efficiency.
• Travel within and to assigned markets is required monthly.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited, not-for‑profit University or College.
• Track record of commitment to prior employers.
• 3-5 years’ direct operations management of 5+ employees; virtual management a plus.
• Internal candidates: Must have experience at the Senior, Principle or above level, to qualify.
• Leadership and management skills, including the ability to prioritize the workload of a team and verify the quality of the incoming data.
• Experience with managing effective KPIs, along with meeting performance metrics.
• Proven success in building strong, cohesive teams through influence and collaboration.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate and execute corporate strategy.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret information and trends, adapting quickly.
• Proficiency in Excel, including the ability to manipulate data, filter, and create basic formulas.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, including PowerPoint, as well as Apple OS and other Internet applications.
• Field experience is a plus.
• Candidates must possess a current and valid driver’s license.
• Satisfactory completion of a Driving Record/Driving Abstract check prior to start. Driving history must reflect responsible driving behavior and compliance with traffic laws.

COMPENSATION

Base Compensation: $95,000 - $100,000 (Salary)

BENEFITS

CoStar Group offers generous compensation and performance-based incentives. The benefits package includes (but is not limited to):

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Medical / Vision / Dental / Prescription Drug
• Life, legal, and supplementary insurance
• Virtual and in‑person mental health counseling services for individuals and family
• Commuter and parking benefits
• 401(K) retirement plan with matching contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• On‑site fitness center and/or reimbursed fitness center membership costs (location dependent), with yoga studio, Pelotons, personal training, group exercise classes
• Access to CoStar Group’s Employee Resource Groups
• Complimentary gourmet coffee, tea, hot chocolate, fresh fruit, and other healthy snacks

APPLY OUTSIDE

We welcome all qualified candidates who are currently eligible to work full-time in the United States to apply. However, please note that CoStar Group is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

EEO STATEMENT

CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing.