Job Description

Reporting to: Director, ESG

Position Summary: This position is an integral part of CAPREIT's ESG group as the ESG Manager will be making important contributions to CAPREIT's growing commitment to world class ESG and climate-related performance. The ESG Manager will work closely with CAPREIT's ESG Director, as well as across the organization, to support all aspects of CAPREIT's ESG strategy integration and stakeholder engagement programs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead multiple ESG projects and initiatives through proposal, evaluation, planning, collaboration, data collection, analysis, implementation, and Collaborate with multiple departments and external consultants to develop these initiatives and prepare deliverables and progress reports.
• Manage and evaluate company-wide analysis of ESG KPIs, metrics, and progress toward targets using CAPREIT's data management platform(s).
• Support planning and evaluation of decarbonization targets, transition plans and communications as well as the implementation of energy, water, and waste performance improvement initiatives.
• Draft sustainability/ESG content and reports for internal and external stakeholders including engaging with other internal teams (e.g., Operations, HR, Marketing, Finance, etc.).
• Identify, gather, and analyze ESG data and prepare content for CAPREIT's annual ESG report and other public disclosure-related reports, ratings, and surveys following global standards (e.g., GRESB, GRI, SASB, TCFD, CDP, MSCI, Sustainalytics, ISS, etc.).
• Help create systems, formalize processes, and establish frameworks for ESG initiatives to increase transparency, accountability, and track performance.
• Design and facilitate working groups, workshops, and conference calls to support strategic planning, goal setting, and ESG metrics measurement and tracking.
• Manage innovative ESG integration projects to support CAPREIT's objectives.
• Develop of CAPREIT's ESG policies, guidelines, and best practices.
• Support the integration of ESG into CAPREIT's Risk Management information system.
• Plan and manage stakeholder engagement activities.
• Examine industry and best practice trends to apply insights that support internal processes and strategic direction.
• Other duties and project management assignments, as directed.

DESIRED COMPETENCIES:

Analytical Skills

• Ability to manage, manipulate, and analyze large data sets.
• Strong research, analytics, and critical-thinking skills.
• Superior ability to problem-solve creatively.
• Participate in continuous information exchange with internal and external resources and stakeholders.
• Interpret the outcome of analysts' reports related to ESG reporting frameworks, rating systems and disclosure requirements/standards for Canada and Europe.
• Clearly and accurately document and convey key findings, formally and informally, providing necessary supporting facts and analysis, and make appropriate recommendations.

Communication and Relationship Building

• Outstanding verbal and written communication and facilitation skills.
• Ability to identify, interpret and document relevant and accurate quantitative and qualitative data to provide well thought-out recommendations and produce insightful reports.
• Ability to make complex information digestible yet captivating, with proven capabilities in designing and facilitating workshops and meetings.
• Ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships and build trust with key stakeholders effectively and quickly.
• Personal resilience and flexibility; the ability to respond proactively to situations.
• Effectively influences and motivates others; establishing connection based on mutual trust, expertise, and honesty.
• Commitment to fostering collaborative relationships.

Organization and Planning

• Strong organization and planning skills.
• Sharp attention to detail plus in-depth, critical review skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously and proven ability to deliver results in a fast-paced
• Ability to manage time wisely and effectively prioritize multiple complex tasks.
• Looks for efficiencies in the department's activities and where appropriate, identifies the relevant data sources and technology to streamline team efforts.
• Ability to work in a fluid environment that involves managing varied responsibilities and multiple priorities with a flexibility and willingness to reorganize department activities.

Professional Requirements

• 5-7 years of relevant work experience in the sustainability sector.
• University degree in sustainability management, business/commerce, finance, or other relevant disciplines with a basic knowledge of the investment, consulting and/or commercial real estate industry.
• A post-secondary degree in a related field (i.e., sustainability, environmental science).
• Experience with global reporting frameworks such as GRI, SASB, TCFD and/or GRESB.
• Advanced knowledge of corporate governance, social, and environmental issues, preference for climate change expertise.
• Experience with building-level energy conservation measures, measurement, and results reporting and general knowledge of energy management, energy audits, and decarbonization planning for buildings would be valued.
• Exposure to low-carbon technologies, renewable energy technologies, smart building technologies, carbon offsetting, and RECs.
• A good understanding of BOMA BEST, LEED, WELL, FitWel, and/or the Zero Carbon Building Standard.
• LEED AP, Certified Energy Manager (CEM), CMVP, or other relevant credentials would be an asset.
• Demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability and active interest in emerging ESG trends.
• High level of competency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• French language skills would be an asset.