Lead: Energy & Sustainability

Energy Vault; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the sustainability sector seeks a Sustainability Project Manager to oversee client initiatives aimed at achieving NetZero and energy efficiency. The role involves project management, training, and conducting assessments to ensure compliance with sustainability standards. Candidates should hold an engineering qualification and relevant certifications, with over 5 years of experience in the field.

Qualifications

• Requires Engineering Qualification and certification as a Certified Energy Manager.
• At least 5 years of experience in sustainability projects is essential.
• Knowledge of ISO standards, NetZero roadmap, and AMR technologies are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage sustainability initiatives for clients including NetZero and Green Star projects.
• Conduct feasibility assessments and present project proposals for implementation.
• Drive training and development of teams on sustainability reporting and practices.

Skills

Technical knowledge in energy efficiency

Renewable energy expertise

Project Management Skills

Good Communications Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Report Writing Skills

Education

Engineering Qualification

Certified Energy Manager (CEM)

RECP, CWP, CREP, CMVP accreditation

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Main Purpose / Objective of the Position:

• Build a business process for the compilation, collation and reporting of sustainability data across all clients
• Hold overall accountability for providing support to the FM team to realize client sustainability initiatives i.e. NetZero, Green Star, SBTI etc
• Support Facilities Management team with driving cost optimization programs for clients
• Conduct on site assessments and/or coordinate assessments to ASHRAE standards
• Performing feasibility assessments and preparing proposals to clients for implementation of resource efficiency, renewables, business continuity and resilience projects
• Presenting proposals and securing approval from clients
• Developing & implementing M&V plans
• Project management of approved projects to implementation and handover, either directly or through third -parties
• Identifying suitable technical partners and forming relationships with third party vendors for the provision of various technical projects including energy efficiency, water efficiency and renewable / alternative energy and water sources and microgrids
• Actively drive and support training and development of teams to broaden understanding of sustainability concepts, reporting and regulatory requirements
• Conduct research and development around new business opportunities including industry changes, market demand, new technologies and product development
• Play an active role as a company representative in industry

Decision Making Authority:
This position has the authority to:

• Execute all Key Performance Areas as stated on this form and in line with the Company approval framework and client policies and procedures.
  

Experience / Education:

• Engineering Qualification required
• Certifed Energy Manager (CEM) required
• Additional RECP, CWP, CREP, CMVP accreditation advantageous
• Knowledge of ISO standards around energy management, NetZero Roadmap etc
• At least 5 years experience
• AMR and Smart metering expertise

Skills Required:

• Technical knowledge and experience in design and implementation of energy efficiency, renewable energy and microgrid projects
• Expert understanding of utility management
• Project Management Skills
• Good Communications Skills
• Initiative & Problem Solving Skills
• Well Developed Report Writing Skills
• Highly Computer Literate: MS Office

Knowledge Required:

• Project Management Principles
• Knowledge of Company Policies & Procedures
• The application of local municipalities by-laws and relevant SANS regulations
• Reporting principles
• Project financial management

Competencies Required:

• Results orientation
• Ability to exercise staff control
• Decision Making
• Tolerance of Stress
• Drive, will power and consistency
• Attention to detail and strong organizing skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Initiative and problem solving
• Must be reliable
• Judgement Ability
• Client Service Orientation
• Quality Assurance
• Business Awareness

Major Drivers of Work Volume:

• Client requests, Document Store, Internal Projects