Utilities Specialist at CBRE Excellerate

About the role

• We are seeking an experienced professional to lead and oversee the delivery of Utilities Specialist services across multiple client accounts within our Utilities and Portfolio Services divisions.
• In this role, you will be responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating all operational functions to ensure seamless and high-quality service delivery.
• A key focus will be on building strong partnerships and maintaining effective relationships with senior leaders—both internally and within client organizations—to support integrated, cohesive, and client-focused outcomes.

CBRE Excellerate is committed to striving for diversity and equitable representation in our workforce. Preference may thus be given to suitably qualified candidates as identified in our employment equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

What you will bring

Inherent requirements for the role:

• A bachelor's degree in business studies/Renewable and Sustainable Energy Studies/Technology.
• A minimum of Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification and/or relevant training.
• At least 5 years of experience in the utilities technical field.
• Solid understanding of South African municipal procedures and accounting practices.
• In-depth knowledge of Eskom and municipal tariffs, bylaws, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in compiling greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories, carbon foot printing, or conducting carbon audits.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Excel, and working knowledge of Outlook and Word.

Additional demonstrable requirements:

• Strong data analysis and reporting capabilities, particularly in the context of utilities and sustainability metrics.
• Strong communication and influencing skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational abilities.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Financial and business acumen with a keen attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.

What you will be doing

• Proactively identify opportunities for utilities cost savings and recovery optimization across client accounts.
• Manage the analysis and reporting of technical data provided by the Accounts Payable team to ensure accurate monthly reporting, anomaly detection, and ESG compliance.
• Collaborate with Utilities Managers, Financial Controllers, Council Liaison Teams, and the Energy & Sustainability team to plan, coordinate, and oversee the implementation and tracking of optimization projects.
• Maintain detailed benefit tracking for all identified utilities optimization initiatives.
• Develop and improve systems, processes, and reporting mechanisms to support client-specific utilities service level agreements (SLAs).
• Assist in defining user system specifications and lead the development, management, and troubleshooting of systems to eliminate inefficiencies and reduce duplication of effort.
• Identify training needs and deliver training sessions to ensure effective use of systems and adherence to best practices.
• Support the preparation of budgeting and forecasting for metered utility recoveries.
• Lead and manage teams responsible for utility recovery processes within the Portfolio Services division.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with municipal creditors and internal teams, providing regular updates on tariffs, municipal bylaws, and account information.

Closing Date 20 July 2026