Climate Change Consultant – 6‑Month Contract (with option to extend)

Job Title: Climate Change Consultant – 6‑Month Contract (with option to extend)
Location: Vancouver, BC
Salary: $55–$85 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time

Our client is a leading professional services organization that supports major public and private sector clients in advancing their climate strategy, greenhouse gas (GHG) management, and sustainability reporting capabilities. They are seeking an experienced Climate Change Consultant to join their team on a 6‑month contract, with the possibility of extension based on project needs and performance. This role is ideal for professionals who have hands‑on experience with climate change initiatives, GHG quantification, and environmental data analysis, and who want to contribute to impactful climate‑related advisory work.

The successful candidate will support climate‑focused projects, including emissions measurement, climate risk assessments, and sustainability reporting activities. This position requires strong analytical skills, familiarity with climate frameworks, and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates will work in a structured consulting environment where accuracy, clarity, and technical rigor are essential.

What You’ll Do

• Support climate change and GHG‑related advisory projects
• Conduct greenhouse gas quantification, analysis, and reporting
• Assist in developing climate strategies, mitigation plans, and emissions reduction pathways
• Contribute to sustainability and ESG reporting activities as needed
• Analyze environmental data and prepare supporting documentation
• Research climate‑related regulations, frameworks, and emerging trends
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather data and validate assumptions
• Support client‑facing deliverables, presentations, and technical reports

Qualifications

• Experience in climate change analysis or climate‑related consulting (required)
• Hands‑on experience with greenhouse gas measurement or reporting (required)
• Knowledge of sustainability reporting frameworks (nice to have)
• Familiarity with ESG criteria and related disclosure standards (nice to have)
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
• Ability to work independently in a structured project environment
• Strong communication and documentation abilities

What’s in It for You

• 6‑month contract with competitive hourly rate ($55–$85/hr depending on experience)
• Opportunity for contract extension based on performance and project demand
• Work on meaningful climate and sustainability initiatives
• Exposure to high‑impact advisory projects across diverse sectors
• Collaborative environment with experienced climate and ESG professionals

How to Apply: Please send your resume to Patrick Kehoe at pkehoe@burkerecruiting.com.