(Senior) Sustainability Project Manager - Regulated Markets

Job Summary

As Sustainability Project Manager at Meo Carbon Solutions (MCS), you will work on key topics of the energy transition, including renewable hydrogen, renewable fuels of non-biological origin (RFNBOs), recycled carbon fuels (RCFs) and low‑carbon fuels. We are looking for someone with a background in chemistry, chemical engineering or a related natural science who wants to combine technical expertise, project management and client advisory work. In this role, you will apply your knowledge of chemical processes, fuel value chains, greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting, sustainability criteria and certification while helping shape practical solutions in the regulated European market.

Responsibilities

• Consult on projects with focus on renewable fuels of non-biological origin (RFNBOs), recycled carbon fuels (RCFs) and further development of related methodologies.
• Take responsibility for the full project lifecycle, including planning, stakeholder management, documentation, controlling and participation in client meetings and project workshops.
• Partly lead and support further development of the ISCC EU certification scheme for RFNBOs and RCFs.
• Partly lead and support integration of further regulatory developments under ISCC EU, such as low‑carbon fuels, including development of new system documents and audit procedures where applicable.
• Serve as the primary point of contact within the team for chemical and technical expertise related to hydrogen and sustainable fuel processing.
• Implement concepts and processes together with MCS customers and support their practical application.
• Support further development of the MCS service portfolio, manage proposals and tenders, and explore new markets and service offerings.
• Represent MCS at national and international events and conferences, give company presentations and build a network of customers and industry contacts.
• Develop customized GHG calculations for entire supply chains, applying different tools and standards to ensure consistent and technically sound results.
• Carry out data research, analysis and evaluations for specific customer requests and prepare reports and market studies.

Qualifications

• M.Sc. or PhD in chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental engineering, natural sciences or a related field.
• At least 4 years of professional experience in industry or academia.
• At least 2 years of professional experience in project management.
• At least 1 year of professional experience in greenhouse gas calculations and/or life cycle assessment (LCA) after graduation.
• Strong interest in hydrogen, sustainable fuels, chemical processes and regulatory developments.
• Excellent English language skills (C2 level, written and spoken).
• Excellent organizational, communication, research and analytical skills.
• Very good ability to explain complex topics, transfer knowledge clearly and design, shape and improve processes.
• Service‑oriented mindset.

Optional / considered an advantage

• Familiarity with net‑zero and climate neutrality frameworks.
• Exposure to certification standards and sustainability schemes.
• Familiarity with carbon footprint calculations and interpretation of results.
• Experience with feasibility studies or technical assessments.

Benefits

• Various team events throughout the year (celebrating diversity, summer team event, Christmas party).
• Close collaboration with sister companies: Meo Carbon Solutions GmbH, GRAS Global Risk Assessment Services, 4C Services, ClimatePal and TYC.
• Opportunity to work independently and shape processes.
• Professional onboarding and frequent feedback sessions.
• Many free language classes.
• Access to technical‑specific and training courses.
• Promotion from within.
• Hybrid set‑up with 4 weeks remote work at a place of choice (after probation).
• Flexible working hours and trust‑based working time.
• 30 vacation days and 3 additional vacation days (Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, Carnival Monday).
• Sabbatical options.
• A generous pension scheme (bAV) aligned with sustainability values.
• JobTicket/Deutschlandticket.
• Annual bonus scheme based on performance.
• Subsidised Urban Sports Club.
• Health weeks promoting healthy habits in personal and professional life.

We are a company with equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, race, gender or any other criteria that is not a professional qualification for an open position.