CBRE
Energy & Sustainability Program Management Lead

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About The Role
As an integral part of CBRE's Energy and Sustainability (E&S) team, the Energy and Sustainability Program Management Lead will drive the development and execution of critical sustainability initiatives for a prominent global financial sector client. This role is pivotal in guiding the client towards achieving ambitious sustainability and net-zero objectives.
You will be responsible for overseeing both no/low-cost energy efficiency programs and significant capital and expense sustainability projects. Reporting directly to the Account's Global E&S Director, you will collaborate closely with Regional E&S Leads, Facility Managers, Project Managers, and Engineering Leads worldwide to implement impactful environmental sustainability programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of comprehensive energy and sustainability initiatives, from initial ideation through to successful completion.
- Manage a diverse portfolio of no/low-cost interventions and strategic capital/expense projects aimed at enhancing overall sustainability performance.
- Develop and implement robust processes and tools for monitoring, communicating, and escalating progress within the global sustainability program.
- Proactively identify operational improvements and opportunities to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability performance.
- Support the client in achieving ambitious sustainability goals and implement effective energy resilience strategies and programs.
- Conduct in-depth reviews and interpretations of energy and sustainability data and reports.
- Integrate knowledge of energy procurement strategies and emerging technologies into the global energy and sustainability platform to drive continuous improvement.
- Present periodic energy and sustainability status updates and variance reports, leveraging collected energy, waste, and water data.
- Apply advanced principles, techniques, and procedures to successfully accomplish complex assignments and deliver innovative solutions.
- Lead by example, embodying behaviors consistent with CBRE's RISE values (Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence), and foster consensus among stakeholders to achieve common goals.
- Impact a range of customer, operational, project, and service activities across teams, working autonomously within broad guidelines and policies.
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Candidate Profile
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional with a solid foundation in energy and sustainability within the real estate market. The ideal candidate will possess:
- Proven Experience: Demonstrated track record of success and impactful results in energy and sustainability program management, preferably within large global real estate portfolios.
- Project Management Acumen: Strong project management skills with a significant drive for execution, capable of moving projects from conceptualization to completion.
- Exceptional Communication: Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to articulate complex information effectively to diverse audiences, including senior leadership in remote, multi-country virtual settings.
- Global Collaboration: Ability to thrive in a global environment, engaging effectively with colleagues and stakeholders across different countries and seniority levels.
- Analytical Acumen: Ability to exercise sound judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information, coupled with an inquisitive mindset and a willingness to explore new perspectives on existing solutions.
- Foundational Skills: In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).


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What You'll Need
- Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. A compelling combination of experience and education will also be considered.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential. Experience with data visualization tools such as Power BI and/or Tableau is highly desirable.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
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