Job Description

The Energy & Sustainability Manager leads a variety of cross-functional energy and sustainability activities across Americas. These activities align with management agreements, client requirements and Cushman & Wakefield mission, principles and expertise to grow a unified, engaged, and responsible corporate culture that leverages best practices within the energy and sustainability fields. The E&S Manager will report into the Technical Services Group and lead all E&S Manager efforts including new technology investigations that further the client’s energy conservation efforts and sustainability goals. The E&S Manager will also have deep understanding of both mechanical and electrical systems to drive key performance outcomes that further our efforts to be on the leading edge of technology. The E&S Manager will perform energy analytics, CO2 consumption computations, and other consulting services. As a leader within the Technical Services Group the E&S Manager will actively identify revenue generating activates by leveraging their expertise as a subject matter expert.

Responsibilities

Possess in-depth knowledge of all mechanical, electrical, life safety and building automation systems to work positively with customers, fellow employees, outside contractors and vendors
Work directly with Critical Environment teams to pilot client programs and services to capture business savings and revenue generating activities that improved client value
Oversee client's energy curtailment program, assessing the various programs available, establishing a rapport with the various providers and making recommendations on behalf of the client accordingly
Lead Corporate Sustainability Advisory Board and employee engagement. Expertly advise on implementation activities, project budgets, data collection, reporting and client education activities
Develop, administer, and manage risk and opportunity assessments for new technologies investigations
Report on corporate sustainability goals, energy metrics, and other key performance indicators
Research and evaluate options, present recommendations, and implement programs for reducing energy usage, related conservation programs, and their related costs, for portfolio
Analyze energy projects in relation to existing market alternatives, cost, current infrastructure, implementation feasibility, and available incentive programs
Become familiar with existing client contract to identify revenue generating opportunities
Prepare and present presentations to both internal and external clients to articulate information to others inside and outside of the organization
Prepares scope of work details for new and existing projects
Become familiar with web-based integrated building monitoring and control interface system, and oversee its continued development and maintenance
Drive design and delivery of communication and engagement strategies to increase employee knowledge of sustainability
Be responsible for reporting of program results (external/internal), including the completion and distribution of the sustainability and energy reports and independent client reporting
Become familiar with the various tools for measuring carbon footprint and work to utilize in conjunction with energy and related conservation programs
All other duties as assigned by Technical Services Lead

Requirements

BS in engineering or related field
5+ years of experience in class A office spaces or college/ university facilities
2 to 3 years’ experience developing and implementing energy management, and sustainability programs
Certification in two or more of the following areas: USGBC (LEED), IFMA (SFP), AEE (CEM),
Familiarity with the following associations and programs such as but not limited to:
- Association of Energy Engineers
- ISO
  - 16813:2006 Building environment design -- Indoor environment -- General principles
  - 15392:2008 Sustainability in building construction -- General principles
  - 21929-1:2011 Sustainability in building construction -- Sustainability indicators - Part 1
  - TR 37150:2014 Smart community infrastructures -- Review of existing activities relevant to metrics
- Demand response/curtailment
- EPA Energy Star for buildings
- LEED Green Building Certification programs
- Earth Policy Institute
- Global Exchange
- Apollo Alliance
- Natural Resources Canada
Experience with alternative power sources, energy conservation retrofits, and carbon offsets
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, with senior managerial and executive level personnel

Physical Requirements

Involves work of a general office nature; typically includes extended periods of sitting and/or operation of a computer for up to 8 hours a day
May involve periods of standing, such as operating at a copier/fax/scanner
Regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to write and type
Ability to speak clearly so others can understand you
Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented orally and in writing
Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing and orally so others will understand
Regularly required to utilize vision abilities, allowing reading of printed material, graphics, and computer displays

KEY COMPETENCIES
1. Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
2. Technical Proficiency
3. Problem Solving/Analysis
4. Customer Focus
5. Financial Management
6. Leadership
7. Relationship Management
8. Team Orientation
9. Vendor Management
10. Multi-Tasking
IMPORTANT EDUCATION

• Bachelors degree in Facilities Management, Corporate Real Estate, Project Management or Business Administration required

IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 8-10 years of facility management experience with at least 3 years at the level of Facility Manager
• Experience in leasing, construction, engineering and all facets of property operation and building management
• Experience with human resource and performance management processes
• Experience with critical system environments preferred
• CMMS/Work Order Management experience preferred