Environmental Initiatives Lead, Decarbonization & Strategy

Google; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 188,000 - 274,000; Full time

Job summary

Google is seeking an Environmental Initiatives Lead in San Francisco to drive its decarbonization roadmap across sites. You will coordinate multi-site programs, translate high-level commitments into actionable, low-carbon computing solutions, and manage complex timelines with cross-functional partners.

This role blends site development, operations, and enterprise impact, shaping governance, reporting, and stakeholder engagement while advancing Google's climate goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience in program or project management.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong communication and governance skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop regional and site-level sustainability action plans.
• Partner with Data Center Energy and Power teams during commercial flows.
• Translate complex data into clear narratives and impact plans.
• Establish program frameworks, milestones, and risk management.
• Collaborate with sustainability teams to resolve escalations and drive solutions.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Data interpretation

Climate sustainability knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Job description

Google is seeking an Environmental Initiatives Lead in San Francisco to drive its decarbonization roadmap across sites. You will coordinate multi-site programs, translate high-level commitments into actionable, low-carbon computing solutions, and manage complex timelines with cross-functional partners.

This role blends site development, operations, and enterprise impact, shaping governance, reporting, and stakeholder engagement while advancing Google's climate goals.