Senior Sustainability Project Manager, Lead GHG Verifier

FirstCarbon Solutions (FCS), an ADEC Innovation, is seeking a Senior Sustainability Project Manager, Lead GHG Verifier. This role will lead the development and independent 3rd-party verification of GHG inventories (Scope 1, 2, and 3) and related water, waste, and energy data in line with standards, such as GHG Protocol, ISO 14064, PCAF, CARB, Oregon, and Washington Ecology programs.

This position will report to the Associate Director, Climate and Verification Services

Compensation: $122,554 - $130,000

Duties and Responsibilities

Lead verification projects under CARB (California Air Resources Board), Washington Ecology, Oregon, The Climate Registry (TCR), and other GHG programs. Conduct regulatory risk assessments and design compliance roadmaps to prepare companies for disclosure requirements such as SB253, and SB261. Conduct greenhouse gas and environmental metrics accounting, produce life cycle assessments, integrate life-cycle data into Scope 3 inventories, and advance supplier engagement programs to improve data quality, track emissions, and support net-zero goals. Design corporate decarbonization strategies, such as scenario analyses, renewable energy procurement plans, climate risk analysis, and support ESG reporting aligned with various standards and frameworks. Present insights to executive stakeholders, lead client debriefs and meetings, and actively support business development through drafting proposals, delivering webinars, and engaging in client outreach. Lead internal audit within the verification body, with strong knowledge of American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standards and audit principles. Manage sustainability reporting, publish annual reports, agency ratings submissions and voluntary regulatory disclosures, ensuring alignment with global reporting frameworks like GRI, SASB, TCFD, SBTi, CDP, CSRD. Manage large project portfolios and develop project plans with clearly defined task assignments and schedules. Perform life cycle assessment (LCA), including performing modeling in software platforms such as LCA For Experts, calculating environmental impacts, and producing Environmental Product Declaration (EPD). Work with GHG programs, protocols, and regulations, including CARB; WA, TCR, WRI/WBCSD GHG Protocol, and USEPA mandatory GHG reporting rules. Oversee financial performance, invoicing, and profitability. Develop and maintain strategic client relationships, leading proposals, contracts, and negotiations. Identify opportunities for service innovation, process improvement, and practice area development. Develop templates, training materials, and process flows for the team. Supervise and coach junior staff and cross-functional teams, lead performance reviews. Represent the firm in industry events, conferences, and thought leadership activities. Telecommuting is available from anywhere in the US. HQ at 250 Commerce, Suite 210, Irvine, CA 92602.

Skills

This position requires a Master’s degree or equivalent in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field. Two (2) years of related experience. Must be accredited as a lead verifier under an environmental regulatory program such as CARB Mandatory Reporting Program (MRR), Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS), Washington State Department of Ecology, or Oregon Department of Environmental Quality. Must also have experience with each of the following: 1) Experience in greenhouse gas accounting, life cycle assessment, or environmental metrics accounting; 2) Managing end-to-end sustainability reporting, including project management and publication of annual report, ratings agency submissions, and other voluntary or regulatory disclosures, ensuring alignment with global reporting standards and frameworks such as GRI, SASB, TCFD, SBTi, CDP, CSRD; 3) Leading verification projects under GHG programs such as CARB (California Air Resources Board), Washington Ecology, Oregon, or

The Climate Registry (TCR); 4) Leading internal audits within a verification body, with knowledge of American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standards and audit principles; 5) Experience in life cycle assessment (LCA), including performing modeling in software platforms such as LCA For Experts, calculating environmental impacts, and producing Environmental Product Declaration (EPD); 6) Experience working with GHG programs, protocols, and regulations. Will accept experience gained before, during or after Master’s program. Employer will accept experience gained concurrently. 10-20% domestic travel required to conduct seasonal site visits. Salary: $122,554 to $130,000/year. Full-time, position. Telecommuting is available from anywhere in the US. HQ at 250 Commerce, Suite 210, Irvine, CA 92602. Please apply online at https://www.firstcarbonsolutions.com/join-us/.

Education and Experience

· Master’s degree or equivalent in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field

· Two (2) years of related experience

· Must be accredited as a lead verifier under an environmental regulatory program such as CARB Mandatory Reporting Program (MRR), Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS), Washington State Department of Ecology, or Oregon Department of Environmental Quality

About us

FCS, an ADEC Innovation, is focused on improving the world we live in. It's our goal to improve the lives of all the people we work with, whether they are clients, partners, or colleagues. Come join our team of amazing professionals dedicated to making the world a better place!

FCS offers competitive salaries and robust benefits with opportunities for personal and professional development. If you want to work in a collaborative, creative work environment where you can provide meaningful contributions while being challenged to grow on the job, then you are encouraged to apply using the application link on the site where you found this posting!

To learn more visit us at https://www.firstcarbonsolutions.com/join-us/

Competitive, progressive benefits including

Example: Full-time, regular employee

· Up to 100% employer paid premiums employee medical (with buy-up options) and up to 55% coverage for eligible dependent(s)

· Up to 80% employer-paid dental and vision covered premiums for employees. Eligible dependent coverage also available.

· Employer-sponsored Group Life and AD&D insurance with discounted voluntary coverage also available

· Employer covered Short- & Long-Term Disability insurance

· Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs (EAP)

· 401(k) & Roth retirement savings accounts (see HR department for details on contributions and exclusions)

· Pet insurance discounts

· Volunteer programs, committees, and opportunities

· Mentorship program and Work/Life Balance initiatives

*All benefits are subject to eligibility and may be changed at any time by the Company.

Information Security

Adhering to all policies, guidelines, and procedures pertaining to the protection of information of the organization, employees must maintain confidentiality of all sensitive information to which they are given access. They are also responsible for reporting actual or suspected events or incidents, including vulnerabilities or breaches, that may affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information to members of the Management Team.

Mutual respect is fundamental. Fundamental to our teams. Fundamental to our clients. Fundamental to the communities we serve and live in. Fundamental to the landscapes we work within. We need you and your unique talents, history, and background to become the Company we aspire to be. We insist upon a culture of common respect, expect transparency, and celebrate the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. Our mutual equality as humans is the path to innovative collaboration. We cultivate integrity, driving us to growth, and allowing us to achieve more together than we could ever hope to as individuals.