Buro Happold · 5 days ago
Associate | Climate Strategy & Mitigation Specialist
Boston, MA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $145K/yr
7+ years expBuro Happold is focused on shaping the cities and built environment of the future. They are seeking a Climate Strategy & Mitigