National Operations Analyst

Location

Brookfield Chicago - 350 N Orleans Street, Suite 300

Business

At Brookfield Properties, we believe retail should be anything but typical. It’s why we’re integrating shopping, dining, entertainment, and more to reimagine retail experiences everywhere. Because for us, retail isn’t just about managing properties or redeveloping malls. It’s about creating inspiring spaces that draw consumers in. It’s about helping our tenants build their brand in a big way. It’s about contributing to our communities. And, more than anything, it’s about bringing people together.

If you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.

Job Description

Position Summary

The National Operations Analyst will play a key role in supporting the management of energy, sustainability, and operations initiatives for properties across the U.S. This includes contributing to the ongoing optimization and maintenance of Energy Management Systems (EMS) and collaborating with field employees to identify opportunities for enhancing efficiency and reducing overall operating costs resulting in added value to the portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multiple cross-functional teams to facilitate the achievement of the company’s energy and sustainability goals.  

• Generate monthly key performance indicator (KPI) reports, conduct thorough utility data analysis, investigate irregularities, and work closely with field teams and utility bill processing vendors to troubleshoot and resolve EMS and other utility-related issues.

• Monitor solar energy production and associated maintenance activities through consistent tracking and reporting to ensure optimal performance across the portfolio of solar installations. 

• Contribute to the development, implementation, review and tracking of lighting and other energy efficiency projects throughout portfolio, including data collection, analysis, and implementation of new solar and battery electric storage system installations.

• Gather, organize, and analyze utility and infrastructure data, including information from HVAC equipment, roofing, paving, and lighting systems, to support ongoing forecasting, budgeting, reporting, and variance analysis.

• Collaborate with ESG director to ensure alignment of policy, strategy and data collection in support of Brookfield’s Net-Zero Commitment strategy and progress toward broader ESG goals.

• Support ESG reporting initiatives for various stakeholders including external benchmarking, joint venture partners, and tenants).

• Assist in the creation of energy savings policies and procedures for the portfolio and support training and ongoing educational efforts related to National Operations initiatives.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications           

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, environmental science, sustainability, environmental engineering, or a related field preferred.

• Minimum of 1 year of related experience required.

• Demonstrated understanding of building utilities, including energy-consuming systems such as lighting, heating, cooling, motors, and IT equipment.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with a strong emphasis on Excel, and general computer skills required.

• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret and validate data through detailed scrubbing, and effectively communicate findings to team members and stakeholders.

• Self-motivated and disciplined, with excellent organizational skills to meet recurring monthly and quarterly reporting deadlines.

• Collaborative team player who works effectively in group settings and contributes to shared goals.

• Demonstrated willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic work environment, including the ability to learn new technologies.

• Familiarity with technology, products and trends that enhance energy efficiency is a plus. 

• Experience with energy management systems or solar power is a plus.

Travel

• Minimal travel may be required (less than 5%).

Compensation

Benefit Information

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental and Vision beginning day 1
• 401(k) Company matching
• 401(k) Vests on Day 1
• Career development programs
• Charitable donation matching
• Generous paid time off (i.e., vacation, personal holidays, paid sick time)
• Paid Volunteer Hours
• Paid Parental Leave
• Family planning assistance including IVF, surrogacy, and adoption options
• Wellness and mental health resources
• Pet insurance offering
• Childcare Assistance
• Commuter benefits
• A culture on our values of Act with Integrity, Build Mutual Trust, Take Initiative and Win Together.

We are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.

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