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.

• 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.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sustainable Energy or a related field preferred.
• Relevant experience and education may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 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).
• 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.
• 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).
• Experience supporting project delivery and program implementation.
• Ability to coordinate stakeholders and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience maintaining documentation, tracking non‑conformities and supporting audits.
• Familiarity with regulatory and sustainability compliance requirements.
• 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.
• ISO 14001 and/or ISO 50001 awareness certification (preferred).
• Experience in hyperscale or mission‑critical datacenter environments (preferred).
• Experience with sustainability programs including zero waste and energy resilience strategies (preferred).
• Familiarity with energy procurement and emerging energy technologies (preferred).
• Experience supporting change management and continuous improvement programs (preferred).
• 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.