Senior Manager Sustainability and ESG

Acuity Inc.•Costa Mesa, CA

11d•$118,100 - $212,500•Hybrid

About The Position

QSC, part of Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), is seeking an experienced ESG leader to advance the company’s Environmental, Social, and Governance strategy. The Senior ESG Manager will design, implement, and report on ESG initiatives across the organization, aligning them with business objectives, regulatory requirements, investor expectations, and industry best practices. The role requires technical ESG expertise and the ability to influence stakeholders and turn strategy into measurable action. The position is based at the Corporate CA headquarters and follows a hybrid work model, with on-site presence required. The role works across functions and business units on ESG strategy, reporting and disclosures, greenhouse gas accounting, decarbonization planning, governance, risk management, social impact, and ESG ratings. The manager may mentor and manage junior ESG or sustainability team members.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business, Public Policy, or a related field.
5–8+ years of experience in ESG, sustainability, corporate responsibility, or a related field.
Strong working knowledge of ESG reporting frameworks, including GRI, SASB, TCFD, CSRD, CDP, and UN SDGs.
Experience managing greenhouse gas accounting and emissions reporting.
Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional projects and influence senior stakeholders.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing board- or executive-level materials.
Strong analytical skills and ability to translate complex data into clear insights and recommendations.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree (MBA, MPA, or related) or a relevant certification, such as GRI Certified, SASB FSA Credential, CFA ESG Certificate, or LEED.
Experience with ESG software or data platforms such as Workiva, Watershed, Persefoni, or Diligent.
Familiarity with financial reporting and materiality assessments.
Experience engaging with investors, ratings agencies, or regulators on ESG matters.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and refine the company’s ESG strategy, goals, and roadmap in alignment with business objectives.
Lead ESG data collection, analysis, and reporting, ensuring accuracy and consistency across frameworks such as GRI, SASB, TCFD, CSRD, and CDP.
Manage the annual sustainability/ESG report and disclosures, coordinating contributions from Finance, Legal, HR, Operations, and other teams.
Monitor evolving ESG regulations, reporting standards, and customer expectations; assess business impacts and recommend actions.
Track and manage the company’s Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas inventory and support decarbonization and net-zero planning.
Partner with business units to incorporate ESG considerations into operations, supply chain, procurement, and product decisions.
Support governance initiatives, ESG reporting, policy development, and risk management.
Manage ESG ratings and benchmarking, identifying opportunities to improve scores and disclosures.
Lead or support social impact programs, including DEI metrics, community engagement, and labor and human-rights due diligence.
Mentor and potentially manage junior ESG or sustainability team members.
Monitor emerging ESG trends, technologies, and competitor practices.