Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated

Senior Portfolio Sustainability Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated • $125K — $155K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Raleigh, NC
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University degree in Science, Engineering, Math, or related fields
  • Certified Energy Manager (CEM) by the Association of Energy Engineers
  • 10+ years in sustainable operations, commercial engineering, or facilities management
  • Strong understanding of energy conservation and sustainability in real estate
  • Excellent communication skills and experience with C-suite interactions
  • Proven project management and strategic integration abilities
  • Experience in utility data analytics

Responsibilities

  • Develop and optimize a client-specific energy and sustainability program
  • Drive proactive communication and address feedback to clear obstacles
  • Strategically monitor and track energy and sustainability initiatives
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to implement sustainability goals
  • Lead the coordination of energy and sustainability initiatives for performance reporting
  • Engage stakeholders for successful integration of sustainability services
  • Manage data collection and reporting processes for energy, water, and waste

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
  • Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
  • Generous Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
  • Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
Full Job Description
What this job involves - At JLL, we drive resource efficiency management and sustainability through everything we do, across all service lines and job positions. Specifically, we are growing our practice to drive end-to-end sustainability solutions in real estate, from site selection to decommissioning.

In this role, you will work directly with a Client as well as JLL's internal IFM and Sustainability team supporting energy and cost reduction and sustainability goals, targets, and initiatives. As a member of the JLL Sustainable Operations team, you will ensure our sustainability services are effective and efficiently delivered. You will act as a catalyst enabling our Client to increase engagement across stakeholders, achieve progress towards goals, and realize success with improving building and facility performance while achieving cost savings. You will ensure program integration and implementation across multiple business lines and functions throughout the real estate lifecycle to achieve scope of work delivery and goals. This role requires strategic implementation, leadership, and a programmatic approach to embed sustainability thinking and practices into real estate functional aspects (e.g., fit-outs, occupancy, maintenance, experience, etc.).

This is a remote position located within the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position; candidates must be fully authorized to work within the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

What this job involves
  • Developing, implementing, and optimizing an energy and sustainability program in direct collaboration with the client's sustainability team
  • Robust, proactive communication, driving innovation, integration of feedback to remove roadblocks, and leveraging opportunities
  • Strategic decision-making, including leveraging data tracking and monitoring
  • Interacting with client and other delivery teams in varied locations and time zones.
  • Working cross-functionally across JLL teams to achieve success with energy and sustainability initiatives aligned with the scope of work
  • Program implementation, leadership and accountability including ongoing coordination of energy and sustainability initiatives, monitoring and reporting, and ownership of client relationships.
  • Leveraging client tools and applicable in-house JLL tools and processes for problem-solving and monthly, quarterly and annual ESG and cost reporting.
  • Understanding the implementation of sustainability and resource efficiency management across the life cycle of commercial real estate, including strong understanding of critical stakeholder roles
  • Ability to incorporate state-of-the-art Artificial Intelligence tools to identify and drive savings opportunities.


What is your day-to-day?
• Take ownership of and enhance the development and implementation of a multi-faceted sustainability program to drive cost savings, including but not limited to the following :
• Energy savings (electrical, natural gas, diesel and other fossil fuels, refrigerants, etc.)
• Water savings
• Waste generation savings and reduction in waste to landfill
  • Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of energy reduction and sustainability initiatives across the client real estate portfolio, including development of relevant tactical and strategic plans and activities, including retro-commissioning and best practices
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  • Ability to assess solar PV feasibility and evaluate solar PPA's received
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  • Ability to assess feasibility of sites for ENERGY STAR certifications
  • Provide strategic direction and guidance on ways to effectively and efficiently implement and manage sustainability services that meet client expectations, including development of annual and multi-year tactical and programmatic sustainability plans
  • Meet client sustainability objectives and relevant key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure processes for monitoring and measuring performance are transparent
  • Own and develop internal and external stakeholder engagement to ensure integration of energy and sustainability initiatives

