Energy and Sustainability Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Develop and execute energy management strategies for clients' real estate portfolios, implementing programs to achieve savings goals and targets within established timelines .

Posted 3/31/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $102,050 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

Requirements

What you’ll need

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

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

energy managementenergy benchmarkingenergy auditsHVAC upgradeslighting retrofitsdata center energy managementcooling optimizationpower distribution efficiencyfinancial analysisdata analysis

Soft Skills

communication skillsproject managementleadership skillsanalytical skillsorganizational skillstime management