Sustainability Jobs in New York

About the Role:

CBRE is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Sustainability Analyst to join our Americas Sustainability Advisory team. This person will support the delivery of sustainability solutions supporting a multi-year consulting project for a global real estate asset management firm, embedded full-time within the client firm’s US team supporting their US real estate portfolio sustainability program.

This position can work hybrid at either the New York City or Newark, NJ office (work remotely 2-3 days a week, while going into the office 2-3 days/week), or fully remote in the United States. The ideal candidate should be a self-motivated and accountable individual, capable of working independently.

What You’ll Do:

Key Responsibilities:

Sustainability Strategy & Reporting

• Under the supervision of the Sustainability Director, assist in the development, benchmarking, implementation and ongoing review of appropriate sustainability objectives, targets and improvement programs for US assets/funds.

• Support the development and implementation of sustainability strategies for the client’s US funds and assets, aligned with organizational ESG targets and client mandates.

• Support the integration of sustainability strategies into US asset-level business plans, capital improvement roadmaps, and fund-level ESG programs.

• Monitor emerging US sustainability regulations, building performance standards, and ESG reporting requirements (e.g., NYC LL97, SEC climate rules, jurisdictional benchmarking and related disclosures) and support development of protocols and processes to align accordingly.

• Assist in developing and maintaining sustainability metrics, reporting frameworks, and dashboards to track performance against ESG objectives.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement sustainable finance strategies aligned with client and organizational objectives.

• Evaluate and support recommendations on investment opportunities that align with sustainable finance principles and client ESG mandates.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Support the Sustainability Director with outreach to and engagement with US asset management teams to assess building performance, identify sustainability improvement opportunities, and recommend cost-effective interventions.

• Collaborate with deal teams and investment partners during acquisitions, new developments, and dispositions to support sustainability due diligence, including ESG assessments and GHG emissions calculations using the GHG Protocol and other leading frameworks.

• Assist in translating technical findings into actionable insights for investment committee briefs, capex planning, and operational improvement strategies.

• Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

• Assist in completing investor information requests and Due Diligence Questionnaires (DDQs).

• Liaise with portfolio managers, external partners, and clients to communicate sustainability insights, data findings, and strategies.

Research, Data Collection, and Data Analysis:

• Leverage relationships with portfolio and property managers to increase data collection quantity and quality across the portfolio.

• Engage with external consultants, engineers, and software vendors to improve data coverage and quality, monitor emerging sustainability trends and technologies, and maintain reporting integrity.

• Utilize internal and third-party software platforms to track ESG performance metrics, support data analysis, and benchmark performance across portfolios and assets.

• Analyze data to assess the impact of sustainability factors on investment performance and inform client reporting.

• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends in sustainable finance and real estate ESG.

• Conduct tax credit, rebate, and other incentives research to identify benefits available at federal, state, and local level to subsidize the cost of sustainability projects, such as renewable energy implementation, LED lighting and HVAC systems retrofits/replacements, energy audits, and decarbonization assessment.

Debt Business Support Responsibilities (20% allocated):

• Support portfolio teams in the ongoing management and maintenance of sustainability data fields in the proprietary global loan inventory.

• Oversee fund level climate-risk disclosures for company and investor reporting.

• Assist in the ongoing evolution and automation of portfolio reviews (in line with global).

• Continue to ensure compliance of debt tools/processes to meet U.S. regulatory requirements.

• Lead and improve GRESB performance for three debt funds submitting to the GRESB Lender Assessment.

• Oversee the accurate completion of investor questionnaires for debt funds.

What You’ll Need:

To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Building Sciences, or a related technical field.

• Master’s degree in Sustainability Management, Environmental Engineering, Building Science, or Energy Systems is a plus.

• 3–6 years of experience in sustainability consulting, sustainable building operations, ESG program management, or a related field within commercial real estate for owner, operator, or investor organizations.

• Experience working in-house or in an advisory capacity for a real estate asset management firm or comparable organization is preferred. Exposure to sustainability program implementation and interaction with asset or portfolio managers is a plus.

• Experience writing or contributing to annual sustainability reports.

• Exposure to or interest in assembling financial proposals or business/capex plans for sustainability interventions and capital projects, with an ability to communicate findings clearly to non-technical audiences.

• Familiarity with GHG Protocol, scope 1–3 emissions tracking, and ESG data management concepts. Experience with corporate GHG inventories or emissions modeling tools is a plus.

• Familiarity with platforms, tools, and reporting frameworks such as ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager, Deepki, and GRESB a plus.

• Interest in or exposure to energy audits, building performance assessments, or sustainability certifications (e.g., LEED, BREEAM, WELL). Active credentials such as CEM, CEA, or LEED AP are a plus but not required.

• Strong understanding of sustainability principles and North American state and local regulatory requirements.

• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, Power BI, etc.).

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Why CBRE:

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to realize your full potential.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for this position is $90,000 annually and the maximum salary for this position is $125,000 annually, with an additional bonus target. Salary will vary depending on candidate’s location. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. This role will provide the following benefits: 401(K), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, and Vision insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success.

CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).