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Sustainability & Energy Manager
About the Role:
As a CBRE Energy/Sustainability Manager, you will support the implementation and execution of energy and environmental initiatives at site and regional levels. This role combines analytical energy management responsibilities with hands-on support of Environmental and Energy Management Systems (EMS/EnMS) and the Zero waste program, ensuring compliance, performance optimization, and continuous improvement aligned with datacenter operational standards. This role will lead delivery of this program/function across EMEA and lead a team of Energy & Sustainability Analysts in the region.
What You'll do:
Educational Background
Energy & Environmental Management
As a CBRE Energy/Sustainability Manager, you will support the implementation and execution of energy and environmental initiatives at site and regional levels. This role combines analytical energy management responsibilities with hands-on support of Environmental and Energy Management Systems (EMS/EnMS) and the Zero waste program, ensuring compliance, performance optimization, and continuous improvement aligned with datacenter operational standards. This role will lead delivery of this program/function across EMEA and lead a team of Energy & Sustainability Analysts in the region.
What You'll do:
- Support the implementation of energy and sustainability programs for sites, regions, or client accounts.
- Manage local energy and environmental projects across datacenter campuses and leased sites.
- Monitor and report on energy consumption, utility costs, bill validation, and KPI performance trends.
- Perform site-level data collection, analysis, and reporting for energy, water, and waste metrics.
- Prepare monthly energy variance reports and sustainability performance updates.
- Maintain and evaluate utility billing data and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Support energy procurement coordination and execution of energy-related projects.
- Assist in the development of site energy profiles, surveys, and performance plans.
- Support and maintain certified Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001) and Energy Management Systems (ISO 50001).
- Lead or support site-level management reviews, audits, and compliance activities.
- Identify risks, non-conformities, and improvement opportunities related to energy and environmental performance.
- Deliver energy and sustainability improvement projects at operating facilities.
- Maintain documentation control and ensure accurate recordkeeping for EMS/EnMS programs.
- Collaborate with Microsoft operations, regional teams, and compliance stakeholders on sustainability initiatives.
- Support awareness programs, training, and communication plans related to energy and environmental standards.
- Contribute to sustainability goals including zero waste, resilience strategies, and energy efficiency improvements.
- Analyze data and apply standard procedures to solve operational and energy-related challenges.
Educational Background
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sustainable Energy, or related field preferred.
- In lieu of a degree, relevant experience and education may be considered.
- 2–3+ years of experience in energy management, sustainability programs, building operations, or infrastructure environments.
- Experience supporting ISO 14001 and/or ISO 50001 management systems at site level (including audits and corrective actions).
Energy & Environmental Management
- Understanding of Energy Management Systems (ISO 50001) and Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001)
- Knowledge of datacenter operations and operational controls
- Ability to identify and deliver energy improvement initiatives
- Ability to analyze energy data, trends, and KPIs
- Experience preparing variance reports, dashboards, and performance summaries
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and data platforms (e.g., Excel, Power BI)
- Experience supporting project delivery and program implementation
- Ability to coordinate stakeholders and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Experience maintaining documentation, tracking non-conformities, and supporting audits
- Familiarity with regulatory and sustainability compliance requirements
- Ability to communicate clearly with site teams and leadership
- Support development of training and awareness programs
- Ability to present energy and sustainability updates to stakeholders
- ISO 14001 and/or ISO 50001 Awareness Certification
- Experience in hyperscale or mission-critical datacenter environments
- Experience with sustainability programs, including zero waste and energy resilience strategies
- Familiarity with energy procurement and emerging energy technologies
- Experience supporting change management and continuous improvement programs
- Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
- Detail-oriented with high standards for data accuracy and reporting
- Ability to work within structured processes while identifying improvements