CAREERS
SCM Real Estate Services, a niche commercial real estate company headquartered in Arlington, Texas, has been living up to its motto of “Making Places Better” since 1992 when it was founded by now industry veteran Gary Walker.
Along with Walker’s tenacity and vision, SCM’s success can be attributed to its valued staff. “Employees are the backbone of our company, and we work hard to invest in their success, both personally and professionally.” The company offers hands-on training and mentoring, pairing seasoned staff with younger workers. “We believe that having a diverse mix of employees, both in age and personality styles, allows us to learn from each other. We strive to learn more about each other and how we can leverage our similarities and differences to work together more effectively.” Walker has been known to meet an applicant’s spouse and children before making a hiring decision. “Being a small company, we feel it’s as important for a spouse to be as excited about our firm as the applicant.”
In the office, SCM employees enjoy a casual work environment, healthy snacks, company-paid luncheons, offsite outings, and even perks like yoga and chair massages. “We work hard and we play hard,” states the senior accountant. “When you get to know your co-workers, it makes the job environment more fun, and it makes you want to work harder because you feel like a team; like you’re all working towards something bigger.”
SCM’s office is equipped with ergonomic furniture, dual computer monitors at each workstation, a private phone booth, and conference rooms containing the latest tech-centered amenities. “Keeping up with technology, as well as continual learning and growth, is critical to attracting the best talent,” stated Walker.
Attracting the best talent isn’t easy these days, but it’s something SCM takes very seriously. “We review every resume we get, looking for the right people to join our team. It takes time, but we feel it’s absolutely necessary,” stated the HR Coordinator. “For a smaller firm, we offer a robust benefits package with competitive salaries; we go above and beyond by investing in our employees, and that has really made the difference in the quality of people we are able to bring on board.”
SCM Real Estate Services is not your typical real estate company. In every way, they excel at “Making Places Better.”