Principal Consultant, Life Cycle Assessment & Decarbonization
Geosyntec Consultants
Lead LCA and decarbonization consulting, managing projects, business development, and client engagement.
7 days ago ago
$133,820 - $205,190
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
San Francisco, CA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,400 Employees
Service Specialisms
Environmental Services
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Geotechnical Services
Risk Assessment
Water Resources
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
What you would be doing
lca modeling
carbon quantification
techno‑economic
data management
project management
client reporting
- Perform a variety of other technical analyses, including techno-economic assessments, tangent climate and carbon-related project assessments and advisement, sustainability program support, data management and methodologies, and QA/QC;
- Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.
- Manage projects and staff, including providing technical leadership and oversight, risk management, and mentoring;
- Maintain high visibility in the marketplace through regular client contact, participation in client-based professional organizations, and attendance and presentations at industry events;
- Communicate actionable information to clients through reports, presentations, and workshops;
- Serve as a subject matter expert on the development, implementation, and execution of life cycle assessment (LCA) strategies, approaches, models, and methodologies for regulatory applications (e.g., low carbon fuel standard (LCFS) and US EPA renewable fuel standard (RFS) carbon intensity and pathways), international and voluntary frameworks, and environmental product declarations (EPD);
- Work closely with staff in other offices;
- Serve in a leadership role for the company culture and values across the organization.
- Business development, project management and technical lead for life cycle assessment and carbon quantification projects relating to incentive and regulatory programs;
- Develop ISO 14040/44-compliant LCA models and study reports;
- Act as a senior technical consultant and strategist providing expertise and leadership in the form of project management, project technical consultant, regulatory subject matter expert, or senior QA/QC reviewer on climate change-related projects;
- Guide LCAs through external third-party critical review process;
- Assist in recruiting and training additional staff; and
What you bring
greet
lca software
advanced degree
p.e.
10+ yrs
communication
- Overnight travel: Typically, approximately 10%
- Advanced degree in engineering. (preferred)
- Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)
- Strong data management and computational skills.
- Experience performing LCA assessments and reporting, including knowledge of current tools and trends.
- Expert knowledge and application of the Argonne National Laboratory GREET model and state-specific versions, as well as experience with other commercial LCA software (e.g., SimaPro, openLCA, and GaBi);
- At least 10 years of professional and project management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
- Proven experience in client relationship management, sales, and business development
- CARB-accredited LCFS lead verifier or similar. (preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in environmental, mechanical or chemical engineering or a similar engineering discipline. (required)
- Extensive knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, and high-level modeling tools.
- Professional registration (i.e., P.E.). (preferred)
- Ability to apply LCA results within relevant climate regulations to identify value-creation opportunities.
- Knowledge of industry standards and frameworks including Greenhouse Gas Protocol, ISO 14067, SBTi, TCFD, and CDP.
- Fieldwork: For this position, approximately 5%
- Life Cycle Assessment Certified Professional (LCACP). (preferred)
- Experience working with LCA verification agencies.
- Prior experience in LCA and carbon footprinting.
- Regional visibility through involvement in professional associations or trade organizations. (preferred)
- Understand technical client needs and provide sustainable solutions that are practical and consider the costs and benefits of carbon management and GHG strategies and options;
- Candidates must currently hold and maintain valid U.S. work authorization. New H-1B visa lottery and employment based green card sponsorship are not available for this position.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Minimum Salary: $146,565/year / Maximum Salary: $205,190/year (San Francisco, CA, Acton, MA)
- Training: We offer professional development opportunities, such as technical conferences, in-house seminars, webinars, and mentoring, which allows our professionals to build the technical and business skills necessary to become successful consultants.
- Minimum Salary: $133,820/year/ Maximum Salary: $187,350/year (Denver, CO, Chicago, IL)
- Minimum Salary: $140,195/year/ Maximum Salary: $196,275/year (San Diego, CA, Costa Mesa, CA, Seattle, WA)
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship- no h-1b visa lottery or employment‑based green card sponsorship offered.
- candidates must already have valid u.s. work authorization.
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Company
Overview
- Founded with a vision to solve complex environmental and engineering challenges.
- Specializes in addressing complex environmental, geotechnical, and water resource issues.
- Provides innovative solutions in areas like water management, environmental remediation, and industrial risk management.
- Has built a strong reputation in industries including infrastructure, energy, and commercial development.
- Known for working on diverse projects, from contaminated site cleanups to complex water systems.
- Focuses on developing sustainable solutions that improve the environmental and industrial landscape.
- Our mission is to help clients succeed through delivering exceptional service and best-value solutions for their endeavors involving the environment, natural resources, and infrastructure.
- Collaboration and mentoring are cornerstones of our culture.
- We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career here will be too.
- We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.
- We operate under a sell-manage-do culture, and so we expect that you'll work on challenging technical projects while leveraging your existing knowledge and experience.
- We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse environment for all our employees, clients, partners, and the communities that we serve.
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ENR Ranking
Recognized by ENR as a leading environmental engineering design firm, highlighting expertise in sustainable solutions.
- Global technical action groups collaborate across the company on environment-focused innovation.
- Offer well-being programs supporting staff, indirectly aiding sustainable practice through staff retention and focus.
- Implemented health & safety training and medical monitoring across operations to minimize ecological and human impact.
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