Global Facilities Digital & Technology Director

CBRE; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Equal Employment Opportunity commitment

Accommodations for individuals with disabilities

Job summary

CBRE is seeking a Digital Strategy & Innovation Director in San Jose or San Francisco, CA. This pivotal role involves oversight of digital and technology strategies at a global level and supervising a talented team. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in commercial real estate and leadership in driving innovation.

Responsibilities include managing the team’s daily activities, developing digital strategies, and maintaining a budget while fostering relationships with external partners. A Bachelor’s degree and 8-12 years of relevant experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of relevant experience, preferably managing a team.
• Experience in staffing, training, and developing employees.
• Ability to convey complex information effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the implementation of digital strategies at a global level.
• Guide innovation and establish relationships with partners.
• Manage the department's budget and resources.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

As a CBRE Digital Strategy & Innovation Director, you will assist with the oversight, implementation and innovation of the digital and technology strategy at a global level. This position is onsite supporting a technology client in San Jose or San Francisco, CA. The ideal candidate will have commercial real estate experience.

What You’ll Do

• Provide formal supervision to employees. Monitor the training and development of staff. Conduct performance evaluations and coaching. Oversee the recruiting and hiring of new employees.
• Coordinate and manage the team's daily activities. Establish work schedules, assign tasks, and cross-train staff. Set and track staff and department deadlines. Mentor and coach as needed.
• Assist with the development and implementation of digital strategies.
• Guide innovation within the organization while implementing new digital products, services, and solutions.
• Establish relationships with external partners and vendors to identify emerging technologies and trends.
• Partner with small business units on new digital products, services, and solutions that meet customer needs.
• Manage the department's budget and resources to ensure projects are delivered on time and within cost constraints.
• Apply a robust knowledge of multiple disciplines, the business, and key drivers which impact departmental and cross-functional performance.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Persuade managers and other colleagues to act while being guided by the organization's functional business plans. Negotiate with external partners, vendors, and customers of divergent interests to reach a common goal.
• Identify and solve multi-dimensional, complex, operational, and organizational problems leveraging the appropriate resources within or outside the department.
• Significantly improves and changes existing methods, processes, and standards within job discipline.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 8-12 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Experience managing a team of digital professionals.
• Experience in the areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising and rewarding performance and retention is preferred.
• Ability to lead the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations, and handle problems.
• Leadership skills to set, manage and achieve targets with a direct impact on multiple department results within a function.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Expert organizational skills and an advanced inquisitive mindset.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the position is $170,000 annually and the maximum salary for the position is $200,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program. The application window is anticipated to close on June 8, 2026 and may be extended as needed. Or to express interest in similar roles, visit CBRE.com/careers.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable 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] (U.S.) and [phone] (Canada).

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