Regional Sustainability Operations Analyst

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay early access

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated is seeking a Sustainability Analyst to support the energy, water, and waste management strategy across GCS programs. The role concentrates on transforming sustainability data into actionable insights that drive decisions.

Office presence is required five days a week in Arlington, VA and Seattle, WA. Key tasks include quantifying program impacts, improving data collection processes, and tracking results with a focus on ROI and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in a similar analyst role.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and large data set management.
• Proficiency in Smartsheets, SQL, Python, VBA Macros, Tableau, or PowerBI.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to describe data anomalies.
• Ability to multi-task and manage priorities to meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and process-driven approach.
• Experience and understanding of sustainability and carbon emissions reporting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to sustainability team, specific to energy, water, and waste program goals, collaborating with team members as needed.
• Able to quantify impact of programs and policies.
• Improve upon processes and procedures for data collection and monitoring to support data analytics.
• Ensure adherence and on-going tracking of results.
• Monitor financial performance of all initiatives.
• Work with team to track and improve performance with proactive use of data.
• Calculate ROI through Cost Benefit Analysis on new pilots and programs related to carbon, waste and water.
• Optimize relationships with utility, municipal, and technology partners to improve performance and reduce program costs.
• Establish strong working relationships with workstreams to deliver against KPI targets.

Skills

Multitasking

Organization

Emotional intelligence

Data integrity

Milestone management

Tools

Excel

Smartsheets

SQL

Python

VBA Macros

Tableau

PowerBI

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL 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.

What this job involves

As a member of the JLL Sustainable Operations team, you will support coordination of the implementation of the energy, water, and waste management strategy and supporting processes, programs, targets, reports, and projects to achieve scope of work delivery and goals. This role requires a unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen to transform sustainability data into actionable insights that drive decision-making across GCS programs and regions. This position requires in-office presence 5 days per week.

Key responsibilities

• Provide support to sustainability team, specific to energy, water, and waste program goals, collaborating with team members as needed
• Able to quantify impact of programs and policies
• Improve upon processes and procedures for data collection and monitoring to support data analytics
• Ensure adherence and on‑going tracking of results
• Monitor financial performance of all initiatives
• Work with team to track and improve performance with proactive use of data
• Calculate Return on Investment (ROI) through Cost Benefit Analysis on new pilots and programs related to carbon, waste and water
• Optimize relationships with utility, municipal, and technology partners to improve performance and reduce program costs
• Establish strong working relationships with workstreams to deliver against KPI targets

Key skills

• The ability to manage multiple deliverables with inter‑related dependencies
• Strong organizational skills and process‑driven, with an orientation toward continuous process improvement
• Strong emotional intelligence and capacity to deliver an excellent client experience
• Strong ability to clearly identify issues with data and raise them to the appropriate JLL team member
• Ability to work to a defined milestone dates and raise any concerns early and often

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in similar analyst role.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and large data set management.
• Preferred proficiency in SmatSheets, SQL, Python, VBA Macros, Tableua, or PowerBI
• Excellent communication skills including the ability to identify and describe data anomalies and provide solutions accordingly.
• Ability to multi‑task and manage priorities to meet deadlines.
• A strong desire to deliver a quality outcome for the client and end users.
• Experience and understanding of sustainability and carbon emissions reporting will be a strong advantage.
• Project management experience would be an advantage.
• This role requires a high attention to detail and a strong process‑driven approach.
• Ensure success stories are tracked and communicated to ensure a high level of awareness and engagement is achieved with regard to the overall sustainability program and client’s success.
• Demonstrate innovative thinking and proactive management in bringing new ideas and solutions to the services delivery, and ensure they are rolled out effectively.
• Support data entry for sustainability reporting.

Location

On‑site - Arlington, VA, Seattle, WA

Compensation

Estimated compensation for this position: 87,100.00 - 98,900.00 USD per year. This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Benefits

• 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
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

Company Culture & Values

We choose to take the more inspiring, innovative, and optimistic path on our journey toward success. What sets JLL apart is our culture of collaboration, locally and across the globe, which allows us to create transformative solutions for the real estate industry. We support each other's wellbeing and champion inclusivity and belonging across teams. JLL is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 [e-mail]. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page.

Background Check

Pursuant to the Columbia, SC ordinance, this position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job‑related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Legal & Compliance

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