Ramboll

Lead Consultant, Carbon Accounting & Decarbonization

Ramboll$82K — $107K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in relevant field (Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, etc.)
  • Minimum of 3 years in sustainability or decarbonization consulting
  • Expertise in GHG inventory calculations (Scopes 1, 2, and 3)
  • Strong analytical skills and proficiency with spreadsheets and databases
  • Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

Responsibilities

  • Lead GHG accounting and decarbonization for diverse clients
  • Support regulatory and voluntary climate disclosure reporting
  • Conduct emissions analyses and greenhouse gas verification
  • Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and data quality
  • Collaborate with teams on integrating GHG accounting with sustainability strategies

Benefits

  • Investment in your development
  • Leadership support guided by principles
  • Valued for your unique contributions
  • Inspiration from colleagues and clients
  • Sustainability-focused corporate values
Full Job Description
Job Description

Hybrid-based position in our Boston office.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

Are you excited about understanding, interpreting, and navigating complex projects with real-life implications? Are you motivated by creating sustainable change that benefits society and nature? Are you a curious and open-minded person?

Ramboll is seeking a Carbon Accounting & Decarbonization Lead Consultant to join our Boston office Based in Boston's Financial District on Broad Street, our office offers an energizing location with easy access to public transportation and a highly walkable downtown setting. Employees enjoy nearby restaurants, historic landmarks, and local destinations like Faneuil Hall, making it a vibrant and convenient place to work.

If you are technical, self-motivated, and passionate about climate action and sustainability, please apply! If you can work independently, apply analytical skills, and are passionate about climate solutions, then you may find Ramboll to be an ideal place to start your career.

If this sounds like you, or you're curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Air and Climate team and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

As our new Carbon Accounting & Decarbonization Lead Consultant, you will be part of the Air & Climate Global Service Line within Ramboll's Environment & Health Division. Our group consists of energetic, caring individuals who are passionate about helping Ramboll's clients tackle their most challenging problems related to climate change and sustainability. Our team consults with clients across various industries on a range of topics, using technical analyses, including carbon emissions, to inform our client's sustainability approach in areas as varied as: carbon strategy; corporate sustainability initiatives; climate risk evaluation; climate action planning; and regulatory climate disclosures. The individual we seek will: work in multi-disciplinary teams; analyze and communicate information; work cooperatively to guide decision-making; and evolve Ramboll's use of software and emerging technology in our work.

Your key responsibilities will be:
  • Lead corporate GHG accounting (Scopes 1, 2, and 3), decarbonization initiatives, and carbon data management for diverse clients.
  • Support regulatory and voluntary climate disclosure reporting, including California SB 253, GHG Protocol, ISO 14064, and other emerging standards.
  • Provide technical leadership by conducting emissions analyses, Scope 3 assessments, and greenhouse gas verification activities.
  • Ensure high-quality project delivery by managing scope, schedule, budget, data quality, and client expectations.
  • Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to integrate GHG accounting with broader sustainability, climate risk, LCA, and ESG strategies.


Qualifications

About you
  • B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, or a related discipline.
  • 3+ years of sustainability, decarbonization, and consulting experience.
  • Expertise in GHG inventory calculations, including Scope 1-3 emissions accounting in accordance with the GHG Protocol.
  • Strong analytical, communication, organizational, spreadsheet, and database skills.
  • Self-motivated professional with sound judgment and the ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and manage competing priorities.

Other Desirable Skills include:
  • Experience supporting organizations with mandatory climate disclosures, including California SB 253 and emerging U.S. and international GHG reporting requirements.
  • Knowledge of climate accounting standards, methodologies, and reporting frameworks, including GHGP, IFRS S1/S2, CDP, SASB, GRI, GRESB, and PCAF.
  • Professional certifications or formal training in GHG accounting, verification, or related standards (GHGP, WRI, ISO, etc.).
  • Experience with audit, assurance, and GHG verification engagements.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical information effectively to diverse project stakeholders.


Additional Information

What we can offer you
  • Investment in your development
  • Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles
  • Being valued for the unique person you are
  • Never being short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
  • The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company

Salary Transparency Statement

At Ramboll, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices that support our people and our purpose of creating sustainable societies. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $82,500-$107,000per year. This range reflects the compensation we reasonably expect to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. Because we operate across multiple U.S. markets, pay may differ depending on the cost of labor in specific locations. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for bonus, overtime or other forms of compensation and we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being, professional development, and work-life balance. Our recruiters are happy to share more about the specific salary range and total rewards package applicable to your location during the hiring process.

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application with your up-to-date CV. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

About Ramboll

Ramboll is a Danish engineering, architecture and consultancy company founded in 1945. The company employs more than 16,000 experts globally and has especially strong representation in the Nordics, UK, North America, Continental Europe, Middle East and Asia-Pacific. Ramboll provides services within the areas of buildings, transport, planning and urban design, water, environment and health, energy, oil and gas, telecoms, and management consulting. The company is owned by the Ramboll Foundation and has a revenue of approximately EUR 1.5 billion.
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