Senior Manager, Climate Risk Solutions

OverviewRE 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 has a progressive and ambitious 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 closely with recognized industry leaders driving national and global sustainability initiatives, providing opportunities for your own professional growth in the ESG arena.Summary DescriptionLead 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 no need for regular oversight. Supervise CRS team members, responsible for all aspects of performance management.Essential Job FunctionsDesign, 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 comprising a range of components, including carbon accounting, decarbonization, climate risk management, vendor management, and public disclosures and third-party reporting.Ensure excellence and client satisfaction for all work delivered by the CRS team supporting your projects/programs, engaging CRS leadership, Technical Leads, and multi-disciplinary RE Tech team members as needed to ensure overall client satisfaction.Manage client projects delivered by the CRS Team under your purview, ensuring work is delivered on time, on budget, within scope, and in line with client expectations. Oversee budgets, schedules, and deadlines via effective, regular communication with internal and external stakeholders.Create program budgets, monthly staffing allocations, and oversee budget tracking for your client programs. 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 that include the following: 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 in alignment 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 their 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 needed and assigned by CRS leadership.Serve as supervisor to 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 efforts via 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.Properly and accurately track all time worked and expenses in BigTime.Essential Knowledge and SkillsDeep knowledge of Climate Risk Solutions service offerings and related subject matter 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 – climate risk analytic software providers and strategies to identify, evaluate and mitigate physical risk related to future climate scenariosTransition risk – technical requirements and pathways to compliance with state/local building performance standardsDecarbonization strategies – energy efficiency, electrification, renewable energy, green power procurement, and environmental certificatesMandatory requirements (e.g., CCDAA, SFDR) and voluntary frameworks addressing climate risk and emissions disclosure (e.g., TCFD, IFRS)Advanced proficiency in Excel and other software platforms for data-driven tasks, complex calculations, and estimation methodsAbility to perform energy and financial analyses, including simple payback, IRR, NPV, and ROI calculationsExceptional written and verbal communication skills to translate technical information for non-technical audiences and convey ideas clearly and professionallyEffective interpersonal skills for managing relationships with clients, employees, and interdisciplinary teamsAnalytical and decision-making capabilities with strong attention to detail and solutions-oriented mindsetFlexibility to adapt to changing priorities, manage multiple deadlines, and excel in a fast-paced environmentAdvanced knowledge of online collaboration and file sharing tools, such as SharePoint and the Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)Required Education and ExperienceAt least 5 years of applicable work experience in a related fieldAt least 3 years of experience in a role requiring project management and/or program leadership, budget management, and overseeing the work of othersExperience developing and advising on successful carbon accounting, climate risk management, and/or decarbonization programs, preferably in commercial building portfolios or other investment portfoliosExperience in a client-facing consulting role, delivering professional services, and building relationships across clients and internal teamsDegree in engineering, finance, environmental management, business management or equivalent preferredOther SectionsPhysical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Travel Requirements: Periodic travel is required for the role. Travel may include travel to RE Tech offices, if remote, or between RE Tech offices (Fairfax, VA and Dallas, Texas) for meetings (estimate of four times per year), as well as for Legence and/or client business needs.Additional Requirements: In compliance with Federal law and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 22.1800, the selected candidate will be required to provide documentation that will verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States.No sponsorship is available for this position.#LI-AC1 #LI-RemoteAbout LegenceLegence, a Blackstone Portfolio Company, is North America’s leading, integrated provider of energy efficiency and sustainability solutions for the built environment. Legence improves the performance of buildings, making spaces healthier and more sustainable. We specialize in helping clients decrease operating costs, reduce carbon emissions, and enhance occupant well-being and productivity. From advisory services and design to construction and ongoing maintenance, we offer a comprehensive suite of Stackable Solutions across the entire building lifecycle. With over a century of experience, we have the expertise to implement high-performing projects with outcomes across industries.Benefits OverviewHealth & Welfare: Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug benefits, company-paid short term and long term disability, basic group life and AD&D, and mental wellness support through Spring Health.Time Off Benefits: Paid vacation, company-paid holidays, and paid sick leave.Financial Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings planReasonable AccommodationsIf you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact ta@wearelegence.com or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.Third-Party Recruiting DisclaimerLegence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence.Pay Disclosure & ConsiderationsWhere pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based on relevant job-related factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications, geographic and market considerations. We are committed to fair and competitive compensation and comply with salary transparency laws.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerLegence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable laws.EEO is the LawJob DetailsPay Type: Salary #J-18808-Ljbffr