Job Description
Meo Carbon Solutions is an independent consulting company focusing on sustainability advancement. We support public and private sector clients worldwide in the strategic orientation and implementation of goal-oriented measures towards more sustainable production pathways and ecologically and socially responsible business activities. Our aim is to help clients achieve carbon-neutrality and net-zero by developing corporate sustainability strategies, calculating product and company carbon footprints as well as implementing sustainability measures, emission compensation and carbon trading. We are also involved in the development and implementation of sustainability standards to ensure sustainable value chains and social compliance.
Our close-knit team of dedicated, supportive, and highly motivated professionals at MEO come from a variety of backgrounds, which contributes to the diverse and dynamic work environment. We all work together with a shared enthusiasm for sustainability and a common objective. We look forward to having you join our team at the ISCC headquarters in Cologne if you think we are a good fit for you.
Meo Carbon Solutions is an independent consulting company focusing on sustainability advancement. Our activities and impact are expanding and our teams are growing exponentially since the last 2 years. This is why the Carbon Footprint Improvement team, specifically the Energy Markets & Circular Economy team of experts are looking forward to welcome you as Project Manager – GHG Emissions Calculation at Meo headquarters in Cologne.
The Project Manager – GHG Emissions Calculation has the objective to lead and oversee projects focused on greenhouse gas (GHG) calculations and sustainability reporting. This includes managing project timelines, resources, and deliverables to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant GHG assessments aligned with regulatory and organizational sustainability targets. The Project Manager works independently and collaborates with internal (cross-functional) teams and external stakeholders to track progress, drive effective communication, streamline data processes, and build and maintain industry network and visibility for MCS.They will also provide input for process optimization, contribute to business development measures and KPIs and implement state-of-the-art technology and GHG methods.
If you are passionate about sustainability and would like to join our highly motivated and diverse teams to make a difference, we are looking forward to your application!
Your main duties will be:
- Responsible for consulting projects with a focus on circular economy, bioeconomy, renewable fuels and energy, chemical products and many more
- Develop customized greenhouse gas calculations for entire supply chains applying different tools and standards
- Perform data research, analysis and evaluations for specific customer requests and the preparation of reports and market studies
- Perform in-depth analyses and benchmarks of different governmental regulations on GHG accounting for the aforementioned markets and support transmission into certification systems
- Implement the concepts and processes together with our customers
- Support the further development of our service portfolio and manage proposals and tenders
- Responsible for the whole project lifecycle including scheduling, stakeholder management, documentation, controlling, preparation and participation in client meetings and project workshops (in-person and virtual)
- Perform company presentations at public national and international events
- Mentoring of Junior Project Manager within the GHG team
- University degree in environmental management, economics, environmental engineering, chemistry, energy management, sustainability or other related fields
- At least 2 years professional experience after graduation
- At least 1 year of relevant professional experience in greenhouse gas calculations for international supply chains after graduation
- Good knowledge in RED methodology, GHG Protocol or similar standards for different products
- Good professional experience in project management
- Additional experience in following areas of advantage: Lifecycle Assessments (impact category climate), sustainability certification, EU-ETS, EU regulations and policy consulting
- Excellent English language skills (written and spoken)
- Basic German language skills (written and spoken)
- Excellent copy-writing skills
- Excellent PC and Office user skills
- Excellent general IT proficiency
- Excellent presentation skills
- Very good project management skills
- Very good communication skills and approachability
- Excellent integrity, confidentiality and reliability
- Very good organizational skills and independent working – prioritizing ability
We are an international and diverse team of passionate and experienced experts, joining forces for a sustainable future! We believe that our team is our core asset and we support our people as best we can.
To help you build your future and thrive with us, we offer:
Great Team Environment
- Various team events throughout the year (Celebrating Diversity, Summer Team Event, Christmas Party)
- Close collaboration with our sister companies Meo Carbon Solutions GmbH, GRAS Global Risk Assessment Services, 4C Services and ClimatePal, giving you even more development opportunities
- Professional onboarding to help you have an ideal start with us
- Frequently feedback sessions to ensure a high quality of communication and mutual reflection
- Many free language classes
- Access to several technical specific as well as training courses
- The opportunity to work independently and shape processes
- We promote from within!
- Hybrid set-up
- 4 weeks remote work at a place of choice (after probation)
- Flexible working hours and trust based working time
- 30 vacation days and 3 additional vacation days (Christmas eve, new year's eve, carnival monday)
- Sabbatical options
- A generous pension scheme (bAV) in line with our sustainability values
- JobTicket/Deutschlandticket
- Annual bonus scheme based on performance
- Subsidized Urban Sports Club
- Active Break scheme with weekly Yoga sessions
- Health weeks promoting healthy habits in personal and professional life