Sustainability Manager

Complete Building Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k plan with match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Gym membership

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Donohoe Companies is seeking a Sustainability Manager to join the Facilities Management team in Washington DC. You will drive sustainability strategies, policies, programs, and initiatives across assigned buildings for a major financial institution, partnering with site leadership and customers.

The role emphasizes data analytics, energy conservation, waste management, green cleaning, and landscaping, with a focus on aligning environmental goals with business priorities and ensuring compliance

Qualifications

• BS in Environmental Science or equivalent field preferred.
• 5+ years leading sustainability programs, ideally in facilities management.
• Certification options: LEED, ISSP, or similar preferred.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive sustainability strategies, policies, programs and initiatives for assigned buildings.
• Partner with site leadership and internal/external departments to execute plans.
• Report monthly progress toward established environmental goals and compliance.
• Leverage data analytics, energy conservation, waste management and green cleaning.

Skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role

We are looking to add a Sustainability Manager role to our Facilities Management team located in Washington DC.

As a Sustainability Manager, you will be assigned to support a set of specific buildings to drive sustainability strategies, policies, programs, and initiatives.

You will leverage your current experience; supporting innovation activities utilizing best practices to support leading-edge technology for the building management/maintenance organization for a large financial institution. Working with the site leadership as a business partner with our customer, you will be an integral part of a team to assist in establishing policies, setting direction toward execution, and reporting on monthly progress to established goals. Within this role, the Sustainability Manager will be empowered to assist in supporting the mission holistically by researching areas of sustainability within the assigned buildings, including but not limited to Data Analytics, Technology, Building Interior / Exterior, Energy Conservation, Green Cleaning, Waste Management & Recycling programs, Landscaping, and all other sustainability areas.

The SM's duties will also include assisting in the research, development, and implementation of programs that improve the organization’s environmental impact without detracting from other business goals. This role will also support ensuring adherence to all laws and industry regulations.

This is a full-time, salaried position $85,000,00 – $100,000,00. Hours Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.

You Should Have

The ideal candidate will have at least one of the following: LEED AP, Certified Energy Manager, Renewable Energy Professional, International Society of Sustainability Professionals, Certified Facility Manager:

• Bachelor of Science (BS), Environmental Science or equivalent field preferred
• 5+ years of experience managing or leading a sustainability program
  • Preference points will be given for experience leading sustainability programs specifically geared around facilities management & operations

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking, a strong background in project management preferred, particularly with planning methods and coordinating and leading programs
• Must have the ability to collaborate, as they will be responsible for coordinating efforts among internal and external departments

We may substitute experience for education, professionals with a bachelor’s degree in an applicable sustainability-related area are preferred.

• Preference (not required) for certification within one of the following:
  • International Society of Sustainability Professionals (ISSP)
  • International Facility Management Association (IMFA)
  • Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)

EOE/Vet/Disabled

Why You'll Love Working With Us

Donohoe Companies is a company that is passionate about the operation and maintenance of facilities in the commercial and government sectors. At Donohoe, we celebrate our diverse group of talented employees - and it shows. We are proud to say we have been ranked third on the Washington Business Journal's 2025 Corporate Diversity Index.

Perks & Benefits

We offer a full slate of benefits, including competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, flexible vacation, commuter benefits, and a 401k plan with a match. And...we offer some not-so-standard, extra great benefits, including tuition reimbursement for education/certifications, employee discount programs (including hotels and our vendor's products), gym membership, and an Employee Assistance Program that offer a wide array of consultative/actionable services.

We value diversity and believe in forming teams in which everyone can be their authentic self is the key to our success. Come join us, and find out what the best work of your career could look like for you.