Net Zero Strategy and Implementation Lead

Net Zero Strategy and Implementation Lead

The Opportunity:

Are you passionate about Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)? Join us in our mission to empower innovation, drive critical missions, and deliver enduring growth and value through ESG strategies. As Net Zero Strategy and Implementation Lead, you will play a pivotal role in driving the strategy, roadmap, and implementation of emissions reduction initiatives to meet Booz Allen’s net zero and climate goals. You will partner with key business owners to develop and execute a net-zero transition plan. You will also support a broad range of projects based on the needs of the business. Be part of our purpose-driven, forward-thinking team as we advance our clients’ missions.

What You’ll Do:

As a Net Zero Strategy and Implementation Lead on our team, you’ll:

• Develop, execute, organize, and manage inter-connected projects within the Climate Impact Initiative portfolio.
• Facilitate alignment between teams, suppliers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Organize and leverage employee groups to advance ESG program objectives.
• Develop comprehensive project plans and strategic timelines.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and policies.
• Prepare regular progress reports for senior leaders and stakeholders.

Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• 8+ years of experience in sustainability, corporate governance, or ESG
• Experience leveraging ESG knowledge to benchmark performance for corporate growth
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to provide integrated and durable solutions
• Experience socializing and implementing innovative ideas and process improvements across functional areas to yield positive outcomes for the client and team
• Ability to develop clear and compelling business cases to gain buy-in on specific courses of action, communicate the benefits of change, and help clients and teams overcome resistance to change
• Ability to identify gaps in the market and spot opportunities to create value propositions
• Ability to translate technical advice into clear business solutions
• Ability to execute against clear objectives, priorities, and success metrics or KPIs
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively through continuous interface with firm leadership, program managers, and high-level clients
• Bachelor's degree

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with government contracting, including in a professional services firm
• Experience with climate and energy science, sustainability, and environmental and social issues, standards, and policy
• Experience with influencing and collaborating across large-scale organizations to drive new programs
• Experience in project management methodologies, tools, and techniques
• Knowledge of energy-related technologies, renewable energy sources, and net zero initiatives
• Ability to become a trusted partner and advisor to business teams and senior management
• Ability to work collaboratively and as a self-starter across a variety of competing priorities
• Possession of excellent organizational, problem-solving, prioritization, and time-management skills
• Possession of excellent verbal and written communication skills

Create Your Career: 

Grow With Us 
Your growth matters to us—that’s why we offer a variety of ways for you to develop your career. With professional and leadership development opportunities like upskilling programs, tuition reimbursement, mentoring, and firm-sponsored networking, you can chart a unique and fulfilling career path on your own terms. 

A Place Where You Belong 
Diverse perspectives cultivate collective ingenuity. Booz Allen’s culture of respect, equity, and opportunity means that, here, you are free to bring your whole self to work. With an array of business resource groups and other opportunities for connection, you’ll build your community in no time. 

Support Your Well-Being 
Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellness programs with HSA contributions, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) match, and more. With these benefits, plus the option for flexible schedules and remote and hybrid locations, we’ll support you as you pursue a balanced, fulfilling life—at work and