Manager, Carbon Accounting

FortisBC is hiring a Manager, Carbon Accounting in Vancouver, BC. The role involves leading a team of environmental professionals to ensure compliance with GHG reporting requirements, developing GHG quantification models, and collaborating with stakeholders. Candidates should have a degree in science or engineering and 8-10 years of relevant experience. The position offers workplace flexibility but is not fully remote.
Branch:
Gas
Affiliation:
Management & Exempt
Employment Status:
Full-Time Regular
Salary Min: $ Annually
Salary Max: $ Annually
Short-term Incentive Eligible:
Yes
Workplace Flexibility:
Yes
Posting End Date:
Open until filled

As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.2 million customers.

We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of transforming B.C.'s energy landscape. As one of with a diverse team of over 2,600 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.

Position Overview

You're someone with an analytical mindset who loves to work with numbers and turn them into meaningful, actionable items. You thrive in both independent and collaborative work environments, leveraging the strengths of each to find innovative solutions to problems that drive our business forward.

As a manager, carbon accounting, you'll manage a team of environmental professionals as a subject matter expert on all things related to greenhouse gas (GHG) and criteria air contaminant reporting. Reporting to senior manager, carbon management, this position focuses on ensuring regulatory and non-regulatory compliance requirements associated with GHG reporting are met.

So, if you're ready to roll up your sleeves and make a real impact, join us in transforming B.C.’s energy future.

In this role, you will:
• Become a subject matter expert on sources of GHG emissions within the organization by developing an in-depth understanding of the various asset types (distribution, transmission, liquid natural gas), operational activities and processes, and GHG quantification techniques related to these assets.
• Develop strong relationships and work collaboratively with a variety of external and internal stakeholders, ensuring all regulatory and non-regulatory compliance requirements are met.
• Take the lead on driving strategic initiatives forward, including grant writing, GHG reduction technologies, and technical support on major projects, financial initiatives, and other carbon management systems within the organization.
• Refine existing GHG quantification models and processes for data collection, tracking, and management. Additionally, you will provide support for forecasting and analyzing GHG emissions.
• Collaborate with other natural gas utilities on the development of GHG quantification and reduction technology for the natural gas distribution sector.

What it takes:
• A bachelor’s degree in science or engineering or a related discipline from an accredited university, plus a minimum of eight to 10 years of recent and related experience.
• A professional designation such as professional engineer, certified professional accountant, professional chemist, or in a related field.
• An equivalent combination of education, related training, and experience may be considered.
• A detail-oriented approach to your work with the ability to process large volumes of data and translate it into meaningful items.
• Experience with GHG quantification and modeling software such as OpenLCA, GHGenius, Workiva, or HIS Sphera.
• A demonstrated ability to conduct research to resolve problems related to the quantification of GHG emissions or savings for Major Projects, Engineering and operations, and carbon trading programs.

In this role, you will have the option to participate in a flexible work program, enabling you to work from an approved flex location in British Columbia up to 85 days a year (equivalent to approximately two days a week), subject to business or operational needs.

Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.

To learn more about the recruitment process with Fortis

BC, please visit the page for additional information.

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