CBRE Launches EV Service Line

CBRE has launched a new global service line that advises clients on establishing electric vehicle charging infrastructure. 

CBRE has promoted Scott Howard, a veteran of 25 years of real estate services, to lead the EV service line as executive managing director. He will also lead the unit’s work with EV-network operators, governments and vendors.

Howard, who has been with CBRE for 16 years, most recently served as a Global Alliance Director for technology clients in the company’s Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) division.

Prior to joining CBRE, Howard held leadership positions with Deloitte and Equis.

In addition, CBRE has appointed the following executives to key positions in the EV service line.

Mark Kerstens has joined CBRE as product lead for EV Charging. He has spent the past 15 years in renewable energy and electric mobility, including more than five years focused on EV charging at EV infrastructure company ChargePoint, EV manufacturer Rivian and others.

Jim Hurless has been promoted to Real Estate EV leader in CBRE’s Advisory & Transaction Services business. Based in Dallas, Hurless is a veteran of more than 20 years in commercial real estate, facilities and large infrastructure rollouts.

The service line will also advise on EV-charging strategy, identify locations for charging sites, planning and installation of EV-charging infrastructure and provide overall program management and ongoing maintenance.