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