Job Title

Sustainability Specialist

Job Description Summary

The responsibilities of a Sustainability Specialist will focus on supporting the further growth and development of Cushman & Wakefield’s national Sustainability and ESG Consulting Platform. The successful candidate shall demonstrate the ability to make themselves proficient in the LEED BREEAM, ENERGY STAR, WELL, and Fitwel programs, as well as overall building sustainability performance and energy markets. They shall be able to work well as a project coordinator with diverse groups and interests. These responsibilities include supporting and managing multiple sustainability initiatives including LEED, BOMA 360, and WELL HSR projects throughout the entire certification process, as well Fitwel, IREM, WELL, and BREEAM projects. Project work entails execution of directed research and analytical activities, project coordination and technical support.

Job Description

I.POSITION PURPOSE

The responsibilities of a Sustainability Specialist will focus on supporting the further growth and development of Cushman & Wakefield’s national Sustainability and ESG Consulting Platform.  The successful candidate shall demonstrate the ability to make themselves proficient in the LEED BREEAM, ENERGY STAR, WELL, and Fitwel programs, as well as overall building sustainability performance and energy markets. They shall be able to work well as a project coordinator with diverse groups and interests.  These responsibilities include supporting and managing multiple sustainability initiatives including LEED, BOMA 360, and WELL HSR projects throughout the entire certification process, as well Fitwel, IREM, WELL, and BREEAM projects. Project work entails execution of directed research and analytical activities, project coordination and technical support. 

II.ACCOUNTABILITIES

PROJECT COORDINATION, DOCUMENTION, CERTIFICATION AND REVIEW
 Support and/or manage multiple LEED, IREM Certified Sustainable Projects, Fitwel, WELL, BREEAM and BOMA 360 projects throughout the entire certification processEducate, lead and oversee project teams, staff, consultants, engineers and vendors throughout entire certification process Provide certification documentation management, review and technical/analytical support to project teams as neededManage the process of identifying, prioritizing, delegating and tracking certification items as well as ensuring projects remain on budget and scheduleCommunicate with the property management team to develop, plan and execute sustainability programs and certification project managementPerform basic green building technical analysis and support the certification application and review process as well as educate project teams on best practices of building performance  Measure building performance and oversee submission of certification documentation to relevant governing body and/or online portalEnhance existing and develop new tools to further track the performance of green buildings

ENERGY STAR PORTOFLIO MANAGER    

Become proficient in ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager and local utility’s online energy tracking programs, and provide advice to staff regarding setup and updating of building data    Assist with the auditing, reviewing and updating of managed portfolio’s ENERGY STAR entries in Portfolio Manager

ADMINISTRATIVE 

Assist in the development of the sustainability program for by creating and supporting the advancement of the new initiativesAssist with business development efforts as well as with the tracking of new and prospective business pursuitsMaintain marketing slides and sustainability best practices libraryCreate and layout graphics for presentations, publications and reportsDevelop and implement a tracking program to measure and review expected versus actual performance of ongoing and completed projectsResearch, inform and develop a database of environmental and sustainability related legislation, regulation, practices and policies for use across national Cushman & Wakefield portfolio Support the development of project management tools and templates

A/R

Assist in accounts receivable process by submitting and coding invoices to clientsMaintain accurate records of consulting costs and expenses

Contracts

Assist in the scope development, bidding and administration of project and portfolio wide unit cost contracts for supplies, materials and services

Education

Develop and oversee sustainability and ESG educational seminars and courses for Cushman & Wakefield employeesDevelop new programs to educate and engage tenants, property management, senior management and ownership of sustainability efforts and projectsComplete case studies around sustainability and ESGStay abreast of developments and changes in ESG, ENERGY STAR, WELL, Fitwel, and LEED rating systemsDevelop and create new sustainability tenant awareness educational programs to encourage tenant participation in ESG

OTHER

Willingness to travel to other geographic areas to perform the duties aboveBecome involved with local and national real estate and sustainability organizations/associationsOther responsibilities/duties as assigned by Supervisor

III.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from four-year college or university in sustainable building, environmental policy/science, real estate, engineering, or allied field and a minimum of one year of related project coordination, LEED experience, and/or Fitwel ExperienceStrong personal interest in green building and sustainable design Commitment to earn the LEED Green Associate (LEED GA) designation within 90 days and must maintain this designation including completing all of the required continuing education requirementsCommitment to earn the Fitwel Ambassador designation within 90 days and must maintain this designation including completing all of the required continuing education requirementsCommitment to earn the BREEAM In-Use Assessor designation within 6 months and must maintain this designation including completing all of the required continuing education requirementsExperience with being a successful and an effective team member, supporting a team of professionals to achieve desired resultsStrong oral and written communication skills and technical presentation abilityStrong time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet project deliverables on timeProficient in Microsoft Office SuiteHave working knowledge of project management tools and software (Asana, Monday.com)Working knowledge of graphic and layout software (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign etc.) is a plusPossess a positive attitude with a flexible and responsive approach to problem solvingA knack for innovation and problem solving, and a collaborative, solutions-oriented working style

**      The above-referenced position summary is a guideline designed to present an overview of job duties and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of responsibilities and requirements.  Where the qualifications are described in terms of formal education or training, prior experience in the same field may be substituted.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.

The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.

The compensation for the position is: $57,800.00 - $68,000.00

Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative​ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without  regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

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