Lead Consultant, Carbon Accounting & Decarbonization

Ramboll Group; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Investment in your development

Leaders you can count on, guided byOur

Being valued for the unique person you

Never being short of inspiration from…

The long-term thinking of a foundation

Job summary

Ramboll is seeking a Lead Consultant for Carbon Accounting & Decarbonization in Boston. You will lead corporate GHG accounting (Scopes 1–3), drive decarbonization initiatives, and manage data for diverse clients within Ramboll’s Air & Climate team.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary groups to integrate climate action with ESG strategies, and support regulatory disclosures while mentoring junior staff in a hybrid Boston office setting.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

GHG inventory calculations

Scope 1-3 emissions

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or related

Tools

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

Lead Consultant, Carbon Accounting & Decarbonization

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the Americas has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design.

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, you may find Ramboll to be an ideal place to start your career. If you can work independently, 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.

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.

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?

We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.

Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll in the Americas

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the Americas has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design.

Where People Flourish

Our mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do. Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company, enabling us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at [e-mail] with such requests.

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