Join us on the journey to get to net zero
At Carbon Direct, we dedicate our scientific, software, and business expertise to empower organizations around the world to take climate action.
Our Mission
Enable organizations to reduce, remove, and utilize their emissions with carbon science
We are a purpose-driven carbon management firm dedicated to helping organizations around the world reach their climate goals. We make carbon science accessible and actionable with our end-to-end platform.
Global citizens with global impact
Whether a scientist, developer, or carbon markets expert, we are united by our mission to take climate action now. We are experts in our fields and we act with confidence. Located across 4 countries and 10+ states in the U.S., we offer both remote-friendly work options and dynamic, in-person experiences with offices located in Seattle, WA and Oakland, CA.
Diverse backgrounds bring diverse perspectives
We recognize that teams with diverse backgrounds and different experiences are powerful. Bringing together a variety of perspectives only enhances how we can effectively address the climate crisis. Together, we are creating an environment where everyone is celebrated and anyone can succeed.
Overview
Carbon Direct is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Operational Diligence Advisor to join our team. As an Operational Diligence Advisor at Carbon Direct, you will play a crucial role in conducting deep project diligence for high-profile clients across various carbon dioxide removal and reduction technologies. You will focus on assessing operational processes, project assurance issues, and market strategies to ensure the successful implementation of decarbonization initiatives. This role will address client concerns and questions, providing them with the confidence they need to make informed decisions about their sustainability efforts.
Responsibilities
- Deep Project Diligence: Conduct comprehensive assessments of client projects to evaluate their feasibility, risks, and potential for success in achieving decarbonization goals.
- Technical Expertise: Leverage your expertise in various technical areas related to decarbonization, such as carbon removal technologies, renewable energy systems, and sustainable practices, to provide valuable insights and recommendations.
- Market Strategy: Analyze and optimize client go-to-market strategies, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and market demands.
- Operational Efficiency: Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness within client projects, streamlining processes and maximizing resource utilization.
- Project Assurance: Develop and implement rigorous project assurance frameworks to mitigate risks and ensure the delivery of successful outcomes for clients.
- Client Engagement: Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, addressing their concerns and questions related to project diligence and providing strategic guidance throughout the engagement.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with internal teams, including project managers, technical experts, and business development professionals, to drive alignment and ensure seamless project execution.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in decarbonization, continuously seeking opportunities to enhance our operational diligence processes and capabilities.
Qualifications
- Masters degree in engineering, environmental science, business administration, or related field.
- Extensive experience in project management, operational diligence, or related roles, preferably in the decarbonization or renewable energy sector.
- Proven track record of conducting deep diligence assessments for complex projects and delivering actionable insights and recommendations.
- Strong technical expertise in areas such as carbon removal, renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainability.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to synthesize complex information and communicate findings effectively to diverse stakeholders.
- Strategic mindset with the ability to identify opportunities for operational improvement and drive meaningful impact.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and influence decision-making at all levels of an organization.
- Self-starter with a proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving
Salary
$130,000-$159,000
Benefits
While we love our work, our lives aren’t defined by it. At Carbon Direct, we offer a robust benefits package that considers the whole person, their partners, and their families – and we’re always looking to improve.
Our U.S. benefits* include:
- Comprehensive nationwide medical, dental, and vision coverage. See a preview of our coverage here.
- Time off as needed: Flexible vacation policy and ten company-wide holidays, plus annual winter break between Christmas and New Year's
- 16 weeks of fully paid parental and family leave with no tenure requirement
- Remote-friendly work culture with annual company-wide retreats
- Reimbursement for your work-from-home setup and monthly work-from-home stipend
*Please note that the benefits described apply to U.S.-based employees only. For our international employees, our benefits package varies by each country and its statutory requirements.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Carbon Direct is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. We adhere rigorously to our equal employment opportunity policies in connection with all employment decisions, including hiring, compensation and promotion.
