Sustainability Lead - Building Consulting

Sustainability & Business Development Leader – Consultancy
Spearhead growth, strategy and hands on delivery
Sydney or Melbourne CBD locations
Are you a visionary leader ready to drive impactful change in the built environment? CBRE, the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, is seeking a dynamic Sustainability Lead to spearhead growth, strategy, and hands-on delivery within our thriving Pacific consultancy team. This pivotal role is perfect for an experienced professional who excels at balancing strategic oversight with robust business development and project execution.
The Opportunity
Based in our vibrant Sydney or Melbourne CBD offices, you will be instrumental in expanding our growing Sustainability division across the Pacific region. This is more than a leadership role; it’s an opportunity to shape the future of sustainable real estate, leveraging your expertise in engineering or sustainability to deliver exceptional client outcomes and cultivate new business.

Key Responsibilities Include:
Strategic Leadership & Growth : Drive national growth for the Sustainability division, managing P&L responsibilities, and identifying & securing both new and existing business development opportunities.
Client Engagement & Solutions : Partner with key clients to deliver critical ESG Due Diligence reporting, comprehensive Energy and Water Audits, and cutting-edge Net Zero Carbon Reporting for diverse assets and portfolios.
Expert Advisory : Provide high-level technical advice and innovative strategies, enabling clients to meet and exceed their sustainability goals.
Team & Project Management : Balance strategic direction, active business development, and hands-on project delivery, while fostering a high-performing team environment.
Market Influence : Position CBRE as the leading sustainability authority in the commercial real estate sector, expanding our footprint and thought leadership.

We're Looking For Someone Who Has:
Tertiary qualifications in Engineering, Sustainability, or a related field.
Demonstrated senior leadership experience within the ESG building sector, with a proven track record in successful business development and client acquisition.
Extensive expertise in assessing building performance from a sustainability perspective.
A results-oriented and collaborative approach, underpinned by CBRE’s core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence.
What’s in it for You?
Join a global leader where your career can truly flourish.
Accelerated Career Growth : Take the definitive next step into a Pacific Director level role within Sustainability Consultancy. Dynamic & Rewarding Work : Enjoy a leading role that perfectly blends hands-on consultancy, strategic team management, and significant business development. Exceptional Rewards : Benefit from flexible working arrangements, a highly competitive remuneration package, and a profit-sharing opportunity. Industry Recognition : Join an organization proudly recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed employer and one of WORK180’s Top employers in 2025, reflecting our commitment to diversity and inclusion. Outstanding Parental Leave : Access industry-leading parental leave including 14 weeks paid primary carer leave, a ‘one-month return to work bonus’ for primary carers, and 4 weeks paid secondary carer’s leave. Exclusive Perks : Enjoy discounted Qantas flights & Bupa healthcare, a Fitness Passport, comprehensive Wellbeing program, and 2 paid volunteer days annually.
Why CBRE
When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service, and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and skillsets of our people.
At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.
Applicant AI Use Disclosure
We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.
Please note the successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment background screening by our external third-party provider.
We look forward to hearing from you! #WeAreCBRE