VP, Data Intelligence & Field Research

VisionLead a department that gathers and delivers data and research products to sales professionals enabling CBRE to create an “unrivaled” research platform that differentiates our brandand delivers compelling value at the point-of-sale while creating superior outcomes for our clients.GoalsLead and motivate Field Research and Data Intelligence teams that capture, clean and curate the best available real estate data from in-house and external sources and actively help CBRE professionals grow market share.Effectively leverage our Digital & Technology (D&T) infrastructure, in partnership with Chief Data Officer, to deliver best-in-class data storage, retrieval and visualization systems.Build effective partnerships with our Thought Leadership function, both nationally and in local markets, to deliver best-in-class Research content within local markets.Key ResponsibilitiesDrive world-class Field Research through leadership of local teams* Create and strengthen processes for Field Research data collection and own accountability with Sales Management and Market Leadership for data accuracy and timeliness* Ensure value-adding cooperation with Sales Management and Marketing in the local markets, leading to world-class solutions delivered to our professional for business development and client engagement* Partner with Broker Operating Platform, LMA business leaders and Research leaders to establish KPIs for Field Research Managers for data collection & enrichment, content and reporting* Drive adoption and further development of our proprietary data system around market-level, building-level and space-level data using consistent methodologies and definitions* Produce best-in-class quarterly statistics and reports backed by accurate data and produced in collaboration with local market stakeholdersOwn US Data Intelligence vision, projects, tools, vendors and processes from inception to completion, partnering with D&T, Econometric Advisors (EA) and global Research to be the voice of data superiority in the US* Lead centralized Data Intelligence function in US Research, including off-shored functions and Data Integrity Group (DIG) in order to drive increased value and cost efficiency to the business* Establish both market level and non-market level (i.e.

corporate initiative) KPIs for the Data Intelligence team* Develop process to ensure data is input into our proprietary data system correctly and consistently with guidelines, processes, policies, quality control and naming conventions* Oversee processes around data audits, automation and visualization to generate maximum ROI from our proprietary dataReports on key metrics around the health of the market and/our market share to National Leadership (Business as well as Research) and partner with them on key national pursuits and client engagement initiativesPartner with other parts of U.S.

Research (Thought Leadership, Content & Editoral, Global Research, etc.) to evaluate opportunities to enhance value to the business and drive down costsManage the planning, organization, and controls for a major functional area or department.* Foster employee engagement through talent management, training, recognition, team events, regular communication, responsiveness to feedback and a general team atmosophere* Responsible for a mix of direct and matrix reports.* Approves subordinate’s recommendations for staff recruitment, selection, promotion, advancement, corrective action and termination.* Effectively recommends same for direct reports to next level management for review and approval.* Monitors appropriate staffing levels and reports on utilization and deployment of human resources.* Leads and supports staff in areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring, appraising and rewarding performance and retention.* Leads by example and models behaviors that are consistent with the company’s values.Other duties may be assigned.QualificationsMBA or equivelant preferred.

BA/BS from a four-year college or university in economics, finance, business administration or related field of study required.Ten or more years private sector experience in data management.

Preferably in commercial real estate.Proven management of multi-level and matrixed team critical.Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret the most complex business documents/data.Ability to motivate and negotiate effectively with key employees and top management to take desired action.Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles.

Reviews complex financial/business analysis and reports prepared by subordinates.Passion for using data and data-backed content to drive superior business outcomes and decisionsFamiliarity with and interest in modern data science techniques and systems.Ability to solve advanced problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situations.Requires expert level analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions for a growing matrix-based multi-industry sales environment.

Draws upon the analysis of others and makes recommendations that have a direct impact on the company.Advanced knowledge of computer software and hardware.Develops and implements financial policies and proceduresApproves and oversees department budget.Decisions made with in-depth understanding and interpretation of procedures, company policies and business practices to achieve complex results.

Responsible for setting project, department and/or division deadlines.

Errors in judgment may cause long-term impact to line of business and/or overall company.