Our mission is to own and operate a high-quality portfolio of Metro-served, urban-infill office, multifamily, and retail assets concentrated in the Washington region—and to grow the portfolio through value-added development and acquisitions. We a...
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Great work environment, culture and peopleCons
Did not experience many cons.At JBG SMITH, our most important asset is our people, who are key to our success. We are committed to building a workforce reflective of the diverse tenants, residents, stakeholders, and communities we serve. As such, we work to create a workplace where all employees can fully contribute, excel, and thrive. When it comes to our workplace and culture, our objective is simple - that everyone experiences JBG SMITH in a positive, inclusive, and engaging way.
JBG SMITH’s D&I strategy is aligned with our corporate mission and aims to drive a culture of excellence. Our D+I efforts are guided by five key pillars:
Workforce & Talent: Attract, develop, engage, advance, and retain a high-performance workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Workplace & Culture: Build and promote an inclusive environment that fosters collaboration, teamwork, and innovation.
Business Integration: Ensure that D+I are embedded into the way we do business.
Industry & Branding: Position ourselves as an employer of choice, good corporate citizen, and leader in the real estate industry.
Metrics & Accountability: Establish effective systems, processes, and measures to drive accountability and track progress.
Employees at JBG SMITH have the opportunity to engage in a number of programs and initiatives designed to foster a sense of connection and belonging. From mentoring to employee led D&I communities, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can succeed.
Some of the great programs and initiatives we offer include:
Mentorship Program – connects and develops leaders across functions, sectors, and disciplines, as well as gender, race & ethnicity identities, and other differences. Mentors are invited to coach, guide and support the professional development of a mentee. Mentees gain exposure to new ideas, skills, and ways of thinking, in addition to receiving advice and learning new ways to increase visibility within the organization.
Inclusion Community – works to collectively drive cultural and behavioral change in all areas and at all levels of our organization.
Women’s Initiative – leads efforts to promote the overall success and advancement of women in the workplace. The group is represented by a cross-functional team of individuals who focus on connecting women and achieving gender equity.
D&I Training & Awareness – mandatory D&I training and resources from strategic D&I organizations including Diversity Woman, Seramount, and Catalyst. We also focus on raising awareness through strategic communications, including our monthly D&I newsletter and leadership blog series.
Workforce Development Program – supports pipeline development and job readiness programs through the University of Maryland, Virginia Tech, Georgetown University, Project Destined, REAP (Real Estate Associate Program), SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity), etc.
In 2020, women represented 38% of JBG SMITH total workforce and 41% of JBG SMITH’s Senior Leadership Team. More than half of our employees are diverse. Furthermore, in year one of our formal D&I strategy, over 70% of our employees have participated in D&I education, awareness, and engagement sessions.
To learn more visit our 2020 D+I Report and Infographic.
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OUR CULTURE
Each employee demonstrates focus, ingenuity, and vision through their work ethic and entrepreneurial dedication. We are committed to attracting top talent—people who not only have invaluable skills but also, and especially, share our commitment to partnership with our industry and communities. This melding of various backgrounds and experiences helps us bring ideas to fruition.
Collaborative, rewarding, supportive—these are just a few ways that employees describe our work environment. We celebrate team and individual accomplishments, and provide ongoing opportunities for personal growth. Meaningful service and volunteerism matter deeply to us, and we are proud to give back to the neighborhoods where we live and work.
At JBG SMITH, we know prioritizing diversity and inclusion is not only the right thing to do, but the smart thing to do. We are committed to building an organization reflective of the tenants, residents, stakeholders and communities we serve. We define diversity as the many dimensions that make each of us unique. Inclusion is about creating an environment where diversity can thrive. Our diversity and inclusion efforts are strategically aligned to our corporate mission – driving a culture of excellence. Diversity and inclusion sparks innovation, collaboration and teamwork. Our vision is to be considered a great place to work for employees, an employer of choice for top talent, a good corporate citizen in the community and a role model in the real estate industry.
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