Sustainability Project Manager

Energy & Sustainability Manager - Engineering and Property Services

Location: Limerick, Ireland

Duration: 12 months

Hours: 40 hours per week

Hybrid / remote: Mostly remote but will require occasional travel to the office

Imagine your next project as an Energy & Sustainability Manager, working at the forefront of cutting edge work and technology with one of the leading Pharmaceutical companies in the world! 

At Engineering & Property Services (E&PS) we take care of all J&J buildings around the world providing end to end services from Real Estate, Engineering & Strategic Project Delivery to Facilities Management. We have a profound influence on the entire J&J Enterprise, providing innovative workplaces where our employees can collaborate and grow, and delivering flexible site solutions which enable our business to best serve our important customers and patients.

roles and responsibilities

The Sr Manager, Energy & Sustainability is accountable for developing climate-friendly policies, conducting outreach, administering energy efficiency / clean energy programs, and achieving sustainability / energy performance ratings to reduce risk and deliver savings while improving climate. This position includes conducting industry benchmarking for energy and water efficiency, on-site clean energy use, and a low carbon value chain.

This role is responsible for analytics, benchmarking, and budgeting to support energy and conservation initiatives throughout the entire facilities portfolio. This will involve: 

• Collaborate with Energy & Conservation Director to determine short- and long-range goals and objectives for the program and establish program priorities, milestones, and deadlines

• Support development and deployment of policies, standards, and strategy globally for energy and conservation (E&C) including: 

  • Climate-friendly policies and outreach

  • Energy and water efficiency and clean energy

  • Sustainability energy performance ratings

• Manage development and implementation of E&C operations to align with overall business objectives

• Serve as expert in organizing large / complex energy and conservation design initiatives

• Govern energy management systems on regional (local) basis 

• Ensure effective technologies are incorporated into E&C design standards

• Facilitate energy procurement process in region inclusive of clean energy options  

• Responsible for horizon scanning and energy related regulatory needs in region (i.e. EPA or EU ETS).

• Participate in regional peer groups and government/non-government organizations to represent JnJ

• Develop and vet new technologies in region

• Develop improvements for construction and major renovation projects through evaluation of energy and sustainable design technologies and strategies

• Manage supplier selection and contract negotiations for key energy and conservation initiatives, in coordination with Procurement and the Services Strategy and Governance team

• Establish effective communication with vendors to ensure product, service and quality standards

• Manage data collection and analytics to measure performance against energy, water efficiency, and clean energy goals in coordination with the FM Performance Management Specialist

• Conduct industry benchmarking for energy and water efficiency, on-site clean energy use, and a low carbon value chain

• Collaborate with regional Global Workstreams leadership and regional FM operations organization to manage energy and conservation-related nuances among region to ensure successful program implementation and management

• Partner with Global Workstreams and EHS&S to deliver J&J Citizenship and Sustainability program goals  

• Develop local programs and rollout methodology to implement FM Energy & Conservation initiatives in region

• Provide consulting and coaching service to sites in region on executing energy and conservation initiatives 

• Develop projects for the Make organization related to energy and conservation goals and strategy

• Evaluate effectiveness and impact of energy and conservation programs on facilities and systems

• Act as SPOC for sustainability initiatives that are all encompassing of or unique to an individual J&J business segment

how to succeed

An ideal candidate for this role will have demonstrated experience in facilities and energy and conservation along with executing strategy within a robust, mission driven, and largely outsourced facilities organization across supply chain and non-supply chain sites. You will also bring:

Preferred:

• Focused degree in Business, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or related discipline 

• University / Bachelor's degree or equivalent 

Required:

• Minimum of 10 years of related experience 

• Experience in facility management, financial management, OR energy management / sustainability management 

• Strong business acumen and relationship building skills 

• The ability to effectively partner and deliver results in a matrixed environment

• The ability to adapt emerging best practices and industry innovations to facilities management 

• Strong project management skills, proven organization, coordination and action tracking skills

• Ability to function effectively and multitask when presented with tight deadlines

• Computer skills, including working knowledge of MS Office Suite

Preferred:

• Familiarity within the facilities environment

• Experience managing contracts related to large-scale energy facilities 

• Experience building strategic relationships with internal and external project partners and stakeholders

• Experience and success managing energy projects in diverse regulatory environments

• Experience managing complex E&C work streams, specifically across geographically dispersed teams 

• Certified Energy Manager (CEM from AEE), or Lighting Certified (LC through NCQLP) or equivalent industry certification 

• Global experience

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Knowledge related to design or engineering fields (civil, electrical, plumbing, mechanical) as well as landscape, architectural, and / or interior design

details

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. 

This contract will run until the end of 2024, covering maternity leave and preferably will be an immediate start (within 4 weeks).

This position will require up to 10% - 15% travel

you are welcome here

J&J is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about Johnson & Johnson

Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 130 years. As a skilled contractor, you’ll play a key part in the thinking, strategy, dynamism - and impact - of this iconic global healthcare company as they touch the lives of nearly a billion people every day. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at Johnson & Johnson

application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email. The pay rate for this role will depend on how you are paid. PAYE, LTD & Umbrella options are available. 

questions

If you would like some additional information about the role please contact: simone.strong@randstadsourceright.co.uk

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.