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Sustainability Regional Operations Lead AMER

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 support the AMER Regional Manager in the development & implementation of the regional sustainability and net zero strategy with focus on portfolio strategy and design & construction.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Collaborate with the Regional Manager to support the development and execution of the sustainability and net zero strategy across AMER. This includes a strong emphasis on real estate portfolio management, and design & construction practices.
  • Implementing, through regional teams, sustainability program components in direct collaboration with the client’s sustainability team
  • Robust and executive-level communication, methodical deliver plans, and integration of feedback to remove roadblocks and leverage opportunities
  • Leveraging client tools and applicable in-house JLL tools and processes for problem-solving, and identifying and securing alternative tools as needs arise
  • Understanding 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 monitoring
  • Managing regional sustainable operations teams focused on program execution in a manner that aligns with client culture, which requires agile and adaptive behaviors

Key responsibilities include:

  • Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of all JLL sustainability program activities across the client real estate portfolio, including development of relevant tactical processes as needed to ensure program expectations and performance are met via delivery teams
  • Meet client sustainability goals and relevant key performance indicators and ensure processes for delivery are transparent, with ability to monitor, measure, and report status
  • Provide direction and guidance on ways to implement the sustainability program effectively and efficiently
  • Work closely with the Global Strategy & Integration Lead to steer cross-functional implementation opportunities that support attainment of sustainability objectives and targets
  • Work closely with the Performance Optimization Manager to adjust processes where data insights and trending indicate needed focus or calibration
  • Work with team to identify building level activities that contribute to client sustainability goals aside client rhythm of the business
  • Work closely with Global D&C and FM Projects Lead to ensure sustainability projects are scheduled, delivered, and managed as expected
  • Establish strong working relationships with workstreams to deliver against KPI targets
  • Foster strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, demonstrating collaborative, solutions-oriented behaviors• Ensure success stories are tracked and communicated to ensure a high level of awareness and engagement is achieved with regard to program delivery and client’s success
  • Demonstrate innovative thinking and proactive management in bringing new ideas and solutions to the services delivery, and ensure they are socialized for collaborative agreement, then rolled out effectively
  • Develop and enhance systems and processes for delivering best practice sustainability performance and use of utility/sustainability management systems for monitoring and/or reporting purposes
  • Execute team leadership by managing effective regional teams capable of delivery according to scope of work and schedule
  • Plan and prioritize activities to meet roadmap and schedule expectations

Sound like you? To apply you need to be/have:

  • Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in architecture, engineering, environment, sustainability or related discipline
  • Engineering/architecture expertise, particularly in design and construction
  • Proven track record in corporate real estate sustainability
  • Passionate about sustainability and making a real impact
  • Experience program managing multiple and complex workstreams
  • Proven track record of managing projects and programs at a local and regional level, with the capability to run these at a global level.
  • Strong organizational skills and capacity to prioritize in a complex, fast paced environment.
  • Being able to deal with change quickly and going with the flow in consensus of the wider group
  • Strong interaction with people and can establish relationships with key stakeholders
  • Collaborative, hands on approach, getting involved, leading but also being able to listen to group consensus.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in written and numeric work
  • Ability to obtain buy-in and engagement from employees at all levels

Behavioral Competencies

  • Think Big - Thinks strategically, simplifies the complex, solves complex problems, sees the big picture
  • Drive Change - Thrives on change, learning agility, intellectually curious, appetite for risks, digital drive
  • Helps others - Builds relationships, actively collaborates, helps others succeed.
  • Get it done - Acts decisively, drives results, passion to win, takes ownership, accountable, resilient
  • Business first - Focuses on customers and clients, business/financial acumen, JLL first
  • Inspire - Inspire others, creates vision and strategy, energizes others

Location:

On-site –Arlington, VA

Job Tags:

GREF

If 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. Some of these benefits may include:

  • 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

  • Paid parental leave at 100% of salary 

  • Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

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Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.  If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at accomodationrequest@am.jll.com. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL.

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