Real Estate - Senior Manager - Digital Transformation

When you join Verizon

You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.

What you’ll be doing…

From internships and co-ops to leadership development programs and entry-level roles, becoming part of Verizon’s award-winning Campus program is a great step toward shaping your future.  Join a program that’s been recognized with awards such as WayUp’s Top 100 Internship Programs, and RippleMatch’s Campus Forward Award. Why the accolades? It’s easy: we immerse you in meaningful experiences and projects that deliver tangible business impact. Working with us, you’ll have the opportunity to network with V Teamers across the globe, find mentors, and establish meaningful relationships to last a lifetime. When you join the V Team, our network becomes even stronger. #vteamlife

Global Real Estate (GRE) is an enabler of the business, strategically partnering with all Verizon Teams to ensure their success in meeting the business needs of today and the goals of tomorrow. The GRE organization operates over 100 million square feet of real estate across the world with an annual energy budget of over $1B. 

Ready to apply your expertise in technology, AI, and data analytics to the tangible world? You'll be at the forefront of shaping how we use the built environment—from our offices and retail stores to network sites—by turning complex data into real-world solutions that drive efficiency and innovation.

This isn't just a data role; it's a builder's role. We're looking for a senior manager who is passionate about creating and implementing cutting-edge AI and data analytics solutions that will directly impact Verizon's vast portfolio of real estate. You'll lead the charge in creating the next generation of intelligent buildings.

Join us in revolutionizing the built environment. As a Senior Manager, you'll pioneer the use of AI and advanced analytics to optimize our global real estate portfolio, building the tools and models that will make our spaces smarter, more sustainable, and more productive.

• Lead the AI/ML and Data Analytics Strategy: Develop and execute the long-term vision and strategy for leveraging AI, machine learning, and data analytics to optimize Verizon's global real estate portfolio.

• Translate Business Needs into Technical Solutions: Partner with stakeholders across Global Real Estate (e.g., Property Operations, Transactions, Energy , Strategy, and  Finance) to identify business challenges and translate them into actionable data and AI projects.

• Build and Deploy Analytical Solutions: Lead the design, development, and deployment of data models, dashboards, and AI/ML applications to improve decision-making related to real estate transactions, space utilization, energy consumption, and facilities management.

• Manage Data Governance and Quality: Oversee the collection, cleansing, and management of diverse real estate data sets to ensure data integrity and reliability for all analytical initiatives.

• Drive Innovation: Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in AI, data science, and the "PropTech" (Property Technology) sector to continuously innovate and maintain a competitive edge.

• Lead and Mentor a Team: Recruit, lead, and develop a team of data scientists, data analysts, and engineers, fostering a culture of curiosity and continuous learning.

You must be currently enrolled in the MIT LGO degree program and be in good academic standing to be considered.

In this hybrid role, you’ll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager.  This hybrid role may be open to Verizon Hubs: Basking Ridge, NJ (NYC area); Manhattan, NY (NYC area); Irving, TX (Dallas area); Alpharetta, GA (Atlanta area); Ashburn, VA (DC area); Boston, MA; Cary, NC (Raleigh-Durham area); Irvine, CA (Los Angeles area); and Lake Mary, FL (Orlando area) If relocation is required, relocation assistance may be available. 

What we’re looking for...

You’re a motivated self-starter. Never satisfied with the status quo, you’re always trying to perform at your  personal best. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where new challenges come up every day. You are flexible, dependable, and work well in varying environments. Learning quickly is personally rewarding and inspires you to take smart risks.

You’ll need to have:

• Current enrollment in an MBA or Master's degree program with a focus in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Business Administration, or a related field with a completion date between December 2025 and June 2026.

• This position is limited to students enrolled at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Sloan School of Management who are currently enrolled in the MIT Leaders for Global Operations (LGO) Program.

• 4+ years of progressive responsibility within Business, Operations, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Construction Management, Project Management, Program Management, or a related field. 

• Willingness to travel and work in an assigned Verizon Hub. 

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• Demonstrated problem solving ability and advanced analytical skills.

• Proven ability at engaging and influencing functional leaders and stakeholders.

• Experience in strategic projects and change management, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Motivated, results-driven attitude with excellent communications skills

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every "even better" qualification listed above.

Compensation

The starting salary for this position based on a full time schedule is $165,000 annually.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.

Benefits and Compensation

Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, stock incentive programs, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.