Senior Consultant – LCA & Product Carbon Footprint Specialist

Nexio Projects; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainability consultancy in Rotterdam seeks a Senior Consultant – LCA & Product Carbon Footprint Specialist to join its team. This role involves delivering high-quality technical analyses and engaging with clients on sustainability projects. Candidates should have over 5 years of climate consulting experience and a strong background in life cycle assessments. A passion for sustainability and strategic thinking are essential for this mid-senior level position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in climate consulting.
• Proven client account management and relationship nurturing.
• Experience engaging with C-suite clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct LCAs for products and organisations.
• Support commercial teams with technical content.
• Deliver accurate LCA and carbon footprint calculations.

Skills

Climate consulting experience

Client account management

Technical expertise in life cycle emissions

Engaging senior audiences

Fluent in English

Tools

LCA software (e.g. SimaPro, GABI)

Excel modeling

Job description

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About Nexio Projects

At Nexio Projects, we’re on a mission to accelerate the transition from compliance to purpose. As Benelux’s highest-rated B Corp Way consultancy and EcoVadis Platinum medalist for over 5 years, our diverse and entrepreneurial team empowers organisations to build a future‑proof world. We set the standard in helping clients turn bold sustainability ambitions into measurable results.

The Role

As a Climate Senior Consultant specialising in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and carbon footprinting, you'll support project teams and work hands‑on with clients to deliver high‑quality technical analyses and actionable sustainability insights.

• Project Delivery:
• Conduct LCAs for products and organisations based on ISO 14040/14044, supporting project leads in modelling and presenting results.
• Support projects involving PACT (Partnership for Carbon Transparency) or similar supply chain data harmonisation frameworks.
• Contribute to client presentations and respond to technical queries regarding LCA, carbon footprinting, and agriculture approaches if applicable.
• Calculate and interpret carbon footprints, including Scope 1, 2, and especially Scope 3, using the GHG Protocol.
• Assist in the preparation of recommendations for decarbonisation, science‑based targets (SBTi), and climate risk assessments.
• Ensure quality and consistency in all analysis, documentation, and client‑facing deliverables.
• Use and learn advanced Excel modelling and LCA software (e.g. SimaPro, GABI, Eco-chain, etc.); a willingness to develop programming/data analysis skills is welcomed.
• Strong data management skills including data architecture, process mapping and implementing control measures (for pre‑assurance).
• Client Engagement & Commercial Involvement:
• Support communication of technical concepts in an accessible way for clients.
• Collaborate with the commercial and sales teams by providing technical content and participating in the preparation of pitches, proposals, and sales materials.
• Deliver technical support to the sales team during meetings with prospective clients and support the design of solution approaches.
• Participate in sector benchmarking and regulatory compliance research, adding value to sales enablement materials.
• Work closely with consultants, project leads, and the sales team, actively developing your LCA, carbon accounting, and consultancy skills.
• Participate in internal knowledge‑sharing and commercial upskilling sessions.
• Embrace continuous learning toward future leadership of LCA, PACT, and agri‑footprinting projects.

What You’ll Achieve (First 12 Months)

• Delivered accurate LCA and carbon footprint calculations for a variety of client projects.
• Supported winning proposals, sales presentations, and successful client pitches with strong technical contributions.
• Delivered thought leadership contributions and mentored colleagues, strengthening project management and climate consultancy capabilities.

Your Profile

• 5+ years experience in Climate consulting (business development and client leadership is ideal).
• Proven client account management, nurturing long‑term relationships.
• Credible technical expertise in life cycle emissions and climate sustainability.
• Adept at engaging senior audiences and C‑suite clients.
• Experience managing and mentoring consultancy professionals.
• Strategic thinker with a record of shaping new offerings and driving growth.
• Skilled communicator, able to represent Nexio Projects externally.
• Fluent in English (Dutch and/or French highly desirable; other languages a plus).
• Drive impact at scale, influencing industry‑wide change.
• Shape strategy, mentor colleagues, and expand Nexio’s market leadership.
• Investment in your learning and career growth.
• Mission‑driven, inclusive culture in a multinational team.
• Commit to helping organisations accelerate the transition from compliance to purpose.

Belonging & Inclusion

We believe diversity of talent drives our edge. If you are passionate about sustainability, thrive in senior client‑facing roles, and want to shape both teams and industries, we want to talk, whoever you are and wherever you come from.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales

Industries: Business Consulting and Services

Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands