Description

Arbonics is expanding its Project Development team and is seeking a Carbon Project Developer with strong technical writing expertise to lead the preparation of Verra‑compliant Project Design Documents (PDDs) for afforestation/reforestation and other nature‑based carbon projects.

The first project will focus on a VM0047 afforestation project, but the role will extend to supporting additional projects across Arbonics portfolio.

This is a hybrid role combining technical carbon project development and stakeholder collaboration. In addition to leading the research and preparation of PDD documentation, you will support commercial teams in evaluating and acquiring new commercial opportunities.

You will become the technical expert representing Arbonics in discussions with landowners, partners, and project stakeholders, helping answer detailed questions about project eligibility, methodology requirements, and carbon accounting.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys deep technical work but also thrives in collaborative environments and is comfortable participating in complex discussions across project development, due diligence, and land acquisition processes.

Key Responsibilities

Carbon project development

Lead the preparation of Verra (or other carbon standard) compliant Project Design Documents (PDDs)
Conduct research and analysis supporting baseline establishment, additionality, leakage, and monitoring plans
Coordinate internally to gather required datasets, modeling inputs, and documentation
Ensure project documentation aligns with Verra VCS standards and validation requirements
Prepare documentation for project validation and verification processes

Technical expertise in project development

Support the evaluation of new land opportunities for carbon projects
Provide technical insight into project feasibility and methodology eligibility
Work closely with commercial teams during early‑stage project assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Participate in discussions with landowners, partners, and carbon credit buyers
Provide technical explanations regarding project design, methodology requirements, and carbon accounting
Respond to detailed technical questions during due diligence processes
Contribute technical expertise in meetings related to project development, contracting, and negotiations

Requirements

Experience developing carbon projects and writing Project Design Documents (PDDs)
Familiarity with Verra VCS methodologies, ideally including ARR / afforestation methodologies such as VM0047
Strong technical writing and research skills
Background in forestry, environmental science, carbon markets, ecology, or a related field
Ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to a range of stakeholders
Strong collaboration skills and ability to work across technical and commercial teams
High attention to detail and strong analytical thinking

Nice to have

Experience with afforestation or nature‑based carbon projects
Familiarity with validation and verification processes
Experience working with forestry datasets, GIS, or carbon modeling tools
Experience engaging with landowners or project partners
Knowledge of Scottish forestry systems or land management is a strong asset

Benefits

Base salary depending on the experience
Equity (if working full time)
Remote‑first, flexible working – our office is in Tallinn, Estonia
High autonomy and real ownership over your domain
Health, training, and development package
The chance to do work that contributes to solving the climate crisis

Other details

Contract: 12-month fixed‑term contract, with the possibility of extension upon successful completion and continued project development needs.

Location: Remote (Europe preferred)

Start: As soon as possible

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