The Sustainability & Project Coordinator will work with the Director of Operations to manage our building portfolio's utility performance, regulatory compliance, sustainability, operational initiatives and associated project involvement. This role is critical to maintaining our commitment to a sustainable operation while ensuring all regulatory requirements are met across our properties.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance Management & Documentation

Assist with regulatory submissions including BEUDO (Cambridge), LBER (Massachusetts), and GRESB, particularly during compliance periods.
Update and analyze Energy Star Portfolio Manager data for submission requirements
Work with management and the client on BEUDO verification requirements for compliance periods
Assist with third-party verifications for regulatory reporting
Analyze utility consumption against BEUDO baseline years to optimize building performance
Maintain and update compliance plans with current documentation

Data Management & Analysis

Assist in managing CMMS/Prism system to monitor building preventative maintenance activities, compliance requirements, and work orders
Generate system reports and coordinate with Property Management teams and Building Engineers
Support with the accuracy and review of utility data entries (electric, natural gas, water, waste) in Energy Star Portfolio Manager and assist with identifying inconsistencies or missing data and coordinate immediate follow-up
Assist with the quality control analysis on portfolio utility data
Extract and support the analysis of utility usage and cost data, preparing comprehensive analysis packages for the Operations and Property Management Team
Support the creation of sustainability presentations showcasing key metrics with multi-year comparative analyses
Assist with compiling and analyzing comprehensive annual utility performance data

Operational Performance Oversight

Support portfolio operational reviews, presenting month-over-month and year-over-year trend analyses
Document explanations for significant variances and highlight impacts from vacancies or tenancy changes
Follow up on critical maintenance issues to ensure timely resolution
Assist with managing sub-metering systems, analyzing reports for accuracy and identifying anomalies in tenant consumption
Monitor Energy Star ratings for certified buildings and identify new certification opportunities
Assist with coordinating water safety compliance reviews with consultants and operations teams
Review WELL Building certification maintenance and identify new certification opportunities

Financial & Strategic Planning

Partner with energy consultants to develop utility budgets and rate projections
Support utility procurement processes for natural gas and electricity at the portfolio level
Coordinate ASHRAE and energy efficiency audits with mechanical consultants
Oversee ROI analysis of Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs)
Support implementation of approved efficiency projects

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Facility Management, or related field
0-2+ years of experience in building sustainability, energy management, or related field
Experience with Energy Star Portfolio Manager and building management systems
Understanding of energy benchmarking and reporting regulations
Experience with sustainability reporting frameworks (preferably GRESB)
Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and visualization
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with utility sub-metering systems and tenant billing
Knowledge of building mechanical systems and energy efficiency measures
Familiarity with Cambridge BEUDO and Massachusetts LBER reporting requirements
Experience with decarbonization planning for commercial buildings

Estimated total compensation for this position:

65,000.00 – 75,000.00 USD per year

About the Role:
As a CBRE HVAC Controls Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining mechanical and electrical equipment for complex commercial HVAC systems by conducting proactive performance testing and ongoing scheduled maintenance.

This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

Cambridge Life Science Facility - Day Shift with free parking.

What You’ll Do:

Operates, inspects, and maintains mechanical and electrical equipment for commercial HVAC systems in assigned Life Science facility to achieve most efficient results. Assures that equipment is being maintained in a safe manner. Minimizes down time through proactive performance testing and scheduled maintenance.
Operates, inspects and maintains mechanical and electrical controls equipment for HVAC/JCI Metasys BMS. Ability to diagnose controller issues and troubleshoot associated equipment such as actuators, transducers, NEM and SME controls.
Install, repair, adjust, service and maintain electric or pneumatic control systems used for building heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems and equipment, including calibration of related instruments, gauges, and control components.
Inspect and conduct ongoing maintenance on building HVAC equipment to ensure proper operation of equipment and compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, and work safety.
Troubleshoot equipment failures and identify the best course of action for equipment modifications.
Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
Impact a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams.
Work within broad guidelines and policies.
Explain difficult or sensitive information.
What You’ll Need:
High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.
Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs, and the ability to carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Why CBRE?

A culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence crafts our approach to every opportunity!

We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we thrive in.

Most Admired Company #1 in real estate for third consecutive year; Ten years in a row on the list!
Forbes Named one of the best large employers in America and one of the World's Best Employers!
Benefits
Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, dental vision, PTO, 401k, etc.
Internal advancement available after 6 month mark
Competitive Pay

About the Role:
As a CBRE HVAC Building Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining mechanical and electrical equipment for complex commercial HVAC systems by conducting proactive performance testing and ongoing scheduled maintenance.

This job is part of the Engineering and Technical Services job function. They are responsible for providing support, preventive maintenance, and repairs on equipment and systems.

Cambridge Life Sciences Facility with free parking!

