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Penske

Sustainability Project Manager

Reading, PA · On-site

We are seeking a highly motivated Sustainability & Energy Project Manager to support and execute strategic energy, renewable, and sustainability initiatives across our organization. This role will be ...

Penske

Sustainability Project Manager

Reading, PA · On-site

We are seeking a highly motivated Sustainability & Energy Project Manager to support and execute strategic energy, renewable, and sustainability initiatives across our organization. This role will be ...

Penske

Sustainability Project Manager

Reading, PA

We are seeking a highly motivated Sustainability & Energy Project Manager to support and execute strategic energy, renewable, and sustainability initiatives across our organization. This role will be ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for energy sustainability project manager in the United States is $95,333.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,000.00 and $117,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Energy Sustainability Project Manager vs Renewable Energy Project Coordinator?

AspectEnergy Sustainability Project ManagerRenewable Energy Project Coordinator
CredentialsRelevant certifications (e.g., LEED, PMP), degree in engineering or environmental scienceSimilar certifications, degree in environmental science, engineering, or related fields
Work EnvironmentManage projects, coordinate teams, oversee sustainability initiativesAssist in project planning, support renewable energy installations, coordinate logistics
Employer & IndustryUtilities, government agencies, consulting firms focused on sustainabilityRenewable energy companies, contractors, project developers

The main difference is that the Energy Sustainability Project Manager oversees overall sustainability projects, including energy efficiency and environmental impact, while the Renewable Energy Project Coordinator focuses specifically on renewable energy projects like solar or wind installations. Both roles require similar credentials and often work within the same industry sectors, but their scope and responsibilities differ.

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Infographic showing various Energy Sustainability Project Manager job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,333 per year, or $45.8 per hour.

Sustainability Project Manager

Reading, PA • On-site

Penske
Automobile Dealers • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Penske Corporation rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 80 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated Sustainability & Energy Project Manager to support and execute strategic energy, renewable, and sustainability initiatives across our organization. This role will be responsible for planning, managing, and delivering projects that improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, and support corporate sustainability goals. The ideal candidate combines strong project management expertise with technical knowledge of renewable energy systems, building performance, sustainability reporting, and financial analysis.
This individual will work cross-functionally with facilities, real estate, fuels, finance, procurement, operations, and executive leadership to identify opportunities, manage project execution, and measure business and environmental outcomes.
 
This position is based out of our Corporate Headquarters in Reading, PA and candidates must be able to work on site 4 days per week and 1 day of work from home per week. 

 
Major Responsibilities:
Support the planning, development, and implementation of renewable energy projects, including onsite solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, battery storage, and other clean energy initiatives.
Support solar development activities, including site assessments, feasibility studies, permitting support, vendor coordination, and project execution, project management.
Help with evaluating and negotiating Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), Energy Service Agreements (ESAs), and other renewable energy procurement strategies.
Identify and manage building energy efficiency projects, including HVAC optimization, lighting upgrades, building automation systems, electrification initiatives, and energy conservation measures.
Develop project business cases including capital investment estimates, lifecycle cost analysis, ROI, NPV, payback period, and total cost of ownership.
Support LEED certification, green building initiatives, and sustainable construction projects.
Coordinate sustainability reporting and disclosure programs, including greenhouse gas (GHG) inventories, ESG reporting, CDP, Ecovadis, and other sustainability frameworks.
Support waste management programs - identify opportunities to reduce and divert waste and help develop a comprehensive waste management plan and metrics
Support grant and funding initiatives - help manage Penske grant management programs across the US
Develop, monitor, and report sustainability KPIs, energy metrics, carbon reduction targets, and executive dashboards.
Collaborate with utility providers, engineering consultants, contractors, and government agencies on incentive programs, rebates, and grants.
Utilize AI-powered analytics and project management technologies to improve project planning, forecasting, reporting, and operational efficiency.
Manage project schedules, budgets, risks, procurement, and stakeholder communications from initiation through completion.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, energy codes, and corporate sustainability standards.
Continuously evaluate emerging clean energy technologies and recommend innovative solutions that improve operational and financial performance.
Other projects and tasks as assigned.
 
 
About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions
Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Sustainability, Environmental Science, Energy Management, Construction Management, Business, or a related discipline.
5+ years of experience managing sustainability, renewable energy, energy efficiency, or capital improvement projects.
Demonstrated experience managing commercial or industrial solar energy projects.
Strong understanding of renewable energy technologies, energy markets, utility programs, and building systems.
Experience with LEED certification requirements and sustainable building practices.
Knowledge of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), renewable energy procurement, and utility interconnection processes.
Experience performing financial modeling, ROI analysis, capital planning, and project cost estimation.
Familiarity with ESG reporting, sustainability disclosures, carbon accounting, and environmental performance metrics.
Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities.
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
Willingness to travel up to 40% of the time, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required.
 
Preferred Qualifications:
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP).
Certified Energy Manager (CEM).
Experience with energy modeling and utility incentive programs.
Knowledge of ISO 14001, ISO 50001, or similar sustainability management systems. 

 
Physical Requirements:
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.
While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

 
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 
 
 

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When you join Penske, you're joining a team that cares about doing its best. At each location, there's a strong sense of teamwork. We're all working together to move our customers forward. That's true for the 11,000+ vehicle repair associates who are working at hundreds of locations across the United States. Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P., headquartered in Reading, Pennsylvania, is a partnership of Penske Corporation, Penske Automotive Group and Mitsui & Co., Ltd. A leading global transportation services provider, Penske operates a premier fleet of vehicles and serves its customers from locations in North America, South America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. Penske's product lines include full-service truck leasing, contract maintenance, commercial and consumer truck rentals, used truck sales, transportation and warehousing management and supply chain management solutions. Visit www.GoPenske.com to learn more.

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Automobile dealers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Bloomfield Hills, MI, US

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