• Manage the energy, waste, and water data collection process and produce monthly and quarterly reports that are tailored to meet our clients' specific requirements
• Engage with facility managers, energy champions, and account colleagues as they are key points of contact for the provision of wide-ranging advice in relation to all aspects of environmental sustainability
  • Establish strong working relationships with other JLL workstreams (technology, finance, projects, IFM, consultants, and procurement) to deliver against KPI targets, elevate the sustainability mission and objectives, and drive implementation where most organic within the business

• Collaborate with other JLL Sustainable Operations and Sustainable Strategies team members to share best practices, develop case studies, and pursue new business opportunities while leveraging the larger JLL Sustainable Operations Program
  • With cross-functional view, effectively manage changes in partnership with stakeholders, which have the potential to impact sustainability objectives
  • Work in direct collaboration with data analysts to confirm data integrity and accuracy including quality control checks
  • Track and communicate success stories to ensure a high level of awareness and engagement is achieved with regard to the overall sustainability program
  • Demonstrate innovative thinking and proactive management in bringing new ideas and solutions to the service's delivery, and ensure they are rolled out effectively
  • 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
  • Own and manage program deliverables according to scope of work and schedule
  • Provide SME input and own program components (e.g., content development, maintenance)
  • Ability to develop, file for, and secure State, Federal and Utility incentives.


Sound like you?

Requirements - Essential
  • Strong technical understanding of common HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and building automation systems, specifically
    • Heating systems such as boilers, furnaces, steam traps, deaerators and other relevant systems
    • Cooling systems such as chillers, cooling towers, condensing systems, VFDs, thermal storage, and other relevant systems
    • Ventilation systems such as dedicated outdoor air systems, air handlers, exhaust systems, heat recovery and recirculating ventilation systems
  • Ability to conduct remote energy audits by logging in to client building management systems remotely
  • University degree (Science, engineering, math, or related fields)
  • Certified Energy Manager conferred by the Association of Energy Engineers
  • 10 plus years' experience in sustainable operations, engineering of commercial and lab buildings, building science, facilities management or related field
  • Advanced understanding of energy conservation measures and sustainability initiatives in commercial real estate
  • Strong operations experience in large multi-dimensional organization with focus on operations management, productivity, or engineering excellence and embody a bias for action
  • Strong communication and cross-collaboration skills, and ability to coordinate effectively with various stakeholders. Experience in interacting with upper management and C Suite preferred
  • Demonstrated experience in influencing cross-functional teams including development and delivery of presentations and trainings
  • Excellent ability to build relationships with clients and their internal teams
  • A strong track record of strategic integration of sustainability into organizations' operations
  • Experience working in a collaborative way with clients and other stakeholders to develop and implement ambitious and robust sustainability programs, including tactical plans, processes, roadmaps, and procedures
  • Proven project management experience and excellent communication skills
  • Attention to detail an accuracy in written and numeric work
  • Ability to obtain buy-in and engagement from employees at all levels
  • Passionate about working towards a sustainable future
  • Experience in utility data analytics
  • Understanding of Greenhouse Gas Emission scopes and reporting


Requirements - Desired
  • P.E. License preferred
  • Advanced degree, demonstrating a mastery of building systems (HVAC, lighting, building management systems) and related sustainability aspects
  • Preferred applied experience in building auditing, commissioning, retrofit or design
  • Experience working with corporate clients, commercial property, property managers and an understanding of the landlord and tenant relationship is desirable
  • Advanced understanding of Greenhouse Gas Emission scopes and reporting as well as compliance
  • An excellent understanding of the advanced energy and sustainability issues for corporate occupiers of real estate including, but not limited to: decarbonization, embodied carbon, circularity, resource preservation, biodiversity, climate risk, health & wellbeing, and social value creation
  • Familiarity with municipal energy and sustainability regulations
  • Advanced experience with utility and waste data analytics


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
  • Inspire - Inspire others, creates services strategy and supporting tactical plans, energizes others


This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Expected compensation for this position:

125,000.00 - 155,000.00 USD per year

Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

Remote -Austin, TX, Fort Worth, TX, Raleigh, NC

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!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include:
  • 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
  • Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
  • Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay


At JLL, we harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to efficiently accelerate meaningful connections between candidates and opportunities. Using AI capabilities, we analyze your application for relevant skills, experiences, and qualifications to generate valuable insights about how your unique profile aligns with the specific requirements of the role you're pursuing.

About Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated

Jones Lang LaSalle is a financial and professional services firm that specializes in commercial real estate services and investment management. Its services include: tenant representation for organizations that lease office, industrial and retail spaces; consulting, which supports companies to develop workplace strategies such as occupancy planning, relocations, and energy and environmental sustainability initiatives; project and development services to manage ground-up creation, building construction, and major interior renovations; capital markets and real estate investment banking, which helps organizations buy and sell properties, and improve the financial impact of their real estate; facilities management for a variety of properties including office towers, retail and exhibition centers, and government, collegiate and industrial complexes; property management services, that provide on-site administration to help owners of office, industrial, retail and specialty properties reduce costs and enhance their property values; and valuations that provide impartial assessments of real estate worth through more than 200 corporate offices in 70 countries. Jones Lang LaSalle was formed by the merger of Jones Lang Wootton, a British firm with origins dating back to 1783, and LaSalle Partners, an American company formed from a predecessor launched in 1968. Jones Lang Wootton opened its first US office in New York in 1975. In 1997, the initial public offering was completed by LaSalle Partners for the company's common stock in the market.

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated Careers

Join the dynamic team at Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL), a global leader in real estate services, where your career journey is just as important as the professional milestones you aim to achieve. At JLL, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for growth, innovation, and leadership in an industry that shapes the world around us.

Work You’ll Do

At JLL, you will be part of a culture that prizes diversity, teamwork, and forward-thinking. Whether you are looking for a full-time position or an internship, JLL offers a variety of roles that cater to your professional skills and personal development goals. Our team is composed of the brightest minds in real estate, providing you with unparalleled mentorship and networking opportunities that foster career advancement.

Innovate and Lead

Embrace the opportunity to lead projects that redefine the real estate landscape, leveraging JLL’s global scale and deep industry expertise. Our commitment to innovation is evident in every strategy we implement and every building we manage. By joining our team, you will collaborate with professionals who are eager to share their knowledge and push the boundaries of what is possible in real estate.

Professional Growth and Development

JLL is dedicated to the professional growth of its employees. We offer robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training, to ensure you are equipped for success. Our benefits extend beyond the basics, encompassing health, wellness, and financial planning to support you and your family at all stages of life.

Explore Job Opportunities

JLL is continuously expanding, and we are hiring across multiple disciplines. Explore positions that match your skills and interests in areas such as property management, sustainability, financial analysis, and more. We look for driven, curious, and innovative team players who are ready to make an impact.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with a JLL internship. Gain hands-on experience, build your resume, and make invaluable industry connections. Our internships provide a deep dive into the real estate sector, allowing you to apply academic learning to real-world challenges.

Join Our Team

Ready to advance your career at Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated? Search open positions, read about our employment benefits, and prepare your resume. The interview process at JLL not only assesses your fit for the company but also ensures our culture aligns with your career aspirations.

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Networking and Industry Leadership

At JLL, networking doesn’t end with your hire date. Continue to connect with leaders and peers through our various professional networks and community engagement initiatives. Lead the way in industry discussions, participate in global conferences, and contribute to innovative solutions that drive the future of real estate. At Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers that make a difference. Join us in shaping the future of real estate, one innovation at a time.
Learn more about Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated
Size
98,000 employees
Market Cap
$7.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$402.5 million
Founded
1783
5 Year Trend
+8.3%
Revenue
$16.5 billion
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