Climate Performance Manager chez Massachusetts Port Authority

About the Department

The Massachusetts Port Authority is Going Above and Beyond™ for your career.  We are a dynamic organization that connects people and businesses to the global community by air, land, and sea. Our employees are essential in moving planes, cargo, and cruise ships safely, efficiently, and sustainably. We are an economic engine, managing real estate assets where people live, work, and play.  Together, the properties we own and operate generate $20 billion for the region’s economy.

Massport’s Office of Climate Innovation and Resilience drives our commitment to climate-resilient and sustainable operations by protecting our airports, maritime terminals, and real estate assets from the impacts of climate change. We lead with innovation, collaboration, and evidence-driven solutions to advance climate mitigation and adaptation, cut carbon emissions, and strengthen our climate resilience. Our mission is to safeguard our communities today while shaping Massport into a leader in tomorrow’s resilient, sustainable transportation systems.

Position Duties

As Climate Performance Manager, you lead with strategic clarity and collaborative strength, thriving at the intersection of climate innovation, infrastructure, and operational excellence. You transform ambitious sustainability goals into measurable outcomes, fostering alignment across departments and cultivating a culture of continuous improvement. With deep expertise in emissions reduction, regulatory compliance, and data-driven decision-making, you empower teams and stakeholders to deliver resilient, high-impact solutions. Your leadership ensures climate priorities are embedded in every facet of operations and capital planning, advancing Massport’s Net Zero vision with precision and purpose.

What you will do:

• Leads execution of the Net Zero 2031 plan by translating strategic goals into operational milestones and managing integrated reporting systems.
• Co-guides a high-performing climate solutions team while fostering cross-departmental collaboration to embed sustainability into operations.
• Aligns capital projects with climate objectives through low-carbon strategy integration and technical oversight across design and delivery phases.
• Monitors performance metrics, ensures compliance with sustainability standards, and drives innovation through emerging technologies and continuous improvement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Management Information Systems, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field required; Master’s degree strongly preferred.
• Possess a PMP certification; additional credentials in Agile methodologies and sustainability (e.g., LEED, Envision) are advantageous.
• 8–10 years of experience in sustainability, infrastructure, or environmental programs, including 4+ years managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects. 
• Strong project management, technical, and leadership skills, with expertise in climate strategies, emissions tracking, and regulatory compliance that ensure alignment with Net Zero goals.

Other Qualifications

Collaboration with colleagues at all levels of leadership from all different disciplines, from Aviation to Maritime and beyond. Every day is different at Massport and the breadth of our impact on the Massachusetts region through our facilities provides many opportunities for our employees to grow, learn, and explore the many areas of our business.  Our business is all about connecting.  We support and take pride in the employees that make those connections possible each and every day. 

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