Project Manager, Carbon Markets

Every day, we work together for what matters – bold, swift, and equitable climate action.

ABOUT THE ROLE

3Degrees is a trusted partner for project developers across the country that generate carbon credits to reduce the amount of greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere.  As a Project Manager, you will work closely with our project partners, responsible for keeping these important projects on track for success. You will ensure all project data is collected and processed while meeting reporting and verification requirements.

This role reports to the Director of Carbon Projects. The role is intended to be located in the San Francisco (HQ) office location, however, a remote office location will be considered for highly qualified candidates.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Proactively collect and track project data.
• Process project data into calculation worksheets consistent with relevant methodologies, write the reports and assemble packages ready for validation and verification.
• Develop new data processing techniques for efficient, streamlined, and transparent worksheets. Process project data into fuel pathways and/or offset calculations.
• Own the management of the verification process for assigned projects for offsets and LCFS projects alike. Prepare verification packages and be responsible for interfacing with the registries and submitting necessary documents in a timely manner. Coordinate directly with verifiers and respond to all corrective action requests.
• Represent 3Degrees at site visits. Schedule and coordinate site visits with verifier and project owners. Document photographic evidence of project equipment and layout as needed.
• Keep projects on track by coordinating with project owners. Track the receipt of relevant project data and outstanding needs. Ensure such project monitoring procedures are planned and consistent with protocol requirements and are carried out according to plan.
• Monitor key milestones to meet verification and reporting deadlines.
• Bring your ability to engage in business development opportunities by investigating and evaluating potential projects.

ABOUT YOU

You have an analytical mindset and are detail-oriented. Tackling large datasets does not scare you away, even when they are messy. You are well-organized and your tasks rarely slip through the cracks. You have some experience with reporting and verification protocols associated with carbon credit programs. You are comfortable representing 3Degrees on calls or visits with dairy farmers and landfill operators.  You are an excellent communicator and are highly motivated to apply your knowledge of chemistry and other sciences to have a positive impact on our environment. An individual with the following experience will have an excellent opportunity to thrive in this role:

• Project manager experience. We find individuals with at least 3-6 years of experience can succeed in this role.
• Strong understanding of chemistry and other sciences.
• Obsessive attention to detail in your work.
• Familiarity with greenhouse gases and emissions inventories.
• Some knowledge of GHG programs (i.e. LCFS, Cap-and-Trade, Climate Action Reserve, Clean Development Mechanism, etc.).
• Knowledge of ISO-14064 greenhouse gas accounting is a plus.
• A Bachelor of Science at a minimum, typically within Engineering or other Physical Sciences, will be best suited for this role.
• Expert in Excel, strong technical writing, familiarity with greenhouse gases, significant quantitative and analytical skills, ability to engage clients and build relationships.  Responsible for external communication.
• Ability and desire to produce impeccably written deliverables.

HOW WE DEFINE SUCCESS

Success in this role will include these factors:

• Within 30 days you will have familiarized yourself with the 3Degrees process steps and your assigned projects and be able to execute on project deliverables independently.
• Ability to build relationships and maintain credibility with verifiers.
• Develop a good rapport with dairy farmers and other project owners over your first year of employment, expanding 3Degrees as a trusted partner and brand.
• When your work is audited, it is difficult to find mistakes.

ABOUT US

3Degrees exists for one simple reason – to make it possible for businesses and their customers to take urgent action on climate change.  As a certified B Corporation, we provide renewable energy and emission reduction solutions to global Fortune 500 companies, utilities, and other organizations around the globe that want to join the fight against climate change, and we can’t do it without you.  Join us!  Headquartered in San Francisco, 3Degrees serves clients around the world like PacificPower, NW Natural, Netflix, Unilever, Lyft, Ahold Delhaize, Mastercard, and Etsy.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, INCLUSION AND EQUITY

3Degrees is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where different perspectives contribute to better solutions. 3Degrees welcomes people regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or gender expression, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other category protected by law.