Asset & Energy Operations Manager

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Are you passionate about optimizing building performance while driving sustainability? We're looking for an Asset & Energy Operations Manager to join our Workplace Management team!

Location:

Greater London with equal split envisaged between our flagship sites in Hammersmith, London Bridge and Oxford St

The Asset and Energy Operations Manager will be responsible for driving the strategic optimisation of energy and building performance across two iconic London developments. This role combines robust technical expertise with a passion for sustainability, aiming to ensure that both properties remain at the forefront of operational excellence, energy efficiency, and environmental certification compliance.

Reporting into senior leadership and working collaboratively with stakeholders across the WPM UKI / JLL enterprise and external clients, the role will play a pivotal part in aligning each property’s operations with BREEAM In-Use, NABERS UK, and the forthcoming UK Net Zero Carbon Building Standard (2025).

• Lead strategic asset and energy management for both clients.
• Develop and implement site-specific energy optimisation strategies that reduce operational carbon and improve building performance.
• Ensure compliance with current and future green building certifications and sustainability frameworks.
• Develop and implement metering strategies and reporting schedules in line with the service charge to enable accurate reflection and billing of all energy consumption around the estates.
• Collaborate closely with WPM UKI / JLL teams, contractors, consultants, and occupiers to deliver energy and sustainability goals.
• Act as the primary technical advisor on building performance, lifecycle asset planning, and infrastructure optimisation.
• Support sustainability-related reporting, initiatives, and audits for both client and internal stakeholders.

• Deliver and manage energy optimisation strategies and action plans for both sites.
• Monitor, analyse, and report on building performance using CAFM, BMS, EMS, and metering platforms, identifying areas for efficiency improvements.
• Lead or support re-certification processes for BREEAM In-Use and NABERS UK as required.
• Prepare buildings for future compliance with the UK Net Zero Carbon Standard, due late 2025.
• Oversee delivery of technical energy and sustainability projects (e.g. plant upgrades, HVAC improvements, decarbonization pathways).
• Engage with occupiers and service partners to promote best practices in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.
• Review building usage and occupancy to ensure BMS and plant are optimised in line with actual requirements and demonstrate reduction in consumption and emissions.
• Support capital planning and lifecycle analysis to ensure long‑term asset performance and cost‑effective operation.
• Identify and implement digital tools and platforms to enhance energy management and operational insights.
• Collaborate with sustainability teams to feed into reporting frameworks such as GRESB and client‑specific KPIs.
• Stay up to date on legislative and market developments relevant to energy, sustainability, and building standards.

The behavioural competencies expected of an Asset and Energy Operations Manager within the Work Dynamics sector of JLL include strong leadership, effective communication, collaboration, adaptability, strategic thinking, and a commitment to continuous improvement and compliance. These competencies are essential for managing teams, driving operational excellence, ensuring compliance, and achieving organisational goals in asset and energy management.

Leadership
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Asset and Energy Operations Managers are expected to guide and direct teams, foster collaboration, and create an environment that supports teamwork, performance excellence, and personal success. Leading by example is critical to drive a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement, and Managers should ensure teams see these traits in them.

Communication
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Effective communication is crucial. Managers must be able to communicate with all levels of the…