Program Manager & Lead Verifier, Greenhouse Gas

-; Coffeyville (KS); Remote; USD 100,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Program Manager & Lead Verifier for Greenhouse Gas initiatives. This role involves maintaining technical qualifications for GHG standards, conducting audits across the USA and Canada, and enhancing market share through strategic collaboration. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental science and GHG standards, with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively. Join a forward-thinking organization that values sustainability and integrity, and make a significant impact in the field of environmental compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with GHG standards and certifications.
• Earned GHG Lead Auditor certificate and familiarity with climate disclosures.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support GHG verification and validation audits.
• Develop and deliver quality GHG training for internal and external resources.

Skills

GHG Standards Knowledge

Problem Solving

Project Management

Attention to Detail

Report Writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science

Master's Degree in Environmental Science

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Company Description

We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

The Program Manager & Lead Verifier, Greenhouse Gas will pursue and maintain technical qualifications for ISO 14064-1 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) and GHG Protocol organizational footprint family of standards as part of maintaining SGS' larger ANAB accreditation to ISO 14065 and applicable standards. In addition, they will perform both virtual and on-site GHG verification and validation audits in the USA and Canada.

This position is 100% remote.

• Identify, schedule, manage, and support auditors from other affiliates and subcontractors as they perform related virtual and on-site GHG verification and validation audits on behalf of SGS in USA and Canada.
• Participate in annual ANAB witness audits for applicable standards.
• Review and approve client questionnaires, PWS, proposals, and related technical support for related GHG verification and validation.
• Assist auditors, key account specialists (KAS), and finance with client issues.
• Develop, enhance, and ensure delivery of quality related GHG training for internal and external resources, auditors, sales, and operations staff.
• Grow ISO 14064-1 and GHG Protocol organizational footprint market share in the USA and Canada in collaboration with marketing and sales staff. Support marketing and sales staff by developing and delivering related webinars, participating in, and sponsoring related industry trade shows, and other related activities.
• Develop, enhance, and ensure delivery of related advisory services around CDP climate scores, setting Science-Based Targets, and carbon neutrality.

Qualifications

Education and Experience
Required:

• Bachelor's degree (preferred master's degree) in science, environmental, engineering, or relevant discipline
• 5 years of experience with GHG standards (CARB, GHG Protocol, ISO 14064-1, TCFD, CDP)
• Earned GHG Lead Auditor (ISO 14064-1) certificate and experience qualifications as GHG Lead Auditor
• Familiarity with reporting standards and regulatory schemes that include climate disclosures (CSRD, SASB, IFRS S1 & S2, California SB, etc.)

Preferred:

• Master's degree in science, environmental, engineering, or relevant discipline

Licenses/ Certifications

• Required valid US passport or visa and driver's license with the ability to travel and work in the USA and Canada
• Required GHG Lead Auditor (ISO 14064-1) certificate.

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Problem solving, planning, report writing, non-compliance findings, auditing to standards.
• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.

Computer Skills

• Required competency in using Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Travel

• Travels up to 30% of the time, domestically in US and Canada.

Salary - $100,000 - 135,000 (based on experience)

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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