Associate | Energy Engineer​/Project Manager

Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.

The Energy and Decarbonization team specializes in energy system planning, design and delivery at the campus, city and regional scales. We work from visioning to concept strategy through detailed design and delivery. The Energy team takes a multidisciplinary approach to project delivery, working together with Buro Happold’s MEP and civil engineering teams to deliver integrated, low‑carbon and resilient energy solutions at every scale.

We are looking for a senior specialist to join our Energy Team in the US, building on our strong track record such as New York City’s Roadmap to 80×50, Geo Micro Districts  work, and Oakland Energy Master Plan. The role is focused primarily on growing our geothermal and thermal energy networks offerings, but you will also support the work of winning and delivering projects, including:

• Energy and infrastructure master plans
• City, state, and regional climate action plans
• Techno‑economic feasibility studies
• Renewable energy and energy storage systems

The candidate will support the team in winning new commissions and leading the delivery of complex, multi‑disciplinary projects for our clients. You will join a rapidly growing global team of over 50 dedicated energy professionals located all around the world.

• Manage internal project teams and external sub‑consultants to deliver quality energy advisory outcomes for a range of client types – including direct‑to‑client opportunities.
• Work with stakeholders and clients to understand key energy challenges through meetings and workshops – including resilience and economic viability – and identify resources across the business to meet them.
• Utilize knowledge and experience in energy system modelling, geothermal, and/or central plant design to guide delivery of innovative, high‑quality project deliverables.
• Produce reports, presentations, models, and drawings to an excellent standard as requested by clients.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
• Leverage network of contacts within organisations that commission energy planning work such as various tiers of government, campus/private network operators, real‑estate developers and utilities to foster strong client relationships and work‑winning opportunities.
• Support Buro Happold’s marketing team and senior leadership in development and delivery of bid proposals and strategic business pursuits.

• Advanced degree or research background in energy systems or similar.
• Bachelor’s Degree level, or equivalent, with emphasis on physical science or engineering background.
• 8+ years’ experience working on large scale, multi‑disciplinary projects in urban development and/or energy infrastructure.
• Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Energy Manager (CEM) certification or similar.
• Experience in managing multi‑disciplinary staff at the project and organisation level.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with clients, develop relationships, and execute successful, innovative project deliverables to clients and relevant stakeholders.
• Experience of energy system design such as geothermal, district heating and cooling, power generation, CHP and renewables.
• Understanding of the market, supply chain, revenue models, and costs associated with energy systems including geothermal, power/smart grid, district energy, energy storage and renewables in the US.
• Strong understanding of energy policy within North America and experience developing evidence‑based policy.
• Effective written and oral communication and presentation skills and ability to communicate complex engineering and planning concepts (i.e., decarbonisation, resilience) effectively to diverse audiences including municipal government, private investors, and community groups.

• Salary range of $115,000 to $150,000 – determined based on geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience.
• Generous benefits package.
• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Gene…