Sustainability Consultant
Conservice is seeking a highly skilled Sustainability Consultant to join our Sustainability Solutions team. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex and high-impact client portfolios, shape strategic sustainability initiatives, and contribute to the evolution of our service offerings. The ideal candidate will be a subject matter expert in at least one area of sustainability performance for the real estate sector, with demonstrated experience in consulting, project leadership and client relationship management.
Key Responsibilities
• Own and manage high-value client accounts, including project planning and management, progress tracking, delivery oversight, and stakeholder communication.
• Lead the delivery of GRESB submissions, sustainability materiality assessments, framework alignments (e.g. TCFD, GRI), target setting, client policy development, greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories, CDP reporting and data analysis projects.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in at least one area of sustainability (e.g. embodied carbon, GHG inventories, building efficiencies, water footprint analysis), providing advanced guidance to clients and internal teams.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to expand client contracts through service expansion, renewals and multi-year agreements.
• Collaborate with data analysts, service delivery personnel and internal teams to ensure consistency and quality in deliverables for cross-functional clients.
• Oversee and resolve escalated client situations, ensuring proactive communication and issue prevention strategies.
• Develop and refine sustainability service offerings based on emerging frameworks and client needs.
• Continuously enhance internal processes and documentation, including through internal working groups, to align with evolving sustainability frameworks and reporting standards.
• Deliver internal trainings and mentorship to consultants and analysts, fostering team growth and knowledge sharing.
• Actively participate in blog writing, webinars, marketing initiatives and thought leadership efforts that promote Conservice's sustainability expertise.
• Pursue advanced sustainability certifications or accreditations such as GRESB AP, GRI Certified Sustainability Professional or Certified Climate Change Professional to expand professional expertise and strengthen Conservice's market position.
Education & Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, Sustainability, Environmental Engineering or a related field required; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in sustainability consulting, ESG reporting or corporate sustainability strategy within the real estate industry.
• Strong understanding of sustainability frameworks such as GRESB, CDP, GRI, SASB and TCFD.
• Proven ability to lead client projects and manage complex portfolios with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience mentoring team members and providing training on sustainability concepts and tools.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Sheets, experience analyzing sustainability performance data, and familiarity with Salesforce or other CRM platforms is preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex information for diverse audiences.
Employment Type
• Full-time, exempt (salaried) position.
• This position can be 100% remote or hybrid (Logan, UT, or Chicago), depending on applicant preference.
• Travel to internal trainings and client meetings as needed, likely 1-5 times per year.
• This position is not eligible for H1B or other work visa sponsorships.
Conservice Benefits
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Professional development and continued education support.
