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How much do remote building energy efficiency jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote building energy efficiency in the United States is $98,146.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,000.00 and $120,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Building Energy Efficiency Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Building Energy Efficiency Specialist, you need a strong background in building science, energy analysis, and sustainability, often supported by a relevant degree or certification such as LEED or CEM. Proficiency in energy modeling software (like eQUEST or EnergyPlus), data analysis tools, and remote monitoring systems is essential. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail help professionals effectively collaborate with clients and translate technical findings into actionable recommendations. These skills are crucial for delivering cost-effective, sustainable solutions that optimize building performance and meet regulatory standards.

How does a Remote Building Energy Efficiency specialist typically collaborate with on-site facility teams?

Remote Building Energy Efficiency specialists frequently work with on-site facility managers, maintenance staff, and sometimes external contractors. Using digital tools, they analyze building performance data, recommend energy-saving measures, and guide implementation remotely. Effective communication and clear documentation are essential, as remote specialists must ensure that their recommendations are understood and properly executed on location. Regular virtual meetings and progress tracking help bridge the distance and maintain alignment with local teams.

What is a Remote Building Energy Efficiency specialist?

A Remote Building Energy Efficiency specialist is a professional who analyzes and optimizes the energy use of buildings from a remote location. Using digital tools, data analytics, and building management systems, they identify areas for energy savings, recommend improvements, and sometimes monitor the implementation of energy-saving measures. Their work helps organizations reduce energy consumption, lower utility costs, and meet sustainability goals without needing to be physically present on site. These specialists may work for consulting firms, building management companies, or as independent contractors.

What is the difference between Remote Building Energy Efficiency vs Remote Building Automation Specialist?

AspectRemote Building Energy EfficiencyRemote Building Automation Specialist
CertificationsLEED, BEMP, ENERGY STARCCNA, BACnet, Niagara
Work EnvironmentDesigning energy-saving strategies, analyzing data remotelyConfiguring and troubleshooting building control systems remotely
Industry UsageEnergy consulting, sustainability firmsHVAC, control system providers

Remote Building Energy Efficiency professionals focus on optimizing energy use through data analysis and strategy development, often working remotely with clients or data. In contrast, Remote Building Automation Specialists configure and troubleshoot building control systems remotely, ensuring systems operate efficiently. Both roles require technical certifications and are integral to modern building management, but they differ in daily tasks and focus areas.

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Infographic showing various Remote Building Energy Efficiency job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, 34% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,146 per year, or $47.2 per hour.
Subregional Energy Efficiency Manager

Subregional Energy Efficiency Manager

Digital Realty

Dallas, TX • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago


Digital Realty rating

9.3

Company rating: 9.3 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 203 rated it services


Job description

Subregional Energy Efficiency Manager (Remote)

Your Role

The Subregional Energy Efficiency Manager (SEEM) plays a critical role in optimizing energy and water efficiency across Digital Realty data center operations within the subregion. Acting as the operational link between corporate sustainability strategy and site-level execution, this role drives measurable improvements in energy performance, supports cost-efficient energy planning, and ensures regulatory compliance while partnering closely with operations, engineering, finance, and customer-facing teams.


What you'll do

  • Oversee and manage all aspects of subregional energy and water utility usage across data center operations.
  • Lead the implementation of energy and water efficiency strategies, including initiatives to improve PUE and WUE.
  • Track, forecast, and analyze energy usage, capacity, efficiency metrics, and costs from a postsales perspective, including scenario and sensitivity analyses.
  • Monitor energy consumption data and implement global initiatives to reduce energy use and improve efficiency.
  • Ensure accurate collection, validation, approval, and reporting of energy, capacity, metering, and PUE data in line with global standards.
  • Partner with Site Operations, Engineering, DE&C, Solution Engineering, Finance, and Customer Success to support energy planning, billing, and customer usage insights.
  • Serve as the primary operational point of contact for energy and infrastructure metering, including monitoring customer overconsumption and escalation where required.
  • Provide regular and ondemand energy reporting, including monthly and annual summaries, and approve all energy and PUE reports.
  • Support compliance with subregional and local energy regulations, ISO 50001 requirements, audits, and internal energy reviews.
  • Lead energy efficiency projects through completion, manage external consultants where applicable, and stay current on industry best practices and emerging technologies.

What you'll need

  • 7+ years of experience in missioncritical mechanical and electrical environments, preferably within data centres, IT, or telecoms.
  • Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering discipline, with several years' experience in energy management, sustainability, or environmental engineering.
  • Strong knowledge of data centre infrastructure, including UPS systems, generators, cooling systems, and energy metering concepts.
  • Experience with energy monitoring, management, and reporting platforms, and the ability to interpret energy data accurately.
  • Proven analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable operational and financial insights.
  • Ability to read and work with electrical and mechanical diagrams.
  • Demonstrated project management skills, including leading crossfunctional initiatives and managing change.
  • Strong communication skills, including the ability to present technical and analytical information to diverse audiences.
  • Leadership and peoplemanagement capabilities, including coaching, development, and team collaboration (where applicable).
  • A proactive, detailoriented, and resultsdriven mindset with strong decisionmaking and stakeholdermanagement skills.

A bit about us

Digital Realty brings companies and data together by delivering the full spectrum of data center, colocation and interconnection solutions. PlatformDIGITAL, the company's global data center platform, provides customers with a secure data meeting place and a proven Pervasive Datacenter Architecture (PDx) solution methodology for powering innovation and efficiently managing Data Gravity challenges. Digital Realty gives its customers access to the connected data communities that matter to them with a global data center footprint of 300+ facilities in 50+ metros across 25+ countries on six continents.

To learn more about Digital Realty, please visit digitalrealty.com or follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

A bit about our team 

Operations

Our Operations team keeps our customers' infrastructure running safely and securely. We get plenty of opportunities to take on a variety of tasks and develop our technical skills. From overseeing electrical power to cooling and fire suppression systems, our team plays a vital role in making sure everything in our data centers operates as it should.

What we can offer you

Our rapidly evolving business sector offers the opportunity to be part of a courageous and passionate team who work together to understand and meet the changing needs of our global customers. 

Join us and you'll be part of a supportive and inclusive environment where you can bring your whole self to work. As part of our team, you'll get to work with people from different business areas, challenge the way we do things and put your ideas into action. We'll also give you plenty of development opportunities so you can build a rewarding and successful career with us. 

Apply today, take charge of your career and grow your talents with us.

Training and Development 

Join our Data Center Operations team and gain the support to succeed from day one. Our onboarding program prepares you to contribute meaningfully right away, with clear career pathways and continuous training to fuel your long-term growth. From onboarding to specialized development, we equip you with the skills and opportunities to make a lasting impact in operations.

Health and Safety

Safety isn't just a priority here at Digital; it's critical to everything we do. Safeguarding lives, protecting assets, and securing data aren't just ideals - they're essential pillars of our commitment to excellence for our people, our partners and our customers. We have a culture of care where every member of Team Digital embraces a relentless pursuit of working safely across Digital Realty. Together we are Safely Powering Progress.

Our Compensation Philosophy

Digital Realty offers its employees a highly competitive compensation package, excellent benefits, and an environment that recognizes and rewards your contributions. Central to our compensation philosophy is rewarding our employees for achieving the values and objectives aligned to the company's overall goals and values.

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