Senior Portfolio Energy & Sustainability Manager AMER

JLL
parental leave, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Virginia, Arlington
Jul 30, 2025
JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. In this role, the Senior Portfolio Energy & Sustainability Manager will serve a single client as a member of large, global sustainability team. The Senior Portfolio Energy & Sustainability Manager will report to the America's sustainability team lead and drive the development and execution of an energy, water and waste management program in order to meet the client's energy, water, and carbon footprint reduction and landfill diversion goals working through JLL's Integrated Facilities Management team. Key responsibilities include: Develop and execute an energy management strategy for a portfolio of sites. Implement comprehensive programs to reach objectives. Act as the subject matter expert to educate and guide key stakeholders on energy and sustainability topics and requests. Support corporate reporting objectives and provide management information relating to the use of utilities and the impact on the internal and external environment. Manage the energy, waste and water data collection process within JLL's technology platform and produce monthly and quarterly reports that are tailored to meet our clients' specific requirements. Drive operational improvements through the identification and implementation of opportunities to improve energy and sustainability performance across extensive real estate portfolios. Collaborate with other JLL energy managers to share best practices, develop case studies and develop new business opportunities. Engage with JLL facility managers to become the key point of contact for the provision of wide-ranging advice in relation to all aspects of environmental sustainability. Develop and enhance systems and processes for delivering best practice sustainability performance and use of utility/sustainability management systems for monitoring and/or reporting purposes. Provide technical training and/or mentor more junior colleagues. Every day is different, and in all these activities, we'd encourage you to show your ingenuity. Requirements - Essential University Degree (Science, engineering, math, or related fields) 5-10 years of experience working in the Energy/Sustainability field with progressively increasing responsibilities Specialized technical understanding of the most common HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and building automation systems and their impact on sustainability goals Advanced understanding of energy and water conservation measures Strong ability to analyze corporate portfolio by benchmarking and reviewing utility data to drive sustainability measures Advanced understanding of Greenhouse Gas Emission scopes and reporting Familiarity with energy procurement process and renewable energy options Ability to communicate difficult concepts and negotiate with others to adopt a different point of view Lead the technical support team to solve complex problems, plan and prioritize deadlines and think strategically to identify innovative solutions Requirements - Desirable Experienced conducting site walkthroughs in order to find conservation measures (e.g. ASHRAE Level 1 and 2) Strong project management skills and an ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a high pressure, deadline driven environment Experience in the preparation of tenders and work orders and the ability to select appropriate equipment and service vendors Specialized knowledge of environmental reporting, utility management and energy budgets, an environmental improvement program, and ISO 14001 compliance. Experience working with multifunctional team in order to drive results Manage small teams of energy & sustainability professionals Behavioral Competencies Think Big - Thinks strategically, simplifies the complex, solves complex problems, sees the big picture Drive Change - Thrives on change, learning agility, intellectually curious, appetite for risks, digital drive Helps others - Builds relationships, actively collaborates, helps others succeed. Get it done - Acts decisively, drives results, passion to win, takes ownership, accountable, resilient Business first - Focuses on customers and clients, business/financial acumen, JLL first Inspire - Inspire others, creates vision and strategy, energizes others Location: On-site -Arlington, VA Job Tags: GREF If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! 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