RE Tech Advisors
Senior Manager, Climate Risk Solutions - RE Tech Advisors
RE Tech Advisors, Mc Lean, Virginia, us, 22107
Senior Manager, Climate Risk Solutions - RE Tech Advisors
RE Tech Advisors, a Legence Company
RE Tech Advisors is a growing, woman-led consulting firm of over 125 ESG professionals. We deliver results at the intersection of engineering, technology, and sustainability. RE Tech Advisors serves a progressive client base that includes commercial real estate portfolios, private equity investors, federal agencies, industry associations, and manufacturing companies. By joining the RE Tech Advisors team, you will work with recognized industry leaders driving national and global sustainability initiatives, providing opportunities for professional growth in the ESG arena.
Summary Description
Lead multiple CRS projects and programs of varying size and scope. Train and oversee CRS Managers executing project- and task-level management responsibilities. Provide strategic oversight and direction of client programs, collaborating with multiple RE Tech teams to ensure client satisfaction. Execute all responsibilities with minimal oversight. Supervise CRS team members and manage performance.
Essential Job Functions
Design, pitch, and lead multiple client programs across sectors that may include commercial real estate, private equity, lending, government, and public-private partnerships.
Oversee teams implementing client projects with components such as carbon accounting, decarbonization, climate risk management, vendor management, and public disclosures and third-party reporting.
Ensure excellence and client satisfaction for all CRS work, engaging CRS leadership, Technical Leads, and multi-disciplinary RE Tech team members as needed.
Manage client projects delivered by the CRS Team under your purview, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery within scope and client expectations. Oversee budgets, schedules, and deadlines via regular communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Create program budgets, monthly staffing allocations, and oversee budget tracking. Lead invoicing for assigned scopes of work as needed. Train and oversee CRS managers to support the invoice process as needed.
Facilitate proper setup, closeout, and periodic reviews of client engagements, including After-Action Reviews.
Provide subject matter expertise on client programs, including:
Design, development, and execution of organizational or fund-level decarbonization strategy.
Monitoring, tracking, and reporting on greenhouse gas emissions and property performance, including development of formal GHG inventories.
Climate risk management aligned with best-practice guidance from voluntary standards (e.g., TCFD, IFRS) and mandatory reporting requirements.
Identification, evaluation, and mitigation of transition risks at the client portfolio and assets, including compliance with state/local building performance and/or emissions benchmarks.
Identification and evaluation of vulnerability and exposure to physical risk related to future climate scenarios; strategies to reduce Value at Risk.
Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvements in CRS service offerings and execute them as assigned by CRS leadership.
Supervise two or more direct reports, responsible for all aspects of employee performance management and engagement.
Ensure your team is properly resourced and staffed. Participate in the Talent Acquisition process, as directed by CRS leadership.
Contribute to business development through participation in or leadership of client strategy meetings, providing recommendations to add or enhance CRS team support, and participation in industry webinars or presentations. Create program budgets and scopes of work (SOWs) for assigned clients.
Track all time and expenses in BigTime.
Essential Knowledge And Skills
Deep knowledge of Climate Risk Solutions offerings and related domains, including:
Carbon accounting – methodologies, calculations, climate data software providers and tools, and industry guidance frameworks (e.g., GHG Protocol Corporate Standard, PCAF)
Carbon reduction targets and disclosure frameworks (e.g., SBTi, CDP, RE100)
Physical risk – risk analytics software providers and strategies to identify, evaluate and mitigate physical risk from future climate scenarios
Transition risk – requirements and pathways to comply with state/local building performance standards
Decarbonization strategies – energy efficiency, electrification, renewable energy, green power procurement, and environmental certificates
Mandatory and voluntary frameworks addressing climate risk and emissions disclosure (e.g., CCDAA, SFDR, TCFD, IFRS)
Advanced proficiency in Excel and other data-driven software; ability to perform energy and financial analyses (e.g., simple payback, IRR, NPV, ROI).
Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to translate technical information for non-technical audiences.
Strong interpersonal skills for managing client, employee, and cross-team relationships.
Analytical and decision-making capabilities with attention to detail and a solutions-oriented mindset.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Advanced knowledge of collaboration tools and the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
Required Education And/or Experience
At least 5 years of applicable work experience in a related field
At least 3 years in a role requiring project management and/or program leadership, budget management, and oversight of others
Experience developing and advising on carbon accounting, climate risk management, and/or decarbonization programs, preferably in commercial building portfolios or investment portfolios
Experience in a client-facing consulting role delivering professional services and building relationships across clients and internal teams
Degree in engineering, finance, environmental management, business management or equivalent preferred
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, reach, talk, and hear. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Travel Requirements
Periodic travel is required for the role. Travel may include trips to RE Tech offices (remote or between offices in Fairfax, VA and Dallas, TX) for meetings (estimated four times per year) and client-related travel.
Additional Requirements
In compliance with Federal law and FAR 22.1800, the selected candidate will be required to provide documentation verifying identity and eligibility to work in the United States. No sponsorship is available for this position.
About Legence
Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. Legence designs, fabricates, and installs complex HVAC, process piping, and other MEP systems to enhance energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. Legence serves clients across demanding sectors and counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 as clients.
Benefits Overview
Health & Welfare: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits; company-paid short-term and long-term disability; basic life and AD&D; mental health support through Spring Health.
Time Off Benefits : Paid vacation, company-paid holidays, and paid sick leave.
Financial Benefits : 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Reasonable Accommodations
If you need assistance during the application or interview process, please contact ta@wearelegence.com with the job title and requisition number.
Third-Party Recruiting Disclaimer
Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; submissions without a prior signed agreement will not incur fees and are the property of Legence.
