Con Edison is seeking a proactive, collaborative, and solution-oriented sustainability professional to support the development and execution of the companys environmental sustainability strategy and roadmap. This role will help advance the integration of sustainability into planning, engineering, construction, operations, and corporate decision-making while driving initiatives that improve environmental performance across the organization.
The successful candidate will work across multiple business units to develop and implement sustainability programs, strengthen governance and performance management processes, support sustainable infrastructure initiatives, participate in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) project review processes, and embed environment, health, safety, and sustainability considerations into both capital project delivery and operational practices. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence how sustainability is integrated into the planning, design, construction, and operation of critical energy infrastructure while advancing the companys broader environmental, health, and safety objectives.
This position does not provide employment pursuant to the terms of a STEM OPT Training Plan.
Core Responsibilities
- Support the implementation, continuous improvement, and execution of the company's environmental sustainability strategy and roadmap.
- Partner with engineering, operations, construction, supply chain, and other business organizations to integrate sustainability considerations into project planning, design, procurement, construction, and operational decision-making.
- Support EHS project review processes by evaluating engineered projects for EHS requirements and sustainability opportunities in accordance with the EHS Considerations in Planning and Design Guideline (i.e., 11.03 Checklist).
- Support the development, implementation, monitoring, and scaling of programs designed to achieve company environmental sustainability goals, including greenhouse gas and embodied carbon reduction, waste diversion and minimization, biodiversity enhancement, water stewardship, material circularity, and other key environmental performance indicators.
- Support Sustainability by Design efforts by helping project teams incorporate sustainable design principles, nature-based solutions, green infrastructure, life-cycle thinking, and resiliency considerations into project planning and development.
- Support Envision and LEED certification efforts on large-scale capital infrastructure projects by coordinating project teams, consultants, and stakeholders; coordinating required documentation; facilitating third-party verification; and helping projects achieve certification goals.
- Lead the collection, management, analysis, and reporting of environmental sustainability data to support performance tracking, business decision-making, goal setting, and internal and external reporting requirements.
- Partner with data owners across EHS to improve data quality and strengthen governance practices.
- Develop business cases, reports, presentations, executive briefings, and other materials to communicate sustainability objectives, progress, risks, and opportunities.
- Manage and develop a team of sustainability professionals, including assigning and reviewing work, establishing goals and performance expectations, providing ongoing coaching and development, conducting performance reviews, and ensuring accountability for individual and team results.
- Research emerging sustainability practices, technologies, regulatory developments, and industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement.
- Lead and support employee sustainability engagement, education, and awareness initiatives by developing and leading trainings, workshops, events, and communications that increase employee participation, build sustainability knowledge, and foster a culture of environmental stewardship across the organization.
Required Education/Experience
- Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant work experience or
- Master's Degree and 3 years of relevant work experience or
Preferred Education/Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Sustainability, or related field and 5 years of relevant work experience with meaningful exposure and participation in sustainability
- Master's Degree in Sustainability Management, Sustainability Science, Engineering, Science, Business Administration, or technical discipline and 3 years of relevant work experience with meaningful exposure and participation in sustainability
Relevant Work Experience
- Experience integrating EHS and sustainability considerations into project planning, design, construction, operations, procurement, capital project development, or business decision-making processes, required.
- Strong project and program management skills, including the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, manage competing priorities, and drive results across complex organizations, required.
- Ability to demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence and understand the vital importance of personal accountability, required.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to successfully complete multiple tasks without compromising quality or timelines, required.
- Knowledge of sustainability frameworks, environmental programs, greenhouse gas accounting, circular economy principles, biodiversity, water stewardship, resiliency, or sustainable infrastructure practices, required.
- Strong analytical, communication, presentation, facilitation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into practical business solutions, required.
- Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets, and/or an ability to quickly become proficient with database packages including Microsoft Office, OneDrive, SharePoint, Adobe Acrobat, and MS Project, required.
- Experience developing and managing employee engagement, education, awareness, or culture-building programs related to sustainability or environmental stewardship, preferred.
- Familiarity with Envision, LEED, or similar sustainable infrastructure rating and verification systems, preferred.
- Previous supervisory experience, preferred.
Skills and Abilities
- Effective leadership skills
- Develops and delivers effective presentations
- Strong verbal communication and listening skills
- Demonstrated analytical skills
- Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
- Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines
- Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents
Licenses and Certifications
- Driver's License Required
- Other: Professional certifications such as Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP), LEED, or P.E. Preferred
Additional Physical Demands
- The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.
EEO Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of the individual’s actual or perceived disability, protected veteran status, race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, domestic violence victim status, or any other actual or perceived status protected by law.
Technical Difficulty Statement:
For technical issues, please contact us at careerconnect@coned.com
Mission Statement:
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company’s mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities – safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience.
Benefits:
We are dedicated to supporting the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes:
- Rich medical & pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Health Savings Accounts
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with robust matching
- Employer paid Pension Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a generous matching contribution
- State of the art Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Generous paid time off plus paid holidays
- Family support: emergency backup child, & elder care assistance
- Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities
- Employee discount program
- Commuter Benefits
- Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program
- Life and Long-Term Disability Benefits
*Please be aware that some benefits may not apply to provisional or part-time job titles.