Energy & Water Manager

Wasael Property Management; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management company located in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an Energy and Water Manager responsible for implementing efficiency programs in alignment with sustainability goals. The ideal candidate should have a solid background in energy management, strong analytical skills, and experience in technical reporting. This role will also involve conducting audits, monitoring performance, and collaborating with facility managers to ensure compliance. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficient in energy management and reduction strategies.
• Strong analytical skills for monitoring performance trends.
• Experience with energy audits and compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement energy efficiency programs.
• Conduct energy audits and site inspections.
• Prepare technical reports and business cases.

Skills

Energy management expertise

Analytical skills

Project management

Knowledge of sustainability practices

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or Engineering

Tools

BMS/SCADA systems

Real-time monitoring tools

Job description

Role Summary
The Energy and Water Manager is responsible for developing and implementing airport-wide energy and water efficiency programs aligned with sustainability goals. The role focuses on identifying, engineering, and delivering consumption and cost reductions, leading audits, conducting Measurement & Verification (M&V), analyzing performance trends, and producing clear technical reports, proposals, and business cases for the client.

Key Responsibilities

Consumption Reduction

• Reduce utilities consumption in line with sustainability and operational targets.
• Deliver annual cost savings as per approved targets.
• Conduct regular energy audits to identify efficiency opportunities.
• Perform weekly site inspections for ZIA and monthly inspections for other airports; prepare reports and action plans.
• Explore renewable energy integration options.
• Implement innovative solutions for utilities management and efficiency improvement.

Technical Outputs

• Conduct technical analysis of BMS/SCADA systems, chiller plants, HVAC, lighting, pumps, irrigation, and leak detection.
• Optimize system setpoints, schedules, and operational parameters.
• Use real-time monitoring tools to track and optimize consumption.
• Implement energy-efficient technologies and support sustainable system upgrades.
• Ensure energy-related equipment is maintained for peak performance.

Analytics and Reporting

• Compile sustainability data including energy use, water use, emissions, and reduction progress.
• Monitor energy and water costs and analyze utility bills for savings opportunities.
• Conduct ongoing M&V against approved baselines.
• Develop metering strategies, identify gaps, and recommend improvements.

Leadership

• Facilitate and track delivery of initiatives in coordination with FM service providers and internal teams.
• Manage service providers to ensure compliance with Facility Manager, Wasael PM, and client policies.

Stakeholder & Governance

• Work collaboratively with the Facility Manager team to promote best practices.
• Lead energy conservation initiatives across airport stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and reporting obligations.

Budget & Procurement

• Prepare and present proposals and business cases to the client.
• Provide input to annual CAPEX and OPEX budgets.
• Contribute to financial reporting processes.
• Support procurement by delivering technical evaluations.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Direct Manager.

Internal & External Relationships

Internal: Commercial IMC functions, Wasael PM HSE, Wasael PM HR
External: Client engineering, HSE, sustainability teams, vendors