Workplace Program Manager

Job Description

at CBRE in Topeka, Kansas, United States

Job Title:

Technology, Data and Innovation Program Manager

Global Level: GL-9

Job Family/Function:
Data Management / Technology & Innovation

As the Technology, Data and Innovation Program Manager, you will lead a dedicated team responsible for delivering comprehensive technology, data management, and AI solutions for a key client account. This role sits at the intersection of corporate real estate ( CRE ) data management and technical innovation. You will oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of reporting, data pipelines, low-code application development, and AI-driven efficiency tools.

You are responsible for balancing talent assignments to meet competing client needs while managing financial forecasting and budgeting for the program.

• + Program Leadership:
  Oversee and manage the team responsible for technology, AI solutions, data analysis, and reporting. Ensure all projects align with client objectives and contractual service level agreements.
• + Data & Analytics Oversight:
  Direct the production, maintenance, and support of ad-hoc reports, scripts, data pipelines, and dashboards that support the corporate real estate data management practice.
• + Innovation & AI Strategy:
  Drive the development of AI tools to increase service effectiveness and efficiency. Continuously identify opportunities to modernize workflows and integrate new technologies into the client’s service ecosystem.
• + Application Development:
  Supervise the design, build, and maintenance of low-code business applications (e.g., Google App Sheet). Manage the associated data pipelines and reporting structures for these applications.
• + Resource Management:
  Balance team capacity and talent assignments to ensure competing customer needs are met on time and within scope.
• + Financial Stewardship:
  Manage program-level financial forecasting, budgeting, and performance tracking.
• + Technology Governance:
  Track and oversee all technology implemented across the service offering, ensuring compliance, security, and scalability.
• + Stakeholder Engagement:
  Collaborate with internal partners and clients to translate business needs into technical solutions. Act as the primary point of contact for technology-related initiatives.
• + Mentorship & Influence:
  Coach team members to develop expertise in technical disciplines. Model behaviors consistent with CBRE RISE values, and effectively manage stakeholder expectations, even when interests diverge.
• + Policy & Process:
  Apply advanced knowledge to design better methods for accomplishing departmental objectives. Work is guided by functional policies, but you will influence the design of internal procedures.

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  Education & Experience:
  
  Bachelor’s degree preferred with 8-10 years of relevant experience in technology program management, data operations, or a similar field. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
• + Technical Proficiency:
  Strong familiarity with low-code/no-code solutions (e.g., Google App Sheet, Microsoft Power Apps). Proven experience with dashboarding and reporting platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, or similar). Familiarity with the Google technology stack is preferred.
• + Strategic Mindset:
  An innovative mentality to develop methods that go beyond existing solutions, with the ability to solve unique, complex problems having a broad business impact.
• + Operational
  
  Skills:
  
  Experience with financial forecasting and resource allocation in a project-based environment.
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  Soft Skills:
  
  Expert organizational skills, an inquisitive mindset, and the ability to persuade senior-level stakeholders.

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 realize your full…