Project Associate Jobs in Reading, PA (NOW HIRING)

Background

ClimeCo is a respected global advisor, transaction facilitator, trader, and developer of environmental commodity market products and related services. We specialize in voluntary carbon, regulated carbon, renewable energy credits, and regional criteria pollutant trading programs. From policy advisory to ESG strategy, offsets sourcing to project development, we provide comprehensive, vertically- integrated solutions to help enhance our customers’ sustainability impact—whether they are responding to emissions regulations or satisfying voluntary sustainability goals.

We are currently seeking a full-time Senior Project Associate for our Project Development Business Unit. This position will be hybrid, located in Denver, CO; Houston, TX; New York, NY; State College, PA.

Position Description

The Senior Project Associate will assist in implementing and managing ClimeCo’s portfolio of various environmental commodity project types that generate impact and value through the mitigation or abatement of greenhouse gas emissions and related environmental impacts. This position will focus on supporting ClimeCo’s Industrial Gas (Nitrous Oxide) emission reduction project portfolio at large industrial facilities. The projects are conducted in accordance with strict performance, monitoring, and reporting (i.e., 40 CFR Part 75) requirements. The Project Senior Project Associate will interface with diverse project partners and facility operators, monitor project development and operational status, manage project data and documentation, and assist with voluntary market compliance reporting.

Candidates should have a strong interest in environmental business, specifically data analysis, and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, analytical skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and be highly organized with fine attention to detail. The ideal candidate will have excellent critical thinking, strong mathematical competencies (i.e., statistical analysis), introductory-level experience or higher with modern programming languages and platforms, and knowledge of databases and data analysis procedures. Professional experience with industrial chemical production processes and emission monitoring systems, database management, environmental data reporting, and project information management systems is not required, but would be valuable.

ClimeCo embraces diversity and welcomes candidates who contribute to a climate that supports our staff of all identities and backgrounds. We further commit ourselves to an inclusive workplace where we value the perspectives of all employees by recognizing and appreciating their unique skills and talents. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

Key responsibilities include:

• Support the implementation and management of ClimeCo’s portfolio of industrial emissions reduction projects by performing with data collection, analysis, reporting and verification of emission reduction calculations and project adherence with voluntary compliance standards
• Provide oversite to project partners to ensure compliance with all relevant carbon offset (or other EAC) protocol requirements.
• Prepare technical analyses and perform quality assurance reviews of emission reduction calculations and data reports
• Produce documentation to support procurement, development, and implementation of projects, including procedures, schedules, and deliverables
• Engage with and maintain working relationships with project owners/operators, clients, verification bodies, internal stakeholders, and carbon registries
• Maintain project-related files and update project reporting metrics
• Coordinate verification site visits and travel to support verifications as necessary

Minimum Requirements

• BS/BA in applied mathematics, engineering, engineering technology, physical sciences, or related carbon mitigation fields
• Strong interest in engineered, market-based solutions to global environmental challenges such as climate change and resource scarcity
• Comfortable balancing dynamic processes and priorities while working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficient in Microsoft Office’s suite of programs and software, particularly Excel.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and organizational skills with great attention to organization and detail and ability to communicate findings clearly in writing and verbally
• Ability to create high-quality technical deliverables with minimal oversight
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Occasional business travel as needed, estimated <10% of the time subject to change with ongoing business

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with databases and wiliness to learn new software such as Microsoft Fabric
• Knowledge and experience with modern programming languages
• Experience with project management information systems
• Familiarity with greenhouse gas emission reduction projects and carbon offset registries
• Experience with environmental and industrial monitoring systems, environmental data reporting, project management, and project information management systems