Energy and Decarbonization Portfolio Manager

About the role

The Energy and Decarbonization Portfolio Manager serves as a core technical expert driving sustainable energy strategies across a diverse Fortune 100 technology client portfolio. This role optimizes energy performance, reduces carbon footprints, and delivers measurable cost savings through data-driven analysis and strategic program implementation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive energy management strategies across assigned portfolios, establish baseline metrics, performance targets, and multi-year roadmaps aligned with client sustainability goals
• Lead benchmarking initiatives using internal platforms to position clients competitively and identify performance improvement opportunities
• Monitor regulatory requirements, utility rate structures, and incentive programs to maximize financial benefits and ensure compliance
• Conduct ASHRAE Level 1 and Level 2 on-site energy audits to evaluate equipment performance, operational practices, and capital improvement opportunities
• Analyze utility data, building automation systems, and energy consumption patterns to identify optimization opportunities worth quantifiable cost reductions
• Evaluate financial viability of energy projects including HVAC upgrades, lighting retrofits, building envelope enhancements, and demand response programs
• Collaborate with property management teams, architects, and engineers to implement energy conservation measures and integrate high-performance building strategies
• Manage relationships with utility providers, energy consultants, and technology vendors to support program innovation and implementation
• Track and verify energy savings from implemented projects, maintaining documentation for sustainability certifications (where applicable) and ESG reporting
• Prepare detailed dashboards, technical reports, and executive presentations communicating energy performance, cost savings, carbon reductions, and strategic recommendations
• Develop client deliverables that clearly articulate energy and carbon reduction opportunities across multiple building types and geographies
• Present energy program results and recommendations to diverse audiences including property management teams, engineering staff, and client executives
• Partner with energy, waste, and water sustainability managers to develop integrated resource efficiency strategies
• Explore cutting-edge technologies including controls optimization, load management, and employee engagement programs
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying innovative energy management practices and emerging technologies
• Benchmark site energy and emission data
• Establish and maintain a decarbonization portfolio forecast + Roadmap
• Maintain a pipeline of energy/decarb projects with comparative metrics by location
• Maintain a ready reserve project list

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Building Science, Environmental Engineering, Facilities Management, or related field
• 3–5 years of direct experience in energy management, energy program implementation, or sustainability operations across commercial real estate portfolios
• Proven track record of identifying and implementing energy conservation measures that deliver measurable cost savings and carbon reductions
• Strong understanding of building science principles, HVAC systems, building envelope design, and energy codes (ASHRAE 90.1, IECC)
• Experience conducting energy audits and analyzing utility data to identify optimization opportunities
• Proficiency with energy benchmarking tools (ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager) and building automation systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences including C-suite executives
• Demonstrated project management abilities with track record of delivering measurable results on time and within budget

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in relevant field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license and/or Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification highly desired
• LEED AP with specialty, ASHRAE Building Energy Modeling Professional (BEMP), or similar credentials
• Experience managing energy programs across geographically dispersed portfolios with multiple building types
• Familiarity with ESG reporting frameworks, carbon accounting methodologies (GHG Protocol, SBTi), and life cycle assessment
• Proficiency with scripting languages (Python) for automating workflows and data analysis
• Experience with renewable energy procurement, demand response programs, and utility contract negotiations
• Knowledge of building energy modeling software and performance simulation tools
• Self-starter with proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams