Energy and Sustainability Manager

JLL•Washington, DC

2d•Remote

About The Position

As an Energy and Sustainability Manager at JLL, you'll lead the development and execution of comprehensive energy management strategies for our clients' diverse real estate portfolios, including commercial offices and mission-critical data centers. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on technical expertise to deliver measurable energy savings, reduce carbon emissions, and advance sustainability goals. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to clients, leveraging JLL's industry-leading energy and sustainability services to identify, prioritize, and implement capital projects and operational improvements that drive both environmental and financial value. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on corporate sustainability objectives while working with cutting-edge technologies and collaborating with top-tier professionals across JLL's global platform.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering (electrical, mechanical, or industrial) or equivalent work experience
Extensive experience with energy conservation, energy management, performance contracting, or energy engineering
Demonstrated experience with data center energy management, including knowledge of cooling optimization, power distribution, UPS systems, and data center infrastructure management (DCIM) tools
Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, building automation and control systems across commercial offices and data centers
Exceptional oral and written communication skills with proven ability to present information to all levels of management
Strong project management and leadership skills with excellent analytical, organizational, and time management capabilities
Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and online software platforms with ability to use spreadsheets and advanced data analysis applications

Nice To Haves

LEED accreditation (AP or Green Associate)
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and publishing best practice case studies
Knowledge of renewable energy solutions, energy supply procurement strategies, and building intelligence tools
Track record of active participation in business development and sales processes
Self-starter with demonstrated ability to multi-task, bring alternate perspectives to analysis, and deliver excellent customer service

Responsibilities

Develop and execute energy management strategies for clients' real estate portfolios, implementing programs to achieve savings goals and targets within established timelines
Manage energy benchmarking and assessment using Energy Star Portfolio Manager and internal software platforms, analyzing consumption metrics to identify opportunities and create control plans that sustain energy savings
Lead data center energy optimization initiatives, including assessment of cooling systems, power distribution efficiency (PUE), and implementation of advanced monitoring and control strategies for high-density computing environments
Conduct ASHRAE Level 1 and Level 2 on-site energy audits, identifying and prioritizing energy capital projects such as HVAC upgrades, lighting retrofits, building envelope enhancements, and controls strategies
Develop financial analyses and business cases for energy projects to support budgeting and approval processes
Provide clear and concise reporting of energy and sustainability activities, metrics (cost savings, CO2 reductions, water conservation), and achievements to clients through presentations and regular communications
Advise, coach, and support building staff (facility managers, engineers, technicians) in identifying, scoping, and implementing energy efficiency improvements across portfolio sites