AddressAbout Fresh Coast
At Fresh Coast Climate Solutions, we work to reverse climate change by helping clients achieve bold, equitable, and impactful solutions. We coach a diverse set of private sector and NGO clients toward smarter and more impactful sustainability practices. We are looking for team members that share a similar passion and vision and who are excited to work on challenging issues, tackle something for the first time, and come to the table with bold and transformative solutions.
Roles and Responsibilities
Fresh Coast Climate Solutions is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented lifecycle assessment (LCA) Lead with a passion for sustainability. Reporting to our Technical Director, the LCA Lead will deliver on scientific and technical project requirements to help our clients advance meaningfully and confidently in their sustainability journey. You will work toward a more just, climate future by conducting Life Cycle assessments (LCA) for products and processes, general greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting, carbon avoidance due diligence, project feasibility analysis, among other responsibilities. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire Life Cycle assessment process from data collection through interpretation. As an LCA lead, you will build client-facing models and presentations and generate actionable recommendations for clients. You will be a key contact for our diverse clientele, guaranteeing the success of projects in a timely manner and within budget. As the LCA Lead, you will be a vital part of Fresh Coast Climate Solutions as we continue to build our climate technical capabilities and find transformative solutions to the climate crisis.
You are the best candidate for this position because you are:
- Able to identify problems, but are adept at coming to the table with ideas and solutions, including new ideas that have never been attempted before.
- You are a life-long learner, appreciate a good challenge, and enjoy trying new things.
- You are a true believer that diversity makes us stronger and more impactful.
Required Qualifications:
- Passion and demonstrated commitment for the climate and social, racial, gender, and environmental justice
- Bachelor's Degree in environmental science, engineering, sustainability, or a related field
- At least 3 years of experience completing LCAs, preferably in a corporate or consulting setting
- In depth knowledge of LCA methodologies, tools, and databases
- At least 3 years of experience completing high quality technical sustainability projects and deliverables to clients
- Robust analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication, organization, and prioritization skills
- Collaborative, team-oriented approach to working with colleagues and clients
- Ability to convey complex topics in a succinct and purposeful manner
- Desire and aptitude to learn and grow in this role, including staying updated on industry trends and advancements in LCA
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in environmental science, engineering, or a related field
- LCACP certified
- Experience recruiting and securing new LCA clients
- Experience working in diverse and frontline environmental justice communities
- Experience working in the manufacturing sector
Salary and Benefits
Compensation: $80-$110k depending on experience and qualifications
Location: Remote
Hours: Approx. 35-40 hours a week, with significant flexibility
Benefits:
- Unlimited PTO with a minimum of 3 weeks per year
- Employer-funded medical, dental and insurance for full-time and part-time exempt employees
- 401k plan with Betterment, offering climate-conscious investment options
- 13 paid holidays, with a focus on prioritizing holidays that celebrate diversity, equality, and service, and the ability to flex depending on cultural or religious preference.
- Parental, medical, personal, and bereavement leave
This position also offers:
- A chance to be at the table with visionary leaders and work to address the climate crisis
- Up-close experience with the process of growing an early-stage venture
- Mentorship from a world-class team of climate professionals
- Opportunities for growth (training and professional development, as well as growth within the company)
- A workplace culture of deep respect, humor, support, etc.
EEOC Statement:
Fresh Coast Climate Solutions is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace centered on equity and providing an inclusive, welcoming, and culturally responsive environment for all members of our team, our partners, and clients.
We strongly encourage BIPOC folks, women, LGBTQ+ folks, and people with disabilities to apply. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior contact with the criminal legal system, or any other basis prohibited by law.
