Cresa
Global occupier‑only commercial real estate advisory firm delivering integrated solutions.
Advise and prospect clients for Cresa's real‑estate services in SE Michigan.
11 days ago
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Detroit, MI
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,250 Employees
Service Specialisms
Real Estate Advisory
Tenant Representation
Project Management
Lease Administration
Transaction Management
Facilities Management
Capital Markets
Workplace Strategy
Sector Specialisms
Oil & Gas
Corporate
Manufacturing
Financial
Healthcare
Industrial
Energy
Technology
Role
Description
market surveys
financial analysis
comp database
rfp management
tech demo
industry events
- Compose market surveys
- Perform various financial analyses
- Canvass southeast Michigan market for users of office, retail, and industrial real estate who would benefit from Cresa’s services.
- Source comps and maintain comp database
- Compose and negotiate RFPs, LOIs, and purchase / sale agreements
- Demonstrate Cresa’s proprietary technology to secure and advise clientele
- Attend industry events
Requirements
real estate
bachelor’s
2-4 yrs
computer skills
communication
business development
- Quickly grasp and understand Cresa’s niche market advantages and convey this differentiation in a compelling manner
- Understand and stay current with market trends, tenant/buyer movement and deal points
- Valid driver’s license
- Michigan real estate license
- Strong work ethic and desire to work in a commission-based environment
- Effective communication, interpersonal, presentation, and problem-solving skills
- Bachelor’s degree
- 2-4 years of relevant experience in successful business development with proven track record of building and maintaining strong client relationships
- Excellent computer skills and comfortable with internet-based research
- Learn to discern property attributes – their value and how they can provide positive or negative impacts on the client’s business operation
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1993
Year Established
The year the company was established, marking its inception in the commercial real estate industry.
80+ Offices
Global Presence
The number of offices the company operates worldwide, showcasing its extensive reach and network.
100% Occupier-Focused
Client Commitment
Indicates the company's dedication to solely representing the interests of tenants in real estate transactions.
- Emerging to champion occupiers, positioning itself as the sole tenant-only global CRE firm.
- Headquartered in Chicago, weaving a financially robust network financed through client success.
- Typical engagements include transaction management, project oversight, lease administration, site selection, and portfolio strategy.
- Specializing across sectors from energy to transport, tailors real estate solutions to each industry’s unique demands.
- Its depth spans from consulting and workplace intelligence to investment banking—fully integrated under one advisory roof.
- Steers standout projects for clients seeking cost optimization, operational efficiency, and expansion support.
- Avoids landlord conflict—letting clients benefit from true fiduciary representation.
Culture + Values
- An occupier-focused business model that represents only tenants, ensuring conflict-free, transparent negotiations.
- A high level of transparency, trust, and accountability throughout the organization.
- A focus on wellness, fun, and charity through dedicated committees programming around the whole person.
- A commitment to measurable goals and metrics to track progress across initiatives.
- Localized focus groups in every office to support culture, wellness, and charitable efforts.
Environment + Sustainability
- Conducted comprehensive GHG emissions analysis aligned with GHG Protocol
- Committed to set a science‑aligned Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions target
- Engages a sustainability consultant and outside board member to measure, manage and mitigate emissions
- Intends to align real estate portfolio with science‑based decarbonization strategy
- Uses benchmarking against industry best practices and peers to inform long‑term sustainability efforts
Inclusion & Diversity
2018 Launched
DIB Program
The Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging program was formally launched in 2018.
45‑member Council
Diversity Council
A 45‑member Diversity Council was created to oversee inclusion initiatives.
2021 Launched Program
DEAL Program
The Development & Enrichment Associate Leadership (DEAL) Program was launched in Q1 2021 to attract diverse candidates.
1,050+ Employees
Newsletter Circulation
A monthly DIB newsletter is circulated to all employees, providing updates and spotlight features.
- Council split into four committees with specific target objectives to make diversity efforts measurable.
- Implemented unconscious bias workshops company‑wide.
- Supports multiple Employee Resource Groups (Women of Cresa, PRISM, Cresa Cultures, Valor for military‑connected employees).