Company Description We are a collaborative network of members from across the built environment sector, including policy-makers, architects, builders, developers, academics, students, manufacturers, engineers, educators, artists, and journalists. Formed after a founding summit in November 2023, our work centers on the question of how to rapidly scale plant-based materials in the Northeast. We share a commitment to addressing the disruption of the climate crisis through bold, regenerative approaches.

Our community believes systems-level challenges demand cross-disciplinary, creative responses that think beyond conventional frameworks. Applicants join a mission-driven group focused on innovation, climate resilience, and inclusive collaboration.

Role Description The Freelance role is a part-time, hybrid position based in Surat, with flexibility for some work-from-home tasks. The individual will support ongoing projects related to plant-based materials and the built environment, including coordination with diverse stakeholders, documentation of initiatives, and assistance with research and outreach activities. Day-to-day responsibilities may involve preparing project summaries, supporting event or meeting logistics, updating shared resources and communications, and contributing to creative,



cross-disciplinary collaborations.

The role requires regular online collaboration and periodic in-person engagement in Surat to participate in local meetings, workshops, or site visits.

Qualifications

- Ability to conduct structured research, synthesize information, and present findings clearly.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse professional and community audiences.
- Comfort working in cross-disciplinary teams and collaborating with stakeholders from policy, design, construction, and academia.
- Organizational skills for managing multiple part-time tasks, deadlines, and hybrid work commitments.
- Interest or experience in climate action, sustainable materials, or the built environment is strongly preferred.
- Proficiency with common digital collaboration tools (e.g., video conferencing, shared documents, project management platforms).
- Self-motivated, able to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining transparent communication.
- Relevant education or practical experience in fields such as urban planning, architecture, engineering, environmental studies, communications, or related disciplines is an asset.

📌 Freelanc (Surat)
🏢 Bio-Based Materials Collective
📍 Surat