Carbon Project Development Lead

Anthesis Esp; Netherlands; Remote; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Global project exposure

Collaborative work culture

Professional development

Job summary

Anthesis is seeking a Senior Carbon Project Developer in the Netherlands to lead and execute carbon project development across sectors, including renewable energy, waste, and nature-based solutions. You’ll contribute to design, MRV, reporting, and stakeholder engagement while advancing a diverse, globally distributed project portfolio. The role emphasizes collaboration, learning, and real-world climate impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in a relevant field (applied sciences, environmental engineering, or related)
• Minimum 3 years' experience in carbon project development, including drafting PDDs and overseeing MRV cycles
• Strong collaborative spirit and ability to contribute to a positive, inclusive team culture
• Eagerness to learn and tackle new challenges in dynamic settings
• English proficiency; Dutch or other languages are a plus

Responsibilities

• Design carbon feasibility studies and develop Project Design Documents (PDDs)
• Assess emissions baselines and conduct surveys
• Support validation, MRV (verification) processes under standards like Verra VCS and Gold Standard
• Engage with project owners, clients, and verification bodies across locations
• Coordinate deliverables, quality reviews, and project certification
• Source and evaluate new project opportunities with partners

Skills

English communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in applied sciences/environmental engineering

Tools

PDD drafting

MRV processes

Job description

Anthesis is seeking a Senior Carbon Project Developer in the Netherlands to lead and execute carbon project development across sectors, including renewable energy, waste, and nature-based solutions. You’ll contribute to design, MRV, reporting, and stakeholder engagement while advancing a diverse, globally distributed project portfolio. The role emphasizes collaboration, learning, and real-world climate impact.