CBRE

Business Operations Manager

Posted on: 7 Feb 2021

Irving, TX

Job Description

WHO WE ARE

CBRE is the global leader in commercial real estate services and leverages the industry's most powerful knowledge base to meet the commercial real estate needs of its clients worldwide. Our vision is to be the preeminent, vertically integrated, globally capable real estate service firm. Globally we employ over 70,000 employees and operate in 48 countries.

CBRE has been ranked the industrys top brand by the Lipsey Company for 15 consecutive years and has been named one of Fortunes Most Admired Companies in the sector four years in a row. Through our values of respect, integrity, service and excellence, we maintain a relentless focus on creating winning outcomes for our clients, employees and shareholders.

The commercial real estate market is undergoing a significant and exciting change driven by data and technology. Digital and Technology powered products play a vital role in CBREs mission to create unmatched value for our clients.

WE OFFER

A commitment to providing you with career growth opportunities within your CBRE career

An open source culture/atmosphere that encourages learning and contributing back to the community.

Energetic and collaborative teams and consulting partners

We support staying on top of the latest best practices and tools

A competitive compensation package, complete with benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision/401(k)/Disability)

Paid holidays/vacation

WHO YOU ARE

Do you find it thrilling to be in a role that provides a consistent opportunity for you to gather and frame up impactful decision making presentations for Stakeholders/Clients?

Do you enjoy getting to showcase your skillset in turning a high volume of data into data visualizations and dashboards?

Do you have solid operations experience that has a strong familiarity and understanding of the Facilities Management business sector?

Do you thrive in people driven environments that allow you to interact face to face with Stakeholders and Clients as well as directly manage others?

JOB SUMMARY

Working under general direction, responsible for managing operations and administrative support for a business unit or large department. Manages and oversees budgeting, process improvement, controls for specialized software and other functions enabling the department or business unit to meet objectives in an effective and efficient manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Acts as key financial and logistical liaison and/or resource between management to either: an LMA (Local Market Area), business unit, large department or work group. Works with management team(s) to identify, develop and implement strategic plans to achieve goals. Implements actions for improvement and practical solutions as approved by management.

Responsible for business metrics, strategic management of project resources, developing processes and standards to streamline overall business operations. Conducts special financial and business studies and other duties as assigned by management. Produces routine and ad hoc financial reports, packages and pro forma analyses for management and business unit.

Prepares reviews and monitors data reports including Accounts Receivable, Income, EBITDA, pipeline and other business metrics. Analyzes income and expense trends to identify opportunities to improve profitability. Makes recommendations on revised controls and implements actions for improvement.

Oversees submission of reports/request deadlines. Coordinates work with other departments. Compiles and reviews statistics and market data and adds commentary to complete analysis reports required for acquisitions, transitions and/or business proposals.

Responsible for troubleshooting and resolving complex inquiries and requests from internal and external clients. Develops project plans and costs, including personnel and fiscal requirements to achieve defined objectives. Provides updates relative to project resource and fiscal plans.

Leads and facilitates communication of best practices, policies, procedures and initiatives to support field operations. Ensures shared knowledge to implement process improvements. Facilitates process improvement by engaging appropriate resources in issue identification and resolution.

Acts as system administrator for specialized software utilized by the business group to support its operations. Maintains systems by researching and resolving problems, maintaining system integrity and security. Coordinates software/release upgrades with IT. Prepares and provides training and reference material to assist users.

May train new team members on policies, procedures, processes, administration and governance.

Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides formal supervision to individual employees within single functional or operational area. Recommends staff recruitment, selection, promotion, advancement, corrective action and termination. Plans and monitors appropriate staffing levels and utilization of labor, including overtime. Prepares and delivers performance appraisal for staff. Mentors and coaches team members to further develop competencies. Leads by example and models behaviors that are consistent with the company's values.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent from four year college or university plus a minimum of five years related work experience to include budgeting, finance and or business analytics; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous Team Lead or Supervisor related experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES

None

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information. Ability to respond effectively to sensitive issues.

FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE

Requires advanced knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and commissions. Conducts advanced financial analysis.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Spreadsheet skill set to include advanced functions such as graphics, pivot tables, macros and database management required.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

Decisions made with thorough understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve general results and deadlines. Responsible for setting work unit and/or project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to department.

CBRE

Los Angeles, CA

CBRE Group, Inc. operates as a commercial real estate services and investment company worldwide. It operates through Americas; Europe, Middle East and Africa; Asia Pacific; Global Investment Management; and Development Services segments. The company offers strategic advice and execution to owners, investors, and occupiers of real estate in connection with leasing; integrated property sales, and mortgage and structured financing services under the CBRE Capital Markets brand; and valuation services that include market value appraisals, litigation support, discounted cash flow analyses, and feasibility studies, as well as consulting services, such as property condition reports, hotel advisory, and environmental consulting.

It also provides facilities management, project management, transaction management, and strategic consulting services to occupiers of real estate; and property management services comprising construction management, marketing, building engineering, accounting, and financial services for owners of and investors in office, industrial, and retail properties. In addition, the company provides investment management services under the CBRE Global Investors brand to pension funds, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, foundations, endowments, and other institutional investors; and development services under the Trammell Crow Company brand name primarily to users of and investors in commercial real estate. CBRE Group, Inc. was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California.

  • Industry
    Real Estate Services
  • No. of Employees
    90,000
  • Jobs Posted
    3709

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