Workplace Stratagey Consultant

CBRE; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE seeks a Workplace Strategy Consultant to manage small-to-medium portfolio plans, occupancy strategies, and work environment solutions in a client-facing advisory role. You will contribute to strategic plans, forecast space needs, and collaborate with internal partners to optimize real estate assets.

The role emphasizes data-driven space solutions, cross-functional collaboration, and adoption of flexible work arrangements within CBRE's client base in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to strategic plans for optimizing clients' property portfolios. Grow business relationships with new and existing clients.
• Collaborate with internal partners and clients to understand direction and workplace needs. Forecast space requirements against business and market conditions.
• Identify data for the creation of physical or virtual space solutions. Produce a visual display of quantitative and qualitative information. Illustrate relationships that impact spaces.
• Collaborate with occupiers through change management.
• Assist clients in accepting flexible ways of working and aligning business management to adopt change.
• Prepare migration and origination plans, as well as schematic schedules. Maintain thorough knowledge of space needs and changing workplace environment
• Measure work environment efficiency, effectiveness, and expression. Attend client meetings and address any potential issues with clients.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
• Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
• Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within own team and other related teams
• Work within broad guidelines and policies.
• Explain difficult or sensitive information.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Judgment skills

Perspective taking

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Inquisitive mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

As a CBRE Workplace Strategy Consultant, you will manage the delivery of small to medium-sized portfolio plans, occupancy strategies, and work environment solutions.

About The Role

As a CBRE Workplace Strategy Consultant, you will manage the delivery of small to medium-sized portfolio plans, occupancy strategies, and work environment solutions.
This job is part of the Client Consulting function. They are responsible for Advisory services in relation to real estate operations and investments.

What You’ll Do

• Contribute to strategic plans for optimizing clients' property portfolios. Grow business relationships with new and existing clients.


• Collaborate with internal partners and clients to understand direction and workplace needs. Forecast space requirements against business and market conditions.


• Identify data for the creation of physical or virtual space solutions. Produce a visual display of quantitative and qualitative information. Illustrate relationships that impact spaces.


• Collaborate with occupiers through change management.


• Assist clients in accepting flexible ways of working and aligning business management to adopt change.


• Prepare migration and origination plans, as well as schematic schedules. Maintain thorough knowledge of space needs and changing workplace environment


• Measure work environment efficiency, effectiveness, and expression. Attend client meetings and address any potential issues with clients.


• Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.


• Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.


• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.


• Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within own team and other related teams


• Work within broad guidelines and policies.


• Explain difficult or sensitive information.


• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.


• Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.


• Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.


• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.


• Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.

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.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

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.

About CBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Workplace Strategy Consultant position is $115,000 annually [or $55.29 per hour] and the maximum salary for the Workplace Strategy Consultant position is $125,000 annually [or $60.10 per hour]. The compensation yield to a successful candidate will depend on their skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance

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).