CBRE Group, Inc. is actively recruiting an accomplished professional to step into the role of Sr. CAD Specialist within our Advisory Segment practice. Positioned at the forefront of commercial real estate and workplace infrastructure, this role offers direct exposure to tier-one client accounts, strategic portfolio deliverables, and complex operational environments.

Role Overview & Strategic Impact

As a Sr. CAD Specialist at CBRE, you will provide vital operational leadership, technical execution, and client management across dedicated facilities and corporate real estate portfolios in Alajuela, Costa Rica. Operating within our Advisory Segment (Construction, Consulting, Design), your primary focus will be optimizing day-to-day asset performance, mitigating operational risks, and driving continuous improvement.

CBRE is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, managing more than billions of square feet of property globally. In this position, you will collaborate with seasoned industry professionals, leverage institutional-grade technology systems, and deliver client-focused outcomes that reflect CBRE’s core RISE values—Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence.

Operational Context: Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) & Workplace Experience

CBRE Integrated Facilities Management delivers end-to-end operational excellence, workplace experience curation, contract lifecycle oversight, and supply chain governance. Managers drive service level agreements (SLAs), optimize facilities operating budgets, oversee third-party technical vendors, and maintain safe, productive commercial office environments for Fortune 500 corporations worldwide.

Team members in this discipline combine deep technical domain expertise with client-focused execution. Whether managing complex real estate transactions, executing critical engineering protocols, or administering enterprise service agreements, you will operate within a mature governance model backed by CBRE’s global knowledge network.

Key Responsibilities & Scope of Work

In this capacity, your daily workflows and strategic contributions will center on the following core deliverables:

• Become familiar with CBRE & Buildingi’s core business and the services provided to our clients.
• Apply strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and client-specific CAD standards to drawings, including but not limited to the following disciplines: architectural, structural, furniture, electrical, mechanical, and security as they relate to corporate real estate drawing records.
• Use AutoCAD to maintain accurate data & drawing records in applicable computer-aided facility management (CAFM) systems.
• Utilize LISP Routines, Scripts and Menu Programming provided by the company.
• Provide support for property management software. Using correct grammar, spelling and tone while corresponding with tool users in order to troubleshoot issues, offer guidance and provide solutions. This support can be provided via e-mail, IM, video, and/or in person (as needed).
• Provide superior customer service with extreme attention to detail.
• Comply with and extend Quality Assurance procedures, including auditing records or a change control log to track work history.
• Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, environmental (HSE), and regulatory statutory requirements across all operational activities.
• Prepare comprehensive reporting dashboards, executive briefing summaries, and asset condition documentation for client and internal stakeholders.

Candidate Profile & Experience Requirements

To qualify for the Sr. CAD Specialist position, candidates are evaluated based on their hands-on background, technical credentials, and operational competencies:

• Professional Experience: Minimum of 5 years (60 months) of verified experience directly applicable to construction, consulting, design or related operational disciplines.
• Review client CAD standards, understand client expectations, and be capable to align instructions within the team.
• Associate degree or equivalent combination of technical training and/or at least 5 years of related drafting experience in a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience with AutoCAD is required.
• Experience with CAFM/IWMS administration is required.
• Oral and written English required.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions in English both written and oral.
• Excellent knowledge and ability to operate a computer using e-mail, spreadsheets, and either Google tools or Microsoft Office software.
• Proficient use of AutoCAD or Revit
• Technical & Analytical Aptitude: Familiarity with computerized enterprise management platforms, building telemetry, or financial modeling tools relevant to the specialization.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Exceptional communication skills with the demonstrated ability to articulate complex operational matters clearly to non-technical clients and executive teams.
• Governance & Ethics: Uncompromising commitment to workplace safety, ethical decision-making, and professional regulatory standards.

Work Environment, Schedule & Location Structure

This role is based out of Alajuela, Costa Rica. The operational arrangement is structured as Full-time under a On-site Dedicated (Alajuela, Costa Rica) format. Candidates will work within professionally managed corporate client environments or modern commercial centers equipped with enterprise safety and productivity tools.

Compensation, Growth Pathways & Total Rewards

CBRE believes in recognizing talent through comprehensive, market-competitive total rewards programs designed to support career development and employee well-being:

• Estimated Base Salary Range: USD 28,000 – USD 48,000 per annum (exact compensation determined based on verified background, certifications, specialized licensing, and geographic market benchmarks).
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Premium healthcare packages covering medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs, and mental well-being support.
• Financial & Retirement Security: 401(k) / national pension savings programs with corporate matching contributions and financial advisory resources.
• Continuous Learning & Mobility: Direct access to CBRE University, specialized leadership tracks, licensing fee reimbursements, and internal career mobility across more than 100 global markets.
• Wellness & Life Balance: Generous paid annual leave, public holiday allowances, parental leave provisions, and corporate employee assistance programs (EAP).

Application Process & Requisition Reference

This requisition is actively open and monitored by CBRE Global Talent Acquisition. Consistent with corporate recruitment practices, this listing does not feature a predetermined closing deadline and will remain active until a suitable candidate is formally appointed (Open Until Filled).

To apply, select the Apply Now link on this listing to navigate directly to the official CBRE recruitment portal. When submitting your application, reference Requisition ID 292476. Ensure your submitted documentation accurately reflects your relevant experience in construction, consulting, design, academic credentials, and applicable professional licenses.