Senior Portfolio Sustainability Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Develop, implement, and optimize energy and sustainability programs in collaboration with the client’s sustainability team .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $125,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, implement, and optimize energy and sustainability programs in collaboration with the client’s sustainability team
Lead energy reduction and sustainability initiatives across the client real estate portfolio
Develop tactical, strategic, annual, and multi-year sustainability plans
Assess solar PV feasibility and evaluate solar PPAs
Assess site feasibility for ENERGY STAR certifications
Provide strategic direction and guidance for sustainability service delivery
Meet client sustainability objectives and KPIs; monitor and measure performance
Manage stakeholder engagement and integrate energy and sustainability initiatives
Manage energy, waste, and water data collection and produce monthly and quarterly client reports
Advise facility managers, energy champions, and account colleagues on environmental sustainability
Collaborate with JLL technology, finance, projects, IFM, consultant, and procurement workstreams
Share best practices, develop case studies, and pursue new business opportunities
Manage change affecting sustainability objectives
Validate data integrity and accuracy with data analysts
Track and communicate sustainability program success stories
Develop systems and processes for best-practice sustainability performance and utility/sustainability management reporting
Own program deliverables according to scope and schedule
Provide subject matter expertise and own program components
Develop, file for, and secure state, federal, and utility incentives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong technical understanding of common HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and building automation systems
Ability to conduct remote energy audits by logging in to client building management systems remotely
University degree in Science, engineering, math, or related fields
Certified Energy Manager conferred by the Association of Energy Engineers
10 plus years’ experience in sustainable operations, engineering of commercial and lab buildings, building science, facilities management or related field
Advanced understanding of energy conservation measures and sustainability initiatives in commercial real estate
Strong operations experience in a large multi-dimensional organization
Experience interacting with upper management and C Suite preferred
Demonstrated experience influencing cross-functional teams, including developing and delivering presentations and trainings
Excellent client relationship-building skills
Track record of strategic integration of sustainability into organizational operations
Experience developing and implementing sustainability programs, tactical plans, processes, roadmaps, and procedures
Proven project management experience
Experience in utility data analytics
Understanding of Greenhouse Gas Emission scopes and reporting
P.E. License preferred
Advanced degree preferred
Applied experience in building auditing, commissioning, retrofit, or design preferred
Experience with corporate clients, commercial property, property managers, and landlord-tenant relationships desirable
Familiarity with municipal energy and sustainability regulations
Advanced experience with utility and waste data analytics preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
Remote work arrangement