Energy and Sustainability Manager

DRS is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Energy and Sustainability Manager to lead our client organization’s initiatives in achieving energy efficiency, sustainability goals, and environmental compliance in Eastern European and South Caucasus countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive skill set, combining technical expertise with project management and business development acumen.

Responsibilities:

Communication: Effectively communicate sustainability goals, initiatives, and achievements to internal and external stakeholders.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainability practices into organizational culture.

Management: Oversee the development and implementation of comprehensive energy and sustainability strategies.
Manage a team of professionals, providing guidance and support in achieving sustainability objectives.

Leadership: Provide visionary leadership in driving sustainability initiatives and fostering a culture of environmental responsibility.
Engage and inspire team members and stakeholders to actively participate in sustainability programs.

Greenhouse Gas: Develop and implement strategies to monitor and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry best practices related to greenhouse gas reduction.

Energy Consumption: Analyze energy consumption patterns and identify opportunities for optimization and reduction.
Implement energy-efficient technologies and practices to minimize overall energy consumption.

Program Implementation: Lead the planning and execution of sustainability programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, making data-driven adjustments as necessary.

Regulatory Compliance: Stay informed about environmental regulations and ensure organizational compliance.
Collaborate with regulatory bodies to maintain adherence to sustainability standards.

Data Analysis: Utilize data analysis tools to assess energy usage trends and identify areas for improvement.
Generate reports and present actionable insights to support decision-making.

Renewable Energy: Drive the integration of renewable energy sources into the organization’s energy portfolio.
Evaluate and implement renewable energy projects to reduce the carbon footprint.

Business Development: Identify and pursue business opportunities related to sustainability and energy efficiency.
Collaborate with external partners to expand the company’s presence in the sustainable energy sector.

Energy Audits: Conduct comprehensive energy audits to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
Work closely with internal teams to implement audit recommendations.

Carbon Footprint Reduction: Develop and implement strategies to measure and reduce the organization’s carbon footprint.
Educate and engage employees in carbon reduction initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business, or related field.
• Proven experience in energy and sustainability management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively convey sustainability goals and achievements to diverse stakeholders.
• Collaborative approach to work with cross-functional teams.
• Extensive experience in developing and implementing energy and sustainability strategies.
• Proven track record in managing teams, providing guidance, and achieving sustainability objectives.
• Visionary leadership with a focus on driving sustainability initiatives.
• In-depth knowledge of strategies to monitor and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
• Strong analytical skills to analyze energy consumption patterns.
• Experience in implementing energy-efficient technologies and practices.
• Monitoring and evaluating program effectiveness, making data-driven adjustments as needed.
• Thorough understanding of environmental regulations.
• Proven ability to ensure organizational compliance and collaborate with regulatory bodies.
• Proficiency in using data analysis tools to assess energy usage trends.
• Demonstrated expertise in integrating renewable energy sources into an organization’s portfolio.
• Experience in evaluating and implementing renewable energy projects.
• Extensive experience in conducting comprehensive energy audits.
• Collaborative approach in working with internal teams to implement audit recommendations.
• Familiarity with renewable energy technologies.
• Demonstrated success in program implementation and business development.