Pay Disclosure & Considerations
Pay ranges, when indicated, are determined by experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to fair and competitive compensation and comply with salary transparency laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Legence and its affiliates are an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other protected characteristics.
EEO is the Law.
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RE Tech Advisors is a growing, woman-led consulting firm of over 125 ESG professionals. We deliver results at the intersection of engineering, technology, and sustainability. RE Tech Advisors serves a progressive client base that includes commercial real estate portfolios, private equity investors, federal agencies, industry associations, and manufacturing companies. By joining the RE Tech Advisors team, you will work with recognized industry leaders driving national and global sustainability initiatives, providing opportunities for professional growth in the ESG arena.
Summary Description
Lead multiple CRS projects and programs of varying size and scope. Train and oversee CRS Managers executing project- and task-level management responsibilities. Provide strategic oversight and direction of client programs, collaborating with multiple RE Tech teams to ensure client satisfaction. Execute all responsibilities with minimal oversight. Supervise CRS team members and manage performance.
Essential Job Functions
Design, pitch, and lead multiple client programs across sectors that may include commercial real estate, private equity, lending, government, and public-private partnerships.
Oversee teams implementing client projects with components such as carbon accounting, decarbonization, climate risk management, vendor management, and public disclosures and third-party reporting.
Ensure excellence and client satisfaction for all CRS work, engaging CRS leadership, Technical Leads, and multi-disciplinary RE Tech team members as needed.
Manage client projects delivered by the CRS Team under your purview, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery within scope and client expectations. Oversee budgets, schedules, and deadlines via regular communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Create program budgets, monthly staffing allocations, and oversee budget tracking. Lead invoicing for assigned scopes of work as needed. Train and oversee CRS managers to support the invoice process as needed.
Facilitate proper setup, closeout, and periodic reviews of client engagements, including After-Action Reviews.
Provide subject matter expertise on client programs, including:
Design, development, and execution of organizational or fund-level decarbonization strategy.
Monitoring, tracking, and reporting on greenhouse gas emissions and property performance, including development of formal GHG inventories.
Climate risk management aligned with best-practice guidance from voluntary standards (e.g., TCFD, IFRS) and mandatory reporting requirements.
Identification, evaluation, and mitigation of transition risks at the client portfolio and assets, including compliance with state/local building performance and/or emissions benchmarks.
Identification and evaluation of vulnerability and exposure to physical risk related to future climate scenarios; strategies to reduce Value at Risk.
Identify and recommend opportunities for process improvements in CRS service offerings and execute them as assigned by CRS leadership.
Supervise two or more direct reports, responsible for all aspects of employee performance management and engagement.
Ensure your team is properly resourced and staffed. Participate in the Talent Acquisition process, as directed by CRS leadership.
Contribute to business development through participation in or leadership of client strategy meetings, providing recommendations to add or enhance CRS team support, and participation in industry webinars or presentations. Create program budgets and scopes of work (SOWs) for assigned clients.
Track all time and expenses in BigTime.
Essential Knowledge And Skills
Deep knowledge of Climate Risk Solutions offerings and related domains, including:
Carbon accounting – methodologies, calculations, climate data software providers and tools, and industry guidance frameworks (e.g., GHG Protocol Corporate Standard, PCAF)
Carbon reduction targets and disclosure frameworks (e.g., SBTi, CDP, RE100)
Physical risk – risk analytics software providers and strategies to identify, evaluate and mitigate physical risk from future climate scenarios
Transition risk – requirements and pathways to comply with state/local building performance standards
Decarbonization strategies – energy efficiency, electrification, renewable energy, green power procurement, and environmental certificates
Mandatory and voluntary frameworks addressing climate risk and emissions disclosure (e.g., CCDAA, SFDR, TCFD, IFRS)
Advanced proficiency in Excel and other data-driven software; ability to perform energy and financial analyses (e.g., simple payback, IRR, NPV, ROI).
Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to translate technical information for non-technical audiences.
Strong interpersonal skills for managing client, employee, and cross-team relationships.
Analytical and decision-making capabilities with attention to detail and a solutions-oriented mindset.
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Advanced knowledge of collaboration tools and the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
Required Education And/or Experience
At least 5 years of applicable work experience in a related field
At least 3 years in a role requiring project management and/or program leadership, budget management, and oversight of others
Experience developing and advising on carbon accounting, climate risk management, and/or decarbonization programs, preferably in commercial building portfolios or investment portfolios
Experience in a client-facing consulting role delivering professional services and building relationships across clients and internal teams
Degree in engineering, finance, environmental management, business management or equivalent preferred
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, reach, talk, and hear. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Travel Requirements
Periodic travel is required for the role. Travel may include trips to RE Tech offices (remote or between offices in Fairfax, VA and Dallas, TX) for meetings (estimated four times per year) and client-related travel.
Additional Requirements
In compliance with Federal law and FAR 22.1800, the selected candidate will be required to provide documentation verifying identity and eligibility to work in the United States. No sponsorship is available for this position.
About Legence
Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. Legence designs, fabricates, and installs complex HVAC, process piping, and other MEP systems to enhance energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. Legence serves clients across demanding sectors and counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 as clients.
Benefits Overview
Health & Welfare: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits; company-paid short-term and long-term disability; basic life and AD&D; mental health support through Spring Health.
Time Off Benefits : Paid vacation, company-paid holidays, and paid sick leave.
Financial Benefits : 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Reasonable Accommodations
If you need assistance during the application or interview process, please contact ta@wearelegence.com with the job title and requisition number.
Third-Party Recruiting Disclaimer
Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; submissions without a prior signed agreement will not incur fees and are the property of Legence.
Pay Disclosure & Considerations
Pay ranges, when indicated, are determined by experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to fair and competitive compensation and comply with salary transparency laws.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Legence and its affiliates are an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other protected characteristics.
EEO is the Law.
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