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Hitachi

Engineering Global Sustainability Leader

Raleigh, NC · On-site +1

$88K - $109K/yr

Strong knowledge of lifecycle assessment, sustainable materials, and carbon accounting. * Experience leading global, crossfunctional initiatives and influencing senior stakeholders. * Strong ...

McKinstry

Enterprise Sustainability Manager

Golden, CO · On-site

$117K/yr

This is a strategic, people-leading role for a sustainability leader who thrives at the intersection of climate action, operations, supply chains, and business strategy . This person will need to be ...

McKinstry

Manager, Enterprise Sustainability

Seattle, WA · On-site

$129K/yr

This is a strategic, people-leading role for a sustainability leader who thrives at the intersection of climate action, operations, supply chains, and business strategy . This person will need to be ...

McKinstry

Enterprise Sustainability Manager

Golden, CO

$117K/yr

This is a strategic, peopleleading role for a sustainability leader who thrives at the intersection of climate action, operations, supply chains, and business strategy . This person will need to be ...

McKinstry

Manager, Enterprise Sustainability

Seattle, WA

$129K/yr

This is a strategic, peopleleading role for a sustainability leader who thrives at the intersection of climate action, operations, supply chains, and business strategy . This person will need to be ...

McKinstry

Manager, Enterprise Sustainability

Spokane, WA · On-site

$115K/yr

This is a strategic, people-leading role for a sustainability leader who thrives at the intersection of climate action, operations, supply chains, and business strategy . This person will need to be ...

McKinstry

Manager, Enterprise Sustainability

Spokane, WA

$115K/yr

This is a strategic, peopleleading role for a sustainability leader who thrives at the intersection of climate action, operations, supply chains, and business strategy . This person will need to be ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for sustainability leadership in the United States is $112,034.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $114,000.00 and $114,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is sustainability leadership?

A Sustainability Leadership job involves guiding organizations toward sustainable practices that balance environmental, social, and economic goals. Professionals in this role develop and implement policies, strategies, and initiatives that promote corporate responsibility, resource efficiency, and long-term sustainability. They collaborate with stakeholders, monitor regulatory compliance, and drive change toward more sustainable business models. These leaders often work across industries, from corporate sustainability teams to nonprofit and government sectors, influencing decision-making at various levels.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in sustainability leadership roles?

Professionals in Sustainability Leadership often encounter challenges such as balancing organizational goals with environmental considerations, navigating regulatory requirements, and driving change in established corporate cultures. They may also need to coordinate across multiple departments and manage diverse stakeholder expectations, which requires excellent project management and communication skills. Additionally, sustainability leaders must stay updated on evolving best practices and innovations to ensure their strategies remain effective. Overcoming these challenges can be highly rewarding, as successful leaders make a measurable positive impact both within their organizations and in the wider community.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in sustainability leadership?

To succeed in Sustainability Leadership, you typically need expertise in environmental management, strategic planning, and business acumen, often supported by a relevant degree such as environmental science, sustainability, or business, and several years of experience in sustainability roles. Familiarity with sustainability reporting frameworks (like GRI or CDP), data analysis tools, and certifications such as LEED or ISSP are highly beneficial. Strong soft skills in stakeholder engagement, leadership, persuasive communication, and change management set leading professionals apart. These skills are vital for driving organizational change, implementing sustainability initiatives, and achieving measurable environmental and social impact.

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Infographic showing various Sustainability Leadership job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $112,034 per year, or $53.9 per hour.

Clean Energy Instruments Portfolio Lead, Sustainability

Socket.dev

San Francisco, CA • On-site

$188 - $274/hr

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Posted 13 days ago

Job description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor's degree in Technology, Engineering, Science, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 8 years of experience in management consulting, business operations, business strategy, or corporate advisory with a focus on energy markets or grid infrastructure.
  • Experience leading teams and groups of internal stakeholders.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Master's degree in Technology, Engineering, Science, or a related field.
  • 8 years of experience in climate science, Greenhouse Gas (GHG) standards and accounting.
  • Experience leading and executing complex and operational initiatives for large organizations.
  • Proficient in analysis of large data sets and policy research to deliver insights and decisions.
  • Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and compelling communications for cross-functional and executive leadership audiences.
ABOUT THE JOB

A problem isn’t truly solved until it’s solved for all. That’s why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Program Manager at Google, you’ll lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish — working with stakeholders to plan requirements, manage project schedules, identify risks, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners across the company. Your projects will often span offices, time zones, and hemispheres. It is your job to coordinate the players and keep them up to date on progress and deadlines.

Energy is a key lever of our operational and value chain decarbonization roadmaps. In this role, you will be responsible for leading our carbon reduction strategy, execution, and analytics related to energy instrument procurement across our portfolio. As part of these efforts, you will work with various teams to obtain data, interpret it into actionable insights, and drive emissions reduction initiatives to support and guide our clean energy and other strategic efforts. You will also be responsible for providing relevant metrics, portfolio insights and analysis to support and guide our clean energy strategic efforts. Through collaboration with key stakeholders, you will help to shape our perspective on carbon emissions mitigation and enable the broader carbon reduction ecosystem.

The Global Sustainability team enables Google to build a more sustainable future for everyone by driving strategy and solutions. We drive the development and implementation of Google’s global sustainability strategy to further empower action, ensure alignment and prioritization, identify leadership opportunities, and mitigate risks. We drive sustainability strategy and programs on carbon, circular economy, water, product integration, reporting, and employee engagement, while serving as a sustainability leadership advocate internally and externally.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $188000 - $274000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits

Learn more about benefits at Google

[https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/benefits/].

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead strategic and technical oversight for our clean electricity carbon reduction strategy, including procurement of energy instruments.
  • Work cross-functionally to develop and drive the execution of clean energy and carbon reduction strategies in pursuit of Google’s sustainability commitments.
  • Work with our technical teams to build the analytics, business intelligence, and tools necessary for tracking, forecasting, and reporting to support decisions and leadership reviews.
  • Lead efforts with external experts and industry partners to drive progress on the broader ecosystem required for our program’s success.
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