ESG Manager

AECOM is seeking an ESG Manager in the Philippines to lead ESG programs for Corporate Real Estate, focusing on sustainability and governance goals. Responsibilities include setting targets for energy and waste reduction, managing ESG data reporting, collaborating with various teams to integrate ESG principles, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role requires a relevant degree, 5+ years of experience in sustainability or ESG, and strong communication skills.
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Job DescriptionDevelop and lead the execution of ESG programs for Corporate Real Estate, ensuring alignment with enterprise sustainability and governance goals.

Establish measurable targets for energy, water, and waste reduction across the real estate portfolio, and oversee progress toward achievement.

Drive initiatives that advance carbon neutrality and improve overall workplace sustainability.

Manage ESG data collection and reporting for corporate real estate (GHG emissions, energy intensity, LEED/WELL certifications, etc.).Ensure accuracy, transparency, and consistency of data used for enterprise ESG disclosures and frameworks such as CDP, GRESB, and SASB.

Develop and maintain dashboards and KPIs to monitor progress against sustainability goals.

Collaborate with landlords, service providers, and design/construction teams to integrate ESG principles into new projects and existing operations.

Champion supplier diversity initiatives and sustainable procurement practices.

Partner with HR and Communications to drive employee engagement around sustainable workplace behaviors.

Support programs that enhance employee well-being (WELL, Fitwel, or similar standards).

Ensure compliance with ESG-related regulations, certifications, and internal governance policies.

Advise on ESG risks and opportunities within the real estate portfolio.

Recommend cross-functional and cross-regional process alignment and standardizations within functional accountability

Plan and develop multiple short to medium term projects and contribute to long term initiatives planning. Lead moderate to complex projects as required by the business.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Real Estate, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred

5+ years of experience in sustainability, ESG, or corporate real estate, with proven project leadership experience

Strong knowledge of ESG reporting frameworks (CDP, GRESB, SASB, GRI, TCFD)

Experience managing data collection and reporting tools for sustainability/ESG metrics

Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills

Ability to influence across business units and engage executives with data-driven insights

Professional accreditation (LEED AP, WELL AP, Fitwel Ambassador, ISSP, or similar) is preferred

Experience with energy management, renewable energy procurement, or carbon accounting is preferred

Familiarity with workplace wellness programs and green building certifications is an advantage

Knowledge of supplier diversity and governance best practices is an advantage

Experience working within a global real estate portfolio is a plus

Must be willing to work night shift and hybrid (2-3 days per week)

Attributes:

Ability to translate strategies and goals into actionable plans and measurable results. (Strategic Decision Making)

Ability to drive to create experiences and opportunities that will lead to innovation. Ability to guide and influence other to navigate change. (Leading Change)

Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with various internal and external customers globally. Ability to promote a culture of honest, open, and transparent communication. (Communication)Ability to maintain a high level of collaboration among multiple internal and external stakeholders to effectively arrive at solutions and develop initiatives.

(Collaboration)Ability to identify and resolve varied and complex issues by applying best practices and technical expertise and has the ability to derive, develop, and recommend solutions for recurring and unique scenarios.

(Problem Solving)Ability to gather, integrate, validate, and analyze wide range of relevant data to develop and communicat