Sustainability Manager

Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 99,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision plans

401(k) Match

Volunteer time off

Disability insurance

Life and Travel insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Length of Service Awards

Job summary

Sunbelt Rentals, Inc. seeks a seasoned sustainability leader to drive enterprise-wide initiatives across facilities and fleet, including electrification, energy procurement, and building efficiency programs.

You will analyze technologies, regulations, and trends to identify opportunities and build solid business cases. You will collaborate with multiple departments to execute strategies, track progress with data analytics, and develop materials for communications and education.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Sustainability, Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, Public Policy, Communications, or related field; or equivalent relevant experience.
• 4+ years of experience in environmental sustainability program management or relevant field.
• Strong communication with the ability to translate energy and sustainability data into clear business insights.
• Depth of experience in end-to-end project management of largescale, programmatic initiatives.
• Experience supporting greenhouse gas inventories, sustainability disclosures, carbon accounting methodologies, or Scopes 1, 2 and 3 emissions reporting preferred.
• Experience evaluating or implementing sustainability initiatives related to renewable energy, energy efficiency, fleet decarbonization, alternative fuels, or environmental performance improvement preferred.
• Strong modeling, analytical, project management, and data management skills.
• Familiarity with GHG Protocol, CDP, EcoVadis, sustainability reporting frameworks, and carbon accounting principles preferred.
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Word, PowerBI, and SQL experience preferred.
• Ability to manage urgent requests, work independently, collaborate across functions, and operate effectively in an unstructured or evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, implementation, and scaling of operational sustainability initiatives across our facilities and vehicle fleet, including renewable fuels/energy procurement, fleet electrification, renewable energy procurement, and building efficiency programs.
• Assess emerging technologies, regulatory developments, market trends, and sustainability best practices to identify opportunities that improve operational performance, including EVs, charging infrastructure, renewable diesel, energy management and waste hauling optimization
• Develop and support internal and external sustainability-related business cases, pilot programs, and investment strategies, including evaluation of environmental benefits, operational impacts, costs, savings, and expected returns for sustainable solutions.
• Create and execute short‑term and long‑term strategies to meet enterprise‑wide sustainability goals in close collaboration with business unit partners.
• Leverage data analytics to track progress of projects, programs and opportunity scoping.
• Assist in guiding development of sustainability‑related resources, communications, marketing, and education materials.
• Lead cross‑functional sustainability initiatives, aligning and connecting work across multiple departments to drive integrated execution and measurable outcomes.
• In collaboration with other team members, review, evaluate and develop plans to engage with Federal/State/Local programs related to grants, rebates, and tax incentives for sustainability‑related projects.

Skills

Sustainability program management

Data analytics

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

SQL experience

Education

Master's degree in Sustainability or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerBI

SQL

Job description

Join Our Team!

Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition.

We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on‑job training for all eligible employees.

As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities!

Job Description Summary

Position Responsibilities:

• Support the development, implementation, and scaling of operational sustainability initiatives across our facilities and vehicle fleet, including renewable fuels/energy procurement, fleet electrification, renewable energy procurement, and building efficiency programs.
• Assess emerging technologies, regulatory developments, market trends, and sustainability best practices to identify opportunities that improve operational performance, including EVs, charging infrastructure, renewable diesel, energy management and waste hauling optimization
• Develop and support internal and external sustainability-related business cases, pilot programs, and investment strategies, including evaluation of environmental benefits, operational impacts, costs, savings, and expected returns for sustainable solutions.
• Create and execute short‑term and long‑term strategies to meet enterprise‑wide sustainability goals in close collaboration with business unit partners.
• Leverage data analytics to track progress of projects, programs and opportunity scoping.
• Assist in guiding development of sustainability‑related resources, communications, marketing, and education materials.
• Lead cross‑functional sustainability initiatives, aligning and connecting work across multiple departments to drive integrated execution and measurable outcomes.
• In collaboration with other team members, review, evaluate and develop plans to engage with Federal/State/Local programs related to grants, rebates, and tax incentives for sustainability‑related projects.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in Sustainability, Engineering, Environmental Science, Business, Public Policy, Communications, or related field; or equivalent relevant experience.
• 4+ years of experience in environmental sustainability program management or relevant field
• Strong communication with the ability to simplify technical concepts and translate energy and sustainability data into clear business insights.
• Depth of experience in end‑to‑end project management of largescale, programmatic initiatives
• Experience supporting greenhouse gas inventories, sustainability disclosures, carbon accounting methodologies, or Scopes 1, 2 and 3 emissions reporting preferred.
• Experience evaluating or implementing sustainability initiatives related to renewable energy, energy efficiency, fleet decarbonization, alternative fuels, or environmental performance improvement preferred.
• Strong modeling, analytical, project management, and data management skills.
• Familiarity with GHG Protocol, CDP, EcoVadis, sustainability reporting frameworks, and carbon accounting principles preferred.
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Word, PowerBI, and SQL experience preferred.
• Ability to manage urgent requests, work independently, collaborate across functions, and operate effectively in an unstructured or evolving environment.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functions and build strong working relationships.

Physical Demands: Must be able to bend, squat, crouch and/or reach and lift up to 25 pounds or more, as required by the job. Some Sunbelt jobs may require driving for long periods of time, loading and unloading heavy equipment, performing work in extreme weather conditions including rain, wind or excessive temperatures and/or night and weekend work. All duties must be performed according to Sunbelt’s safety policies and guidelines. Reasonable accommodations may be made to comply with ADA/ADAAA.

The above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day.

Sunbelt Rentals is an Equal Opportunity Employer — Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran and any other protected ground

Base Pay Range: $98,573.00 - 135,537.60

Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience.

Sunbelt also provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full‑time employees. This package includes:

• Health, Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) Match
• Volunteer time off
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Accident, Life and Travel insurance, as well as flexible spending
• Tuition Reimbursement Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Length of Service Awards

You will become eligible for benefits on the first of the month following 30 days from your start date. Sunbelt offers team members the following paid time off from work, subject to Sunbelt’s policies (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement):

• 12-25 vacation days depending on years of service
• 5 sick days
• 6 holidays
• 2 half day holidays
• 2 floating holidays
• 1 inclusion day
• 1 volunteer day

Gear up for an exciting career!

Sunbelt Rentals supports service members. Veterans encouraged to apply.