Senior GHG Project Consultant at Montrose Environmental Group Inc. in Richmond, Virginia

Job Description:

ABOUT YOU



Are you passionate about the environment and ready to join an inclusive workplace, committed to leading new ideas and pathways and to delivering value? If the answer is, "Yes!" then we have an exciting career opportunity for you as a Senior GHG Project Consultant (Remote within
Northern Appalachia).




Who are we? Montrose is a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients' decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.


We have over 135 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia and are approaching 3,000 employees - all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.


The Montrose Environmental Solutions (MES) team delivers solutions for complex environmental challenges using our regulatory expertise and implementing practical and cost-effective compliance management processes and programs. We specialize in addressing our clients' major concerns related to regulatory compliance, permitting, auditing, eco-services, assessment, remediation, emergency response, waste management, and legal enforcement. Our team consists of highly trained and experienced engineers, scientists, environmental and remediation specialists, geologists, hydrogeologists, chemists, biologists, and environmental compliance specialists working with public and private sector clients, providing comprehensive solutions. We also offer world-class advisory and specialty services. Our experts take a strategic approach to address broader environmental goals, including sustainability program development, data-driven decision-making using economics and ecology expertise, data management and validation, software strategy and implementation support, chemistry quality assurance, and Environment, Health, Safety, and Security (EHSS) auditing.



A DAY IN THE LIFE



This is a REMOTE position open to candidates throughout the Eastern U.S., with preference given to candidates who reside in and/or have significant experience in executing projects in Northern Appalachia.


As an essential member of our team, you will drive impactful initiatives in greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory, monitoring, reporting, verification (MRV), and assurance work for oil and gas companies. You'll play a key role in developing and reporting on ESG strategies, delivering independent third-party verification services, and providing specialized support on client accreditation, reduction, and quantification projects. Successful candidates will pair technical savvy related to data management and project implementation, with expertise in carbon auditing and accounting, and the ability to think creatively, strategically, and critically to successfully support multiple projects simultaneously.


You will be responsible for supporting a variety of our ongoing GHG, MRV, and accreditation projects including but not limited to the following:

• Natural gas accreditation/certification efforts including but not limited to the MiQ and Equitable Origin (EO100) standards
  
  


• The application of various GHG and Methane-specific protocols and MRV reconciliation and data analysis
  
  


• Regulatory applicability analyses include state, local, and federal regulations
  
  


• Independent third-party auditing
  
  


• Project management
  
  

Additional responsibilities may include:

• Development and integration of tools and software to meet client expectations
  
  


• Integration with partner software platforms to support client information and data transfer
  
  


• Incentives and grant research
  
  


• Working with colleagues to achieve specific project outcomes.
  
  

YOUR EXPERTISE AND SKILLS



We are a dynamic and entrepreneurial consulting firm. We are looking for new team members who have demonstrated technical excellence and exceptional problem-solving abilities, communication, and interpersonal skills. To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.



Skills:

• Analytical ability and problem-solving
  
  


• Effective written and verbal communication
  
  


• A high level of professionalism, ethics, and collaboration
  
  


• Fundamental math, statistics, and science competencies (e.g., unit conversions, use of formulas, data evaluation)
  
  


• Limited subject matter expertise in one or more sustainability topics
  
  


• Proficiency with MS Office suite (e.g., Teams / Word/ Excel/ Outlook / SharePoint / PowerBI / Visio) and time/expense tracking software
  
  


• Understanding of software and tools applicable to your expertise (e.g., LCA tools, ArcGIS, relevant GHG protocols)
  
  

Requirements:

• B.S. or above in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Public Policy, Planning, Engineering, or related discipline
  
  


• 8-12 years of experience in oil and gas operations, GHG consulting, MRV and auditing
  
  


• Effective personal time management skills for handling multiple projects
  
  


• Ability to establish and maintain long-term working relationships with clients and co-workers
  
  


• This role may require field work that can include climbing staircases, walking or working on uneven surfaces, and the ability to lift light loads
  
  


• Experience working at upstream, midstream and/or downstream O&G facilities
  
  


• OSHA 40 hr HAZWOPER is useful industry training credentials
  
  


• Ability and flexibility to travel (about 5-10%)
  
  

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU



As a key member of our team, you can expect:

• Competitive compensation package: annual salary ranging from $90,000 - $130,000, commensurate with accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography.
  
  


• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  
  


• 401k with a competitive 4% employer match.
  
  


• Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career.
  
  


• Direct exposure to our industry's leading experts who are solving the world's toughest environmental challenges.
  
  


• An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive, and collaborate with talented colleagues.
  
  


• Opportunities to engage and contribute to our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups.
  
  


• Progressive vacation policies, company holidays, and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance.
  
  


• A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation.
  
  


• Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans.
  
  


• Volunteer Committees (Humanitarian, Wellness, Sustainability), and much more.
  
  

MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER



We are a rapidly growing company that values individual leadership, initiative, and impactful decision-making and provides you with support from talented and knowledgeable colleagues and service providers. Want to know more about us? Visit montrose-env.com and have fun! If this opportunity inspires you and our Core Values (People, Integrity, Continuous Improvement, Excellence) resonate with you, then apply today!


Montrose is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Montrose is committed to recruiting and hiring qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Montrose is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities. Apply Now