Global Sustainability Coordinator

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Position Summary 

The Global Sustainability Coordinator reports directly to the Global Sustainable Operations Integration & Strategy Lead. This role provides critical operational support to a fast-paced, global team managing a marquee client's aggressive sustainability portfolio, including decarbonization, water management, and energy cost optimization. You will bridge the gap between facility operations and data-driven sustainability, executing tasks that ensure the integrity of global performance metrics and the efficiency of operational workflows. This role is designed for a technically inclined professional seeking to grow their expertise in facilities operations, carbon management, sustainability systems, and continuous improvement methodologies within a high-impact environment.

Program Support & Coordination

• Provide administrative support for global sustainability initiatives under direct supervision of senior staff members

• Under guidance, support the creation, maintenance, and update of program documents

• Maintain tracking records for the lifecycle of assigned initiatives under supervision

• Coordinate a global carbon management program, focusing on refrigerant management and operational energy conservation programs among cross-functional teams including HVAC, sustainability, and technology functions

• Support regions by maintaining tracking systems (energy, water, waste, emissions) and compiling data from JLL and client platforms (e.g., utility data platform, refrigerants management data system), and preparing basic status reports under guidance

• Assist in organizing and documenting technology-focused improvement sprints, helping coordinate stakeholders and track action items to support operational efficiency gains

Communication & Meeting Support

• Collect and document stakeholder feedback to inform project design and prioritization

• Coordinate logistics for governance meetings, decision-making routines, newsletters and other communications

• Draft basic program updates and status reports using provided templates

• Support communication strategies by collecting, formatting and distributing program materials as directed

Resource and Team Collaboration Support

• Support continuous improvement efforts by helping document process workflows, track improvement metrics, and organize materials for process optimization reviews

• Maintain records of necessary resources (people, technology, partners) and monitor resource utilization across a wide range of global strategic activities for the account

• Help maintain a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team

Required Skills & Experience

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree highly preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience

• 2-3 years of professional experience in an administrative, coordination, or project support role, preferably within sustainability, real estate, manufacturing, construction, operations, or a related field

• Experience in administrative or coordination roles supporting projects

• Experience supporting complex, data-driven, and cross-functional projects

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team under supervision

• Ability to coordinate different groups to achieve objectives

• Familiarity with data entry, tracking, and basic reporting in digital platforms for project and data management

• Proficiency in tracking performance metrics and managing project timelines

• Ability to follow direction, seek clarification when needed, and execute tasks with attention to detail

• Demonstrated interest or foundational experience in building systems (HVAC/MEP), utility data analysis, or carbon management, with a strong desire to apply technical/analytical skills to drive sustainability and carbon-reduction outcomes

• Exposure to or interest in continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, Agile/Sprint frameworks) with ability to support process documentation and improvement tracking activities

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Estimated compensation for this position:

87,100.00 – 114,400.00 USD per year

This range is an estimate and actual compensation may differ. Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site –Austin, TX, Houston, TX, Las Vegas, NV, Madison, WI, Sunnyvale, CA, Tucson, AZ, Tulsa, OK

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements.  We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary 

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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