Account Transition Director - Global Transition Team/GTT

Company: CBRE
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: September 24, 2022

Job Description:

Account Transition Director - Global Transition Team/GTTJob ID82431Posted22-Aug-2022Service lineGWS SegmentRole typeFull-timeAreas of InterestFacilities ManagementLocation(s)Remote - US - Remote - US - United States of AmericaSCOPE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:This person will lead multi-disciplined project team as part of Global Change Management organization to ensure overall transition success. Work with executives, mid-level managers, and project teams to manage and actively participate in the development of project plans that support account transition/transformation projects.This individual will provide on-going leadership and direction for these projects by facilitating planning sessions and control meetings, assessing risk, implementing mitigation plans and communicating with key decision-makers.Responsibilities include:Participate in the client pursuit process, including solution and transition strategy development and yellow pads/presentations as neededLead all transition planning efforts prior to Kickoff, including team mobilizationLead the core and extended transition team to ensure all transition commitments are met and delivered in the agreed timeframe following established transition processServe as the transition central point of contact for client leadership, and CBRE sales and operations leadershipManage the transition budget, forecast any deviation, and provide required reportingDevelop the Transition Commitment Document; validate the Transition Schedule to ensure it meets requirementsHost the internal and client-facing transition Kickoff meetings, including coordination and execution, with the support of the core and extended teamLead the weekly transition Steering Call with client, including coordination and development of required materialsIdentify and resolve risks and obstacles that may impede transition success and ensure detailed mitigation plans are in place; manage issue and risk escalationLead the Go Live strategy and war room to ensure successful day 1Ensure contract obligations are met and transition deliverables are satisfied using established practices, tools and processesManage project signoff and closeout process including Transition Improvement Process (TIP) completion and operational handoff to account leadershipServe as the Global Transition Leader on multi-region projects for which they are the lead region, in addition to serving as the Transition Leader for that regionQUALIFICATIONSTo 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 CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSESBachelor's degree with an emphasis in Facilities Management, Business Administration or related field

• Minimum 15 years progressive leadership experience
• MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Professional background with systems implementations, mergers/acquisitions, re-engineering or other large/complex projects
• Deep operational knowledge in complex organizations
• International work experience preferredCOMMUNICATION SKILLSResponsible for planning efforts leading up to Transition Kickoff; hosts client facing transition kickoff events. Review Transition Bulletins and reporting from relevant project teams.Able to understand current processes and can proactively explore new ideas to increase quality, efficiency, effectiveness, and able to lead others through process improvements.An expert in presentation, oral communication and written response.A change leader, able to drive improvements across the organization partnering with stakeholder groups across all of GWS.FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGEUnderstands impacts and cascade effects of managing time and expenses. Understand transition budget developments and how to expertly manage to each established budget.AUTONOMY / IMPACTExpert at ensuring all scope is accounted for within the transition plan; can proactively develop custom components based off client needs and can lead the development of new components into the standard plan.Can predict possible risks and proactively develop mitigation plans with the appropriate stakeholders. Can lead teams through solutions and enable successful outcomes.CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidates education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the position is $130,000 annually and the maximum salary for the position is $150,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidates skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBREs applicable benefit program.CBRE is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with 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.NOTE: An additional requirement for this role is the ability to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing.CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)

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