CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) is part of CBRE Group, which employs over 140,000 people worldwide. We provide fully integrated real estate, facilities management, and technology solutions for owners, occupiers, and investors across the globe.

As a global provider of integrated FM services and corporate real estate services, GWS operates in 48 countries, creating stable and safe working environments for our clients and their teams. We focus on comprehensive facility maintenance and efficient infrastructure management, supporting organizations in their daily operations. Thanks to the expertise of our specialists and modern tools, we ensure efficient, predictable, and responsible property management throughout the entire lifecycle of real estate assets.

This is a rare opportunity to lead Integrated Facilities Management across a high-profile Central European portfolio for one of the world's most innovative technology organisations.

As Sub-regional Senior Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for more than 175,000 sq. ft. of premium workplace space across seven buildings in four countries. Working within a dynamic and evolving portfolio, you will play a key role in shaping workplace strategy, driving operational excellence, enhancing employee experience, and leading portfolio transformation initiatives.

This is far more than a traditional facilities management role. You will influence real estate decisions, build and develop high-performing teams, and deliver a hospitality-led workplace experience that supports world-class innovation.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the delivery of Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) services across a multi-country portfolio in Central Europe.

• Ensure safe, compliant, efficient, and customer-focused workplace operations across all locations.

• Manage facilities, engineering, workplace, and vendor teams to deliver exceptional service standards.

• Drive portfolio transformation initiatives, supporting lease reviews, occupancy planning, and workplace optimisation projects.

• Develop and implement workplace strategies that enhance employee experience and align with business objectives.

• Oversee building maintenance, critical systems, M&E operations, and business continuity requirements.

• Manage annual operating budgets, applying Zero-Based Budgeting (ZBB) principles and identifying opportunities for cost optimisation.

• Lead procurement activities, vendor selection processes, contract negotiations, and performance management programmes.

• Ensure compliance with all local health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements across multiple jurisdictions.

• Utilise CMMS platforms to drive maintenance planning, asset management, reporting, and data-driven decision making.

• Build trusted relationships with client stakeholders, acting as a strategic advisor on workplace and facilities matters.

• Foster a hospitality-grade service culture focused on customer satisfaction, innovation, and continuous improvement.

• Support sustainability, quality, and operational excellence initiatives across the portfolio.

• Recruit, develop, and coach team members while designing an effective service delivery model for the region.

What You Will Need:

• 8+ years of experience in facilities management, property management, or workplace operations.

• Minimum 3 years of experience managing regional, multi-site, or multi-country portfolios.

• Proven experience delivering Integrated Facilities Management services within technology, corporate, or similarly high-expectation environments.

• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, building operations, and critical infrastructure.

• Demonstrated experience managing budgets and applying cost optimisation methodologies, including Zero-Based Budgeting (ZBB).

• Strong vendor and contract management experience within a multi-supplier environment.

• Knowledge of procurement governance, supplier performance management, and commercial controls.

• Proficiency with CMMS platforms such as IFM Hub, Maximo, Planon, or similar systems.

• Strong understanding of health, safety, environmental, and compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions.

• Fluent English and Polish language skills.

• Customer-first mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional workplace experiences.

• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership capabilities.

Preferred:

• Professional qualification or membership such as IWFM, RICS, FM License, or equivalent.

• QHSE and ISO management systems experience.

• Experience working with Works Councils and co-determination processes, particularly in Germany.

• Corporate workplace, laboratory, engineering, or R&D facilities management experience.

• Experience managing outcome-based contracts or vested partnerships.

• Exposure to workplace transformation, real estate strategy, or lease management projects.

What We Offer:

• Hybrid role based in the client's office, with occasional business travel across the region.

• Opportunity to work with a world-class technology client and support workplaces that enable cutting-edge innovation and collaboration.

• Regional portfolio influence, with the opportunity to shape workplace and facilities strategies across multiple countries during an active transformation and lease review period.

• Exposure to innovative ways of working, including AI-powered tools, data-driven decision making, digital-first operations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ownership and autonomy to build and develop your team, design an effective regional service delivery model, and drive meaningful operational change.

• Exceptional career development opportunities within a globally recognised organisation, offering exposure to senior stakeholders and complex, high-profile projects.

• A collaborative, fast-paced environment where innovation, customer experience, and operational excellence are valued and rewarded.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including a regional responsibility allowance and ongoing professional development support.

• The chance to make a visible impact, helping create workplace experiences that support some of the world's most talented engineering and technology teams.

• Benefits package including private medical care, co-financing of a sports card, and life insurance support.