About The Role

CBRE is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented SeniorSustainability Analyst to join our Americas Sustainability Advisory team. Thisperson will support the delivery of sustainability solutions supporting amulti-year consulting project for a global real estate asset management firm,embedded full-time within the client firm’s US team supporting their US realestate portfolio sustainability program.

This position can work hybrid at either the New York City orNewark, NJ office (work remotely 2-3 days a week, while going into the office2-3 days/week), or fully remote in the United States. The ideal candidateshould be a self-motivated and accountable individual, capable of workingindependently.

What You’ll Do

Key Responsibilities:

• Sustainability Strategy & Reporting
• Under the supervision of the Sustainability Director, assist in the development, benchmarking, implementation and ongoing review of appropriate sustainability objectives, targets and improvement programs for US assets/funds.
• Support the development and implementation of sustainability strategies for the client’s US funds and assets, aligned with organizational ESG targets and client mandates.
• Support the integration of sustainability strategies into US asset-level business plans, capital improvement roadmaps, and fund-level ESG programs.
• Monitor emerging US sustainability regulations, building performance standards, and ESG reporting requirements (e.g., NYC LL97, SEC climate rules, jurisdictional benchmarking and related disclosures) and support development of protocols and processes to align accordingly.
• Assist in developing and maintaining sustainability metrics, reporting frameworks, and dashboards to track performance against ESG objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement sustainable finance strategies aligned with client and organizational objectives.
• Evaluate and support recommendations on investment opportunities that align with sustainable finance principles and client ESG mandates.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
• Support the Sustainability Director with outreach to and engagement with US asset management teams to assess building performance, identify sustainability improvement opportunities, and recommend cost-effective interventions.
• Collaborate with deal teams and investment partners during acquisitions, new developments, and dispositions to support sustainability due diligence, including ESG assessments and GHG emissions calculations using the GHG Protocol and other leading frameworks.
• Assist in translating technical findings into actionable insights for investment committee briefs, capex planning, and operational improvement strategies.
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in completing investor information requests and Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQs)
• Liaise with portfolio managers, external partners, and clients to communicate sustainability insights, data findings, and strategies.
• Research, Data Collection, and Data Analysis:
• Leverage relationships with portfolio and property managers to increase data collection quantity and quality across the portfolio.
• Engage with external consultants, engineers, and software vendors to improve data coverage and quality, monitor emerging sustainability trends and technologies, and maintain reporting integrity.
• Utilize internal and third-party software platforms to track ESG performance metrics, support data analysis, and benchmark performance across portfolios and assets.
• Analyze data to assess the impact of sustainability factors on investment performance and inform client reporting.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends in sustainable finance and real estate ESG.
• Conduct tax credit, rebate, and other incentives research to identify benefits available at federal, state, and local level to subsidize the cost of sustainability projects, such as renewable energy implementation, LED lighting and HVAC systems retrofits/replacements, energy audits, and decarbonization assessment

Debt Business Support Responsibilities (20%allocated):

•  Support portfolio teams in the ongoing management andmaintenance of sustainability data fields in the proprietary global loaninventory
•  Oversee fund level climate-risk disclosures for companyand investor reporting
•  Assist in the ongoing evolution and automation ofportfolio reviews (in line with global)
•  Continue to ensure compliance of debt tools / processes tomeet U.S. regulatory requirements
•  Lead and improve GRESB performance for three debt fundssubmitting to the GRESB Lender Assessment
•  Oversee the accurate completion of investor questionnairesfor debt funds

What You’ll Need

To perform this job successfully, an individual will need toperform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below arerepresentative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performessential functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Building Sciences, or a related technical field.
• Master’s degree in Sustainability Management, Environmental Engineering, Building Science, or Energy Systems is a plus.
• 3–6 years of experience in sustainability consulting, sustainable building operations, ESG program management, or a related field within commercial real estate for owner, operator, or investor organizations.
• Experience working in-house or in an advisory capacity for a real estate asset management firm or comparable organization is preferred. Exposure to sustainability program implementation and interaction with asset or portfolio managers is a plus.
• Experience writing or contributing to annual sustainability reports.
•  Exposure to orinterest in assembling financial proposals or business/capex plans forsustainability interventions and capital projects, with an ability tocommunicate findings clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Familiarity with GHG Protocol, scope 1–3 emissions tracking, and ESG data management concepts. Experience with corporate GHG inventories or emissions modeling tools is a plus.
• Familiarity with platforms, tools, and reporting frameworks such as ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager, Deepki, and GRESB a plus.
• Interest in or exposure to energy audits, building performance assessments, or sustainability certifications (e.g., LEED, BREEAM, WELL). Active credentials such as CEM, CEA, or LEED AP are a plus but not required.
• Strong understanding of sustainability principles and North American state and local regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, Power BI, etc.).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader incommercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and peoplethrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals whocreate significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our sharedvalues — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverseperspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have theopportunity to realize your full potential.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture whereeveryone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, andwe welcome all applications.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determinecompensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience.

The minimum salary for this position is $90,000 annually andthe maximum salary for this position is $125,000 annually, with an additionalbonus target. Salary will vary depending on candidate’s location. Thecompensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on thecandidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. This role will provide thefollowing benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance,and Vision insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standingcommitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualifiedapplicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status,disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected byapplicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current andprospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to ourcompany’s success.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the position is $90K per year and the maximum salary for the position is or $125K per year. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [email protected] or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).