"Alerted.org

Meeting & Events Sr Planner

Job ID

253058

Posted

29-Dec-2025

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Administrative, Customer Service

Location(s)

Austin - Texas - United States of America

About the role

As a CBRE Events Sr. Planner, you will serve as the primary point of contact for the planning and execution of large and high-profile client meetings, events, and conferences.

This job is part of the Workplace Experience function. They are responsible for providing world-class customer service to the clients and visitors of a designated building

What you’ll do

+ Develop end-to-end event plans to ensure flawless execution from start to finish.

+ Produce detailed event planning timelines and track progress. Troubleshoot and resolve issues as they arise.

+ Distribute event orders and schedules to vendors and team defining event specifics. Create timelines and floorplans for set-up, event flow, and event set up and tear down details.

+ Oversee pre-event client planning meetings. This includes acquiring vendors, menu planning, theme and decor, budgets, etc. Support event communication and marketing plan. Solve issues as they arise.

+ Key contact for day of the event. Ensure seamless event delivery by the events operations team and vendors. Responsible for on-site coordination. Confirm load in, set up time, and verify a certificate of insurance is on file.

+ Support events team with execution. Direct event set-up and tear down, welcoming guests, supporting attendee and speaker requests etc.

+ Conduct post-event reporting and reconciliation. Suggest recommendations for continuous improvement and cost and process efficiency. Present information to senior management.

+ Apply general knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish assigned tasks and solve routine problems.

+ Have a broad knowledge of own job field and some knowledge of several job fields within the function.

+ Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. May convince to reach an agreement.

+ Impact the quality of own work and the work of others on the team.

+ Work primarily within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.

+ Explain complex information to others in straightforward situations.

What you’ll need

+ Bachelor's Degree preferred with 2-5 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.

+ Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems.

+ Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents.

+ In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

+ Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive attitude.

Why CBRE?

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skills of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Disclaimers

+ Include disclaimers appliable for the role i.e. State Pay Transparency requirements, sponsorship eligibility, COVID 19 etc.

+ We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

**Equal Employment Opportunity:** CBRE has 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.

**Candidate Accommodations:** CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [email protected] or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

Host

Host is a service line of CBRE, the world's largest commercial real estate organization. Our mission is to increase individual well-being, personal productivity and organizational effectiveness through people-led, technology-enabled services. Put simply: our goal is to help people work smarter and delight in doing it.

Our experience offering connects employees to their environments - via technology, amenities, and communities that matter the most. Host’s scalable product suite includes concierge-quality services provided by talented CBRE “hosts”; world-class customer service training and certification; and a powerful, enterprise-grade technology platform.

The platform, which can be tailored to specific client requirements, features a robust mobile experience that allows users to navigate the workplace, schedule meetings with colleagues, reserve workspaces, use food and beverage services, and access building and concierge services.

Find out more (https://www.cbre.com/services/plan-lease-and-occupy/experience-services)

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)