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At JLL, we are driving sustainability through everything that we do, across all service lines and job positions. Specifically, we are growing our Sustainability practice to drive end-to-end sustainability solutions in real estate, from site selection to decommissioning.

In this role, you will work directly with one of our clients, implementing the sustainability program across the relevant Americas portfolio. The role will report into the JLL’s Sustainable Operations organization and dotted-line report to JLL account leadership in a matrixed organization. Key role responsibilities include development, implementation, and management of the energy and sustainability management program that incorporates energy savings, carbon reduction, utilities cost management, and water and waste management.

This position is remote, although may require periodic, in-office presence depending on client requirements.

Key responsibilities:

The following responsibilities are generally expected for this role; however, in this role you may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Develop, implement, and coordinate an energy reduction and sustainability management program that aligns with documented goals, targets, and objectives for the Americas portfolio under JLL’s scope of services.Meet client energy reduction objectives and relevant key performance indicators and ensure processes for monitoring and measuring performance are transparent and reported.Provide strategic direction and guidance on ways to effectively and efficiently implement sustainability and energy reduction services that meet client expectations, including leveraging supply chain partners, internal collaborations, and the broader JLL Sustainability Platform.Provide expertise in building energy efficiencies, load shifting strategies, and decarbonization.Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of all energy reduction activities and initiatives across the client real estate portfolio, including development of relevant tactical plans and activities. Leverage data (e.g., utilities data, building surveys, benchmarking reports, etc.) to support identification of energy conservation measures designed to improve energy and sustainability performance across the regional portfolio and building-level perspectives.Engage with JLL on-account leadership and facility managers as a key point of contact for the provision of wide-ranging operational advisory in relation to sustainable portfolio and building operations.Drive operational performance improvements through the identification and implementation of opportunities to improve energy and sustainability performance across client portfolio.Identify and manage energy and sustainability projects, including ROI and ROM evaluations, to achieve objectives.Work cross-functionally to achieve success with energy and sustainability initiatives aligned with the scope of work.Establish an Eco-Champions network across the portfolio, and the site-level, to drive implementation of site-level plans and initiatives in support of performance improvement opportunities.Serve as the primary contact for Sustainable Operations program status, updates, and achievements.Develop and enhance systems and processes for delivering best practice sustainability performance and use of management systems for monitoring and/or reporting purposes.Keep current with relevant and applicable legislation that may impact the JLL managed portfolio.Collaborate with other Sustainable Operations team members to deliver holistic sustainability programs and a consistent approach to energy, water, and waste reduction, including best practice sharing, case study development, and opportunities identification.Demonstrate robust communication, driving innovation, integration of feedback to remove roadblocks, and leverage opportunities.Leverage client tools and applicable in-house JLL tools and processes for problem-solving and identify and secure alternative tools as needs arise.

Sound like you? To apply you need to be/have:

Requirements – Essential

University Degree (Sustainability, Environmental Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or related field)In-depth understanding of energy, water, and/or waste conservation measuresIn-depth understanding of greenhouse gas emission scopes, calculations, baselining, and reportingExperience benchmarking utility and sustainability data to identify improvement opportunitiesStrong project management skills – can prioritize and meet deadlines in a dynamic but remote settingAbility to simplify and explain the complex for non-subject matter experts to build consensusBuilds rapport and maintains friendly, respectful relationships across the business and externally with stakeholders and clients

Requirements – Desirable

Familiar with corporate sustainability standards and commitments like Net Zero and Science Based TargetsKnowledge of environmental reporting frameworks, ENERGY STAR Portfolio manager, and other common external disclosures like CDP or EcoVadisTechnical understanding of common HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and building automation systemsExperience conducting site walkthroughs to find conservation measures (e.g. ASHRAE Level 1 and 2 audits)Can run financial calculations to support client decision making including IRR, simple payback, or NPVComfortable generating utility budgets and forward projections of spendFamiliarity with energy procurement processes and renewable energy optionsProactive and can think ahead to anticipate client needs regarding market trends, data accuracy, research, and project management related technology

Behavioral Competencies

Inspire – We are humble, inclusive and energize people to follow our leadWin Together – We work across JLL to deliver the best solutions to our clients, community and planetSimplify – We move fast by reducing complexity and setting clear directionBe intentional – We are courageous, decisive, resilient and hold ourselves accountableBe future ready – We are curious, agile and resourceful to stay relevant and future-ready

Estimated total compensation for this position:

110,000.00 – 125,000.00 USD per year

The total compensation range is an estimate and not guaranteed. An employment offer is based on an applicant's education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data .

Location:

Remote –Andover, MA, Austin, TX, Boston, MA, Houston, TX

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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 may 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

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