Project Manager, Sustainability

Summary

The Sustainability Project Manager is responsible for implementing sustainability plans, programs, and initiatives, for NYPA and the Canal Corporation that support our strategic vision and New York State’s ambitious climate and energy goals. The Project Manager provides strategic guidance and technical expertise for identified material environmental, social, and governance (ESG) areas, including analysis of operational performance and impacts (such as greenhouse gas accounting, climate resilience and adaptation strategies, life-cycle analysis and cost benefit analysis).

The Sustainability Project Manager will manage sustainability projects, lead cross-functional teams in project development and implementation, track and report ESG performance and prepare annual NYPA reports as well as state and industry reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects across business units and departments: define project scope, strategize and prioritize project resources; develop detailed work plans, and lead project teams involving multiple stakeholders.
• Support stakeholders in planning and project development, including identification and assessment of goals, targets, and strategies.
• Monitor progress to make sure milestones are being met across the various projects.
• Perform special/advanced analyses as directed.
• Develop tools and resources for data and performance management.
• Research and analyze industry data to support the development of strategies, policies, and projects.
• Participate in internal and external working groups and committees and represent the Sustainability group on working groups and committees as needed.
• Coordinate inter-departmental initiatives and overseeing and/or supporting the work of project teams.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced analytical and quantitative skills, including proficiency in statistical and cost/benefit analysis.
• Ability to establish strategic benchmarks, develop past and future performance trends, and make recommendations regarding targets and KPIs.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills; ability to handle significant workload with multiple projects, timelines, and due dates.
• Knowledge of formal project management practices, such as Project Management Institute (PMI) preferred.
• Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize among competing needs and proactively address issues.
• Resourceful with demonstrated ability to manage complex problems and recommend solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to work in teams and provide guidance and feedback to others.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills; ability to summarize complicated matters for a variety of audiences.
• Advanced knowledge of energy, climate, and sustainability (environmental, social, governance and economic) issues.
• Advanced knowledge of corporate sustainability and sustainable operations. 
• Proficiency in Excel and statistical software.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Graduate degree in sustainability or related field preferred.
• 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.
• Energy/utility industry experience preferred.
   

Physical Requirements

Up to 10% travel primarily within New York State.