Digital Strategy & Innovation Director

Company: CBRE
Location: Dallas
Posted on: May 1, 2025

Job Description:

Digital Strategy & Innovation Director

Job ID

213761

Posted

21-Apr-2025

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Digital & Technology/Information Technology

Location(s)

Remote - US - Remote - US - United States of America

About the Role:

We are seeking a visionary and dynamic Digital Strategy & Innovation Director to lead our organization's digital transformation initiatives.

As a CBRE Digital Strategy & Innovation Director, you will be pivotal in driving the strategic direction, innovation, and execution of digital solutions that enhance our competitive edge and deliver exceptional value to our customers. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of strategic thinking, technological expertise, and leadership skills to foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive digital strategy aligned with the organization's goals and objectives. Identify opportunities for digital innovation and transformation to drive business growth and efficiency.
• Lead the ideation, development, and deployment of innovative digital solutions and processes. Foster a culture of creativity and experimentation within the team and across the organization. Significantly improve and change existing methods, processes, and standards within job discipline.
• Assist with the development and implementation of digital strategies. Oversee the integration of emerging technologies such as AI, machine learning, into business processes. Ensure seamless adoption and utilization of digital tools and platforms.
• Enhance customer engagement and satisfaction through innovative digital solutions. Monitor and analyze customer feedback to continuously improve digital offerings.
• Collaborate and partner with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, finance and others, to ensure alignment and successful execution of digital initiatives. Establish relationships with clients, external partners and vendors to identify emerging technologies and trends
• Establish metrics measure the effectiveness and impact of digital strategies. Monitor and analyze performance data to make informed decisions and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead change management efforts to ensure smooth transitions and adoption of new digital processes and technologies. Provide training and support to employees to enhance digital literacy and capabilities.
• Manage digital projects from conception to completion to adoption. Coordinate cross-functional teams, set project timelines, and ensure deliverables meet quality standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team. Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
• Identify skill gaps and provide training and development opportunities to ensure the team remains at the forefront of digital trends and technologies.
• Set clear performance expectations, conduct regular performance reviews, and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Efficiently allocate resources and manage team workloads to ensure timely and successful project delivery.
• Address and resolve any team conflicts or issues promptly and effectively, maintaining a positive and productive work environment.
• Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values.
  
  What You'll Need:
  
  To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial 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 essential functions.
  
  
  • Bachelor's Degree preferred with 8-12 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Experience managing a team of digital professionals.
  • Experience in the areas of staffing, selection, training, development, coaching, mentoring, measuring
  • Ability to lead the exchange of critical, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations, and balance problems.
  • Leadership skills to set, manage and achieve targets with a direct impact on multiple department results within a function.
  • In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
  • Expert organizational skills and 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 realize your full potential.
    
    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.
    
    CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Digital Strategy & Innovation Director position is $150,000 annually and the maximum salary for the position is $185,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's 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 has 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 recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

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