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:

• 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.
  
  What You'll do
  
  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.
  
  Professional Experience
  
• 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).
  
  Technical & Functional Competencies
  
  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
  
  Data & Reporting
  
• 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)
  
  Program & Project Support
  
• Experience supporting project delivery and program implementation
  
• Ability to coordinate stakeholders and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
  
  Compliance & Documentation
  
• Experience maintaining documentation, tracking non-conformities, and supporting audits
  
• Familiarity with regulatory and sustainability compliance requirements
  
  Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
  
• 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
  
  
  
  
  Preferred Qualifications:
  
• 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
  
  
  
  
  Key Behaviors:
  
• 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