Optimization Manager

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.  Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people  and empowering them to  thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong.  Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.   At JLL, we are driving sustainability through everything that we do, across all service lines and job positions. Specifically, we are growing our Sustainability practice to drive end-to-end sustainability solutions in real estate, from site selection to decommissioning. In this role, you will work with one of our high-profile clients, acting as an embedded extension of their in-house Sustainability Team. As a member of the JLL Sustainable Operations Team, reporting to the Global Program and Integration Lead, you will own optimization of the portfolio with respect to effective sustainability performance.  This role requires a programmatic approach to drive consistency in assessment, ideation, program/team calibration, and reporting.This position is hybrid, requiring in-office presence at least 3 days per week.What this job involvesProviding strategic direction on energy, water, waste reduction initiatives in concert with targets and key performance indicatorsLeading a team of regionally based sustainable operations analysts to generate value-add data insights used to inform decision-making processesCommunicating complex information in accessible ways to ensure timely actions that support improved performanceWorking with other sustainable operations team members to develop, maintain, and improve upon program components and performance targets for regional operations implementationUnderstanding the implementation of sustainability across the life cycle of commercial real estate, including critical stakeholder roles, strategic decision-making, and how to leverage data tracking and monitoringAdvising on opportunities and innovations for improved sustainability performanceKey responsibilities include:Lead and manage the sustainable operations analysts and ensure consistent processes and delivery across the teamDevelop and maintain documented processes to show sustainability performance data inputs/outputs, information flow, key performance indicator (KPI) monitoring and measurement components, ideation pipeline, and team/client review-approval processContribute to the client corporate sustainability strategy and drive performance improvement opportunitiesProvide strategic direction and guidance on energy, water, waste performance data results and trends, including project recommendationsAnalyze utility performance data and be able to normalize for weather or occupancy Own, and improve upon, sustainability data management, and resolve data quality issues when observedEstablish strong working relationships with account and client teams to ensure comprehensive support and leadershipSet and steer SME program components and performance targets to continuously improve performanceReview sustainability project / pilot plans prior to launch for accuracy, recommending calibrations where needed to ensure outcomes align with performance improvement objectivesMonitor and verify completed sustainability projects / pilots for effectivenessWork with sustainable operations team to track and communicate success stories to ensure a high level of awareness and engagement is achieved with regard to the overall sustainability program and client’s successDemonstrate innovative thinking and proactive management in bringing new ideas and solutionsIdentify opportunities for enhancing systems and processes for delivering best practice sustainability performance, and use of utility/sustainability management systems for monitoring and/or reporting purposesDevelop and manage internal and external surveys, with results effectively summarized and prepared for communication, along with key recommendations for actionsProvide SME input and own program components (e.g., content development, maintenance) related to SME areaDevelop measurement and verification (M&V) framework for all implemented conservation opportunitiesSound like you? To apply you need to be/have:University Degree (Science, engineering, math, or related fields)Passionate about leveraging data that contributes towards a sustainable futureAn excellent understanding of the key sustainability issues for corporate occupiers of real estate including, but not limited to; decarbonization, embodied carbon, circularity, resource preservation, biodiversity, climate risk, health & wellbeing, and social value creationDemonstrated experience in developing insights, actions, project ideation across energy, water, and waste data aspectsDemonstrated experience with utility data and energy analyses, including expertise in how to interpret performance benchmarksExperience working with corporate clients, commercial property, property managers and an understanding of the landlord and tenant relationship is desirableExcellent ability to build relationships with clients and their internal teamsA strong track record of managing complex sustainability data sources and subsequently communicating approachable summaries and recommendations to stakeholders for decision-makingExperience working in a collaborative way with clients and other stakeholders to identify and solution for robust sustainability performance improvements, using data-backed rationaleProven project management experience and excellent communication skillsAttention to detail and accuracy in written and numeric workAbility to obtain buy-in and engagement from employees at all levelsStrong expertise with Excel, Smartsheet, Tableau, Power BI, and other advanced data toolsBehavioral CompetenciesThink Big - Thinks strategically, simplifies the complex, solves complex problems, sees the big pictureDrive Change - Thrives on change, learning agility, intellectually curious, appetite for risks, digital driveHelps others - Builds relationships, actively collaborates, helps others succeed.Get it done - Acts decisively, drives results, passion to win, takes ownership, accountable, resilientBusiness first - Focuses on customers and clients, business/financial acumen, JLL firstInspire - Inspire others, creates vision and strategy, energizes othersEstimated total compensation range for this position is:129,500.00 – 187,800.00 USD per yearThe pay range listed is a total compensation range including bonus, if applicable.  The provided range is an estimate and not guaranteed. An employment offer is based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data.Location:On-site –Seattle, WAJob Tags:GREFIf this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. 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