Environmental Engegy Manager

Didlake Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) plan

EAP

PTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

Didlake, Inc. seeks an Environmental Manager to lead sustainability initiatives, educate staff, and report on key metrics. You will support energy programs, advance sustainable operations, and help with client sustainability objectives.

This role includes collaboration with facilities teams and certification efforts such as CIMS-GB and LEED. Ideal candidates bring a background in Sustainability or Environmental Studies plus 2 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Requires background check and clearance
• Strong communication, training, and analytical skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and CMMS systems
• Ability to meet security clearance, site access, and driving requirements
• Certifications such as LEED, CIMS-GB, ISO are a plus

Responsibilities

• Coordinate sustainability and environmental efforts across contracts and operations.
• Manage data collection, reporting, and trend analysis for sustainability metrics.
• Support EMS meetings, certification efforts, and project teams.
• Monitor chemical purchases, safety data sheets, and training; assure compliance.
• Track regulatory standards and recommend actions to leadership.
• Provide leadership and training to staff; ensure Didlake training compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Training

Analytical skills

MS Office

CMMS systems

Background check clearance

Driver's license

Real Id compliance

Education

Sustainability-related degree

Two years related experience

Regulatory/certification courses

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Didlake, Inc. is a non-profit rehabilitation services organization. At Didlake, creating opportunities that enrich the lives of people with disabilities is our mission. Since 1965, Didlake has served thousands of people with significant disabilities by providing training, job placement, employment opportunities, and day support services. We provide rewarding and purposeful work.

Why This Role Matters

The Environmental Manager leads sustainability and environmental initiatives by educating staff, tracking and reporting sustainability metrics, supporting energy and environmental programs, and advancing sustainable operational practices. The role develops sustainability resources, supports client sustainability objectives, conducts research and environmental quality assessments, and analyzes performance data and trends. Additionally, the Environmental Manager manages sustainability-related projects, collaborates with facilities teams, and supports compliance and certification efforts such as CIMS-GB and LEED.

What You Will Do

• Coordinate, implement, review, and update sustainability and environmental efforts regarding contract and organizational initiatives, including custodial contracts, CIMS-GB certification requirements, and other assigned lines of business.
• Manage sustainability programs and reporting by collecting, preparing, tracking, obtaining, and analyzing sustainability, purchasing, chemical, supply, and contract-required data; preparing quarterly reports and sustainability documentation; and analyzing trends to support sustainability implementation and operational standards.
• Participate in and support Sustainability Team activities, assigned project teams, Environmental Management System (EMS) meetings, organizational certification efforts, and collaboration with project management regarding sustainability meetings, training, and site support.
• Participate in the Chemical Review Team to monitor chemical purchases, review safety data sheets and employee training, ensure compliance with certification requirements, and track purchases in accordance with approved standard operating procedures.
• Monitor regulatory standards, compliance obligations, and sustainability-related changes affecting various lines of business, and prepare information and recommendations for organizational notification and action.
• Provide leadership by fostering teamwork, quality performance, professional conduct, Human Rights awareness, required training, and compliance with all Didlake training requirements.

Requirements

What You Bring

You'll bring a background in Sustainability, Environmental Studies, or a related field, along with experience supporting sustainability and environmental initiatives. Strong communication, training, and analytical skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office and CMMS systems, and the ability to meet security clearance, site access, and driving requirements will position you for success in this role; certifications such as LEED, CIMS-GB, ISO, auditing, or regulatory credentials are a plus.

Education & Experience

• A preferred degree related to Sustainability, Environmental Studies, or a related industry.
• Two (2) years of work experience related to Sustainability, Environmental Studies, or a related industry.
• Certifications related to regulatory, auditing, LEED, CIMS-GB, or ISO preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Posses the ability to pass a background check and maintain a clearance.
• Must possess strong communication skills, including the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, training manuals, standard operating procedures, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and present information to groups of employees.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Excel, and familiarity with web-based inventory, inspection, or work order (CMMS) systems.
• Ability to interact with, train, and resolve personnel issues of direct reports, as well as interact with and train operational employees who may have disabilities.
• Have a valid driver’s license and be insurable under Didlake’s automobile policy. Requirements include but no limited to a minimum of 3 years of licensed driving and being at least 25 years old.
• Must have a valid Real Id for access to the work site.
• US Citizenship is required to enter this worksite.

Why Join Didlake

• Be part of a mission-driven organization making a real impact in the lives of people with disabilities
• Work in a supportive and inclusive team environment
• Opportunities for growth and skill development
• Meaningful, purposeful work that makes a difference every day
• Health coverage for you and your family through Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• 401(k)retirement plan with company match
• To help you manage your work and life needs, we offer an Employee Assistance Program(EAP)
• PTO program with benefits that increase based on tenurewith the company
• Paid sick leave that beginsaccruingupon hire
• Paid holidays

Scheduled Hours

7:00am-3:30pm

$69, 555.20

Full Time/Part Time

Full-time

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