Field Researcher - Seattle, WA

CoStar; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

CoStar is seeking a detail-oriented professional for a role focused on navigating and documenting commercial real estate data in Seattle. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and other tech platforms. The position requires frequent communication with building management and offers an hourly wage of approximately $62,000 - $63,000 annually, along with a generous benefits plan.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of professional experience required.
• Field experience preferred.
• Candidate must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Navigate grids for commercial real estate data coverage.
• Document detailed tenant data in commercial buildings.
• Communicate with building staff for property data access.

Skills

Time management skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Tech-savvy

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college

Tools

Microsoft Office

Windows

Apple OS

Job description

Responsibilities

• Navigate one-mile square grids to ensure complete commercial real estate data coverage.
• Thorough walk through assigned commercial buildings floor-by-floor to document detailed tenant data, including business name, full address, suite size, geo-location, and media.
• Professionally communicate with building staff and management to gain access to tenant rosters and any available property data.
• Identify new or missing inventory, along with missing availability and other commercial data.
• Ensure timeliness, accuracy and completeness of all collected information.
• Always represent CoStar in a professional manner.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent and repetitive standing, walking and sitting in a car for 8 hours per day.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and maneuver equipment weighing up to 5 pounds.
• Repetitive hand and arm movements are needed to type on a tablet or laptop.
• Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, lifting, twisting, and carrying are necessary to perform job functions.
• Ability to work and drive outside during all seasons.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited, not‑for‑profit university or college (preferred).
• At least 2 years of professional experience.
• Strong time management skills and very detailed oriented; enjoys working independently.
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and organizational skills.
• Capability to accurately capture and enter data.
• Ability to work independently and stay organized while navigating large geographic areas.
• Strong problem‑solving skills; proactively identify missing data and resolve discrepancies.
• Tech‑savvy: Expert in Windows, Apple OS, Microsoft Office, and Internet applications.
• The ability to quickly learn and apply new concepts such as commercial real estate terminology.
• Field experience preferred.
• Candidate 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.

Benefits

• Hourly wage equivalent to $62,000 - $63,000 annually, based on relevant skills and experience and includes a generous benefits plan.

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