What You’ll Do:
Install, repair, adjust, service and maintain electric or pneumatic control systems used for building heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems and equipment, including calibration of related instruments, gauges, and control components.
Inspect and conduct ongoing maintenance on building HVAC equipment to ensure proper operation of equipment and compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, and work safety.
Troubleshoot equipment failures and identify the best course of action for equipment modifications.
Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions.
Coordinate daily activities within Building Automation Systems ( Metasys) Work within the system to maintain operations.
Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
Impact a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team and other related teams.
Work within broad guidelines and policies.
Explain difficult or sensitive information.
What You’ll Need:
High School Diploma, GED, or trade school diploma with 4-5 years of job-related experience. In lieu of a diploma, a combination of experience and education will be considered. Prior shift manager or supervisory experience preferred.
Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs, and the ability to carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
Sophisticated math skills. Ability to calculate mildly complex figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
Why CBRE?

A culture of respect, integrity, service, and excellence crafts our approach to every opportunity!
We are guided by the needs of the cities we inhabit, the communities we build and the world we thrive in.
Most Admired Company #1 in real estate for third consecutive year; Ten years in a row on the list!
Forbes Named one of the best large employers in America and one of the World's Best Employers!

Benefits
Benefits start 1st of the month: Medical, dental vision, PTO, 401k, etc.
Internal advancement available after 6 month mark
Competitive Pay

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Vicinity Energy is North America’s largest provider of district energy solutions, offering low carbon energy to most of the iconic buildings you see in the skylines of Boston, Cambridge, Philadelphia, Baltimore and many other cities in the US. As a member of the communities we serve, all of us at Vicinity understand the critical role we play in reducing the impacts of climate change and being a leader in decarbonization. We are committed to net zero and eliminating our reliance on fossil fuels, but we need the best and the brightest minds on our team to help us reach our goal, not only for us as a company, but for our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Summary

The Lead Power Plant Technician is responsible for operating the combined cycle generating facility and power plant equipment with minimal guidance or assistance. The ideal candidate will keep management fully informed of plant operations, unusual conditions and faulty equipment. This is a full-time hourly position located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This position requires UWUA Local 369 Union membership and reports to the Operations Manager.

Responsibilities

Operate the combined cycle generating facility and power plant equipment with minimal guidance or assistance.
Keeps management fully informed of plant operations, unusual conditions, and faulty equipment.
Operate power plant equipment through control room interfaces or locally.
Takes readings and maintains records and logs.
Records equipment problems on work notifications/requests and documents maintenance actions taken.
Communicate and respond to all outside entities including but not limited to Commercial Operations, NStar, and ISO.
Assists in developing operating procedures.
Uses facility operating procedures to operate equipment and ensure equipment is operated within acceptable parameters.
Opens and closes valves as required for proper system operation and mechanical isolation.
Opens and closes circuit breakers up to 480 volts as required for proper system operation and electrical isolation.
Operate generator breakers manually, if required 115kV disconnects.
Assist in troubleshooting plant control systems.
Understands and complies with all regulatory procedures and facility safety programs. Follow all plant environmental permits.
Performs all duties defined in policies and procedures as assigned, not limited to but including lock-out/tag-out of equipment including responsibility as LOTO Authority, LOTO Holder, and/or Authorized Employee; confined space entry including taking responsibility as Confined Space Authority, Entrant, and/or Attendant.
Conducts and/or prepares and participates in job briefings, job safety analysis and contractor safety orientation.
Directs, plans, and coordinates the work of others.
All activities included under subordinate job classifications within roster.
Assists other Job Classifications as assigned when combined cycle major equipment and boilers are not in operation.
Coordinates with the Commercial Operations Station operation in satisfying market demands.
Coordinates activities requiring interface between on-site auxiliary boiler systems owned by others and the station.
Develops and submits internal incident reports as required.
Coordinates work activities and clearances in accordance with Policies and Procedures not limited to, but including Lock-Out/Tag-out, Confined Space, Hot Work Permits, etc.
Plans, schedules coordinates, and controls work sequences of shift operations and crafts.
Instructs and directs activities of other employees while ensuring compliance with company safety and environmental procedures and policies.
Oversees the activities of contracting crews.
Approves notifications input on-shift.
Conducts shift muster and job briefings with employees and contractors.
Fulfill requirements of and sign MA DPS Shift Log.
Dispatches and coordinates with maintenance activities when required.
This position works a rotating shift schedule.

Basic Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED.
Holds an active Massachusetts Second Class Engineer's License.
Holds an active Massachusetts Grade 2 Industrial Wastewater Treatment License.
Minimum of 6 years of experience operating equipment including gas turbines, steam turbines, generators, heat recovery steam generator, high pressure boilers, air compressors, water treatment equipment, and other auxiliary equipment.
Demonstrates knowledge of the relationship between plant operations and energy markets.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to read and interpret Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
Ability to instruct and direct activities of others.
Possess basic computer literacy.
Have a good safety record.

Physical Requirements

Must submit to a company provided physical and drug screening as part of the pre-employment screening process.
Standing, sitting, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, walking on uneven surfaces, and grating, working from elevated platforms, scaffolding or ladders, required to lift up to and including 50 pounds and maneuver up to and including 100 pounds.
Must qualify to wear a respirator.
Ability to tolerate confined spaces, including manholes and varying temperatures and weather conditions.
Exposed to temperature extremes, high noise level areas, high pressure steam lines, rotating equipment, and dusty/dirty environment.
Required to wear PPE such as hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT Vicinity North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.