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Colliers San Francisco | Sr. Research Manager
[posted: 6/22/11]
Our Company
Colliers International is one of the most respected global brands in the industry. Currently ranked the third largest commercial real estate services firm in the world, Colliers employs 15,000 professionals in 480 offices in 61 countries with annual revenues of $2 billion and $64 billion in transaction value.
Colliers International is a full service real estate company providing our clients with real estate solutions through six major business lines:
•Appraisal and Valuation
•Tenant and Landlord Representation
•Corporate Solutions
•Investment Services
•Project Management
•Real Estate Management Services
Each of our core business lines provides specialized services across all property types and industries.
Colliers is also one of the most fiscally robust firms in the industry thanks to the ongoing support and capital investment of our parent company, FirstService Corporation (NASDAQ: FSRV). Since their initial investment in 2004, FirstService has become the majority shareholder of Colliers International with interest in 70 percent of the business. The remaining 30 percent is retained at the local level based on our successful partnership philosophy.
Reputable sources like Harvard Business Review and The Lipsey Company have endorsed Colliers International as one of the top real estate firms and we’ve been named Best Workplace Overall in New Zealand, Best Real Estate Agency and Best Property Management firm in Poland, and Number One Provider in Latin America.
Our Mission
Colliers International is the leader in global real estate services, defined by our spirit of enterprise. Through a culture of service excellence and a shared sense of initiative, we integrate the resources of real estate specialists worldwide to accelerate the success of our partners.
Service: We create positive, memorable experiences by exceeding expectations both in business outcomes and in personal interactions. Integrity, ethics and empathy guide every interaction and define our service approach with clients and colleagues.
Expertise: We pride ourselves on building and sharing expertise in order to create success for our clients and our people. Our passion for continuously expanding our knowledge base enables us to take a fresh and imaginative approach to everything we do.
Community: We are deeply committed to the communities within which we operate, and to building sustainable business practices, environments and workplaces. We show compassion for those in need and we value and respect each other’s differences and individuality.
Fun: We are serious about our work but don’t take ourselves too seriously. We value an optimistic, energetic and dynamic work environment that emphasizes social as well as business interaction. We are successful because we enjoy what we do.
Our Vision
We are committed to making Colliers the leading global real estate services firm delivering the best service experience. Our business decisions support continued growth and depth in specialization and integrated service delivery to create a competitive advantage for our clients.
Position Title
Senior Research Manager
Location
San Francisco, California
Reports to
Managing Director
Overview of Role
The Senior Research Manager is responsible for the proactive creation and implementation of local research objectives and goals by providing leading-edge thought provoking research and analysis of market data for use in the production of market reports, presentations, and ad hoc research projects.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate core competencies in the following areas:
Provides reliable statistical information of office and retail properties including vacancy rates, rental rates, lease and sale comparables, cap rates, absorption trends, construction and renovation trends.
Performs the collection and analysis of market data and collaborates in the writing of quarterly and annual market reports adhering to corporate standards. Additional report, article and forecast writing on an as-needed basis.
Develop close working relationship with local business publications and organizations such as BOMA and NAIOP, SF Center of Economic Development, and the San Francisco Planning Department to ensure Colliers is recognized as a leading resource for those agencies and that Colliers is current on latest trends, development strategies, and City agenda.
Acts as a resource within the office to brokers and staff involved in special projects requiring compilation of data, i.e., ownership data, zoning, land use, property sales, etc., and provides demographic information as needed through Colliers GIS mapping services.
Assist in creating visual aids, including graphs, spreadsheets, stacking plans, Power Point presentations based on research data and reports for use by the brokers.
Directs one or more research staff (Associates, Analysts) in the day-to-day local research activities.
Ensures quality control of data collection and management of accurate data records via liaison with IT and Corporate Market Research groups. Collaborates with corporate IT and marketing teams in troubleshooting, testing upgrades and/or implementing changes to Colliers’ proprietary software data (CORE and Spex) when necessary.
Responsible for the ongoing assessment, evaluation, and budgeting for existing and prospective research data subscriptions.
Participates in local office sales/leasing, and tenants in the market meetings. Represents local office research staff in regional and national research management calls.
Provides research representation and expertise in client meetings/presentations on as needed basis.
Requirements
The successful candidate will possess the following required degrees, certificates or competencies:
•BA/BS or equivalent required, graduate degree preferred.
•3+ years of industry experience.
•Proven management abilities and track record of leading others in applicable research projects.
•Experience with assessing and realigning departmental goals to meet company objectives.
•Responsible for hiring/termination of staff.
•Computer proficiency in MS Office, databases (Access, ACT) and ability to use internet search engines for research.
•Excellent client-facing presentation skills
•Strong organizational skills including the ability to multi-task and prioritize efficiently.
Personal Characteristics
The successful candidate will embody key attributes or characteristics in the following areas:
•Ability to operate in a decentralized organization through influence and collaboration.
•Forward-looking, strategic orientation.
•Passion for personal challenge and growth.
•Demonstrates the Colliers values, professionalism and enterprising spirit.
•Works well under deadlines, handles multiple tasks, needs little supervision or structure to stay motivated and move forward, works well on a team and individually, open to feedback, is courageous and willing to learn.
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive salary including a full range of health benefits, vacation plan, 401K and other benefits are available.
To Apply
Please send full resume and contact information via email to:
Colliers International provides equal employment opportunity to all persons. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, creed, origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
