Real Estate Data, Digital & Technology Lead

CH01 CHE Fresenius Medical Care (Schweiz) AG; Waltham, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Parental leave

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care seeks a Real Estate Data, Digital & Technology Lead to define and execute the global data strategy for the enterprise real estate portfolio. You will own the data foundation, architecture, and digital ecosystem to enable informed decisions, efficiency, and ESG alignment across sites, leases, and workplace functions.

You will partner with IT and business leaders to deliver scalable, secure solutions, establish a single source of truth, and drive advanced analytics,

Qualifications

• Define and implement global data strategy for real estate, facilities, workplace, and capital projects.
• Establish data standards, taxonomies, and master data management across domains.

Responsibilities

• Own the global real estate technology ecosystem and roadmap.
• Lead global system implementations, upgrades, and integrations.
• Develop enterprise dashboards and predictive analytics for portfolio performance, occupancy, and ESG metrics.
• Drive automation of core processes (lease lifecycle, space requests, capital planning).

Skills

Data strategy

Data governance

IWMS/CAFM

Analytics & BI

RPA & AI

Cybersecurity awareness

Vendor management

Stakeholder mgmt

System integrations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science/IS/Real Estate/Engineering

Master’s degree preferred (Data Analytics/IS/MBA/MSRED)

Tools

IWMS/CAFM platforms

Portfolio planning tools

Space management platforms

Project systems

Job description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE

The Real Estate Data, Digital & Technology Lead is responsible for defining and executing the global data and digital strategy for the enterprise real estate portfolio. This role establishes the data foundations, technology architecture, and digital ecosystem required to enable informed decision-making, operational efficiency, and innovation across real estate, facilities, and workplace functions. As a key leader within the Global Real Estate Center of Excellence (CoE), this role ensures a single source of truth for real estate data, drives advanced analytics and automation, and enables the adoption of emerging technologies. The position partners closely with IT and business leaders to deliver scalable, secure, and integrated solutions that support global strategy, operations, and ESG objectives.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Data Strategy & Governance

Define and implement the global data strategy for real estate, facilities, workplace, and capital projects. Establish and govern data standards, taxonomies, and master data management across key domains (sites, assets, leases, occupancy, projects). Ensure a single source of truth across systems, geographies, and functions. Lead global data quality programs, including validation, cleansing, audits, and reconciliation.

Technology Architecture & Systems Ownership

Own the global real estate technology ecosystem, including IWMS/CAFM, portfolio planning tools, space management platforms, and project systems. Define and maintain the technology roadmap and system architecture aligned with business needs. Govern system integrations across HR, Finance, IT, Security, Procurement, and building systems. Lead global system implementations, upgrades, and enhancements.

Analytics, Reporting & Decision Support

Develop and maintain enterprise dashboards and reporting for: Portfolio performance (cost, utilization, risk); Workplace experience and hybrid work patterns; Capital project performance (cost, schedule, delivery); Sustainability and ESG metrics. Deliver predictive analytics and scenario modeling (e.g., demand forecasting, portfolio optimization, lease strategy). Provide executive-level insights and data-driven recommendations.

Digital Enablement & Automation

Drive automation of core real estate processes (e.g., lease lifecycle, space requests, capital planning workflows). Implement digital tools such as self-service platforms, dashboards, and workflow automation. Leverage RPA, AI, and advanced analytics to reduce manual effort and improve efficiency.

Innovation & Emerging Technology

Identify, pilot, and scale emerging technologies, including: AI-driven space planning and forecasting; Digital twins and smart building platforms; IoT sensors and occupancy analytics; Generative design and advanced modeling tools. Partner with IT and innovation teams to ensure scalable, secure adoption.

Vendor & Platform Ecosystem Management

Manage global vendor ecosystem for real estate technology platforms and services. Establish vendor governance frameworks, including SLAs, performance metrics, and QBRs. Maintain global standards for interoperability, scalability, and cost efficiency.

User Enablement & Change Management

Drive global adoption of systems, tools, and data standards. Develop training programs, playbooks, and user support models (L1-L3). Enable regional teams through consistent tools and knowledge-sharing platforms.

Compliance, Privacy & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with global data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and cybersecurity policies. Support financial and regulatory compliance (e.g., lease accounting standards, SOX controls). Establish secure data governance and access control frameworks.

Knowledge Management & Standards Enablement

Maintain centralized digital libraries for standards, playbooks, templates, and benchmarks. Ensure version control, accessibility, and global knowledge sharing. Capture and scale lessons learned and best practices across projects and regions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Little to no travel is expected for this position.

SUPERVISION

Leads a global team and/or matrix network of data, analytics, and technology professionals.

EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Information Systems, Real Estate, Engineering, or related field required. Master’s degree (e.g., Data Analytics, Information Systems, MBA, MSRED) preferred.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

12+ years of experience in real estate technology, data, analytics, or digital transformation in complex global organizations. Proven experience developing and executing enterprise data strategies and digital transformation initiatives. Deep expertise in PropTech ecosystems, IWMS/CAFM platforms, and real estate data models. Strong experience in data governance, master data management, and system integration. Demonstrated ability to deliver advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and business intelligence solutions. Experience with automation technologies (RPA, AI, workflow platforms). Strong understanding of data privacy, cybersecurity, and regulatory requirements. Proven ability to manage global vendor ecosystems and technology platforms. Excellent stakeholder management skills, including partnership with IT and executive leadership. Strong business acumen, with the ability to translate data into strategic insights and decisions.

The rate of pay for this position will depend on the successful candidate’s work location and qualifications, including relevant education, work experience, skills, and competencies.

Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance.

Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

Creating a future worth living. For patients. Worldwide. Every day. Fresenius Medical Care is the world's leading provider of products and services for individuals with kidney disease of which approximately 4.5 million patients worldwide regularly undergo dialysis treatment. United by a shared purpose of creating a future worth living for chronically and critically ill people, we care for around 292,000 dialysis patients around the globe. In addition, we operate around 35 global production sites to provide products such as dialysis machines, dialyzers, and related disposables. We aim to continuously improve our patients’ quality of life by offering them high-quality products as well as innovative technologies and treatment concepts.