Sustainability Project Lead: Climate & ESG Strategy

New York Power Authority; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Power Authority seeks a Sustainability Project Manager to lead ESG initiatives and coordinate cross-functional teams across NYPA and Canal Corporation. You will drive sustainability programs, analyze performance, and prepare annual and state reports supporting climate and energy goals.

You will manage projects, develop data tools, and guide stakeholders from scoping to implementation, with a focus on metrics and cost-benefit analysis in a fast-paced utility environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in data analytics or project management preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of direct experience in corporate sustainability and sustainable operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects across business units and departments: define project scope, strategize and prioritize resources; develop detailed work plans and lead project teams.
• Support stakeholders in planning and project development, including goals, targets, and strategies.
• Monitor progress to ensure milestones are met across projects.
• Perform special/advanced analyses as directed.
• Develop tools and resources for data and performance management.
• Research industry data to support strategy and policy development.
• Participate in internal and external working groups and committees as needed.
• Coordinate inter-departmental initiatives and oversee project teams.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

PMI practices

Communication skills

Excel & statistical tools

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree in sustainability

Tools

Excel

Statistical software

Job description

New York Power Authority seeks a Sustainability Project Manager to lead ESG initiatives and coordinate cross-functional teams across NYPA and Canal Corporation. You will drive sustainability programs, analyze performance, and prepare annual and state reports supporting climate and energy goals.

You will manage projects, develop data tools, and guide stakeholders from scoping to implementation, with a focus on metrics and cost-benefit analysis in a fast-paced utility environment.