Technical Due Diligence Consultant
Carbon Direct, Seattle, WA, United States
Carbon Direct is seeking a Technical Due Diligence Consultant to support global carbon projects. Responsibilities include conducting technical assessments, analyzing risks, and engaging with stakeholders. The role is project-based and may involve site visits. Carbon Direct values diverse perspectives and offers remote-friendly work options, emphasizing its mission to help organizations achieve climate action goals.
About Carbon Direct Carbon Direct is a science-first organization that combines technology with deep expertise in climate science, data, and policy to deliver actionable climate strategies. With a team of over 40 scientists, we build trusted, high‑quality carbon strategies and support global decarbonization.
About the Role We are seeking experienced contractors to provide technical due diligence for carbon projects worldwide. Contractors will deliver country‑specific expertise related to projects such as land‑use change, reforestation, improved forest management, biomass sourcing, and related political, regulatory, economic, social and cultural dynamics. The position is contract‑based with variable assignments and optional in‑person site visits.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct technical due diligence, reviewing project documentation, analyzing risks, and assessing regulatory and economic considerations.
Gather and synthesize relevant data, industry trends, and best practices to support project assessments.
Provide subject‑matter expertise on specific project components, such as policy frameworks, stakeholder dynamics, or technical feasibility.
Engage with project teams, partners, and stakeholders to facilitate informed decision‑making.
Participate in site visits when necessary, assisting with interviews, meetings, and field evaluations.
Deliver comprehensive written reports and recommendations based on research and analysis.
Qualifications & Experience
Experience in technical due diligence, impact assessments, or feasibility studies.
Expertise in one or more of the following areas:
Biomass sourcing
Afforestation / Reforestation / Revegetation (ARR)
Agroforestry
Improved Forest Management (IFM)
Biochar
Strong research, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
Prior experience with complex, multi‑stakeholder projects.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus.
Expertise in relevant country and region‑specific policies related to land tenure, carbon rights, and Article 6 is a plus.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a project‑based environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer Carbon Direct is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. We rigorously adhere to our equal employment opportunity policies in all employment decisions, including hiring, compensation and promotion.
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About Carbon Direct Carbon Direct is a science-first organization that combines technology with deep expertise in climate science, data, and policy to deliver actionable climate strategies. With a team of over 40 scientists, we build trusted, high‑quality carbon strategies and support global decarbonization.
About the Role We are seeking experienced contractors to provide technical due diligence for carbon projects worldwide. Contractors will deliver country‑specific expertise related to projects such as land‑use change, reforestation, improved forest management, biomass sourcing, and related political, regulatory, economic, social and cultural dynamics. The position is contract‑based with variable assignments and optional in‑person site visits.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct technical due diligence, reviewing project documentation, analyzing risks, and assessing regulatory and economic considerations.
Gather and synthesize relevant data, industry trends, and best practices to support project assessments.
Provide subject‑matter expertise on specific project components, such as policy frameworks, stakeholder dynamics, or technical feasibility.
Engage with project teams, partners, and stakeholders to facilitate informed decision‑making.
Participate in site visits when necessary, assisting with interviews, meetings, and field evaluations.
Deliver comprehensive written reports and recommendations based on research and analysis.
Qualifications & Experience
Experience in technical due diligence, impact assessments, or feasibility studies.
Expertise in one or more of the following areas:
Biomass sourcing
Afforestation / Reforestation / Revegetation (ARR)
Agroforestry
Improved Forest Management (IFM)
Biochar
Strong research, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
Prior experience with complex, multi‑stakeholder projects.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus.
Expertise in relevant country and region‑specific policies related to land tenure, carbon rights, and Article 6 is a plus.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a project‑based environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer Carbon Direct is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. We rigorously adhere to our equal employment opportunity policies in all employment decisions, including hiring, compensation and promotion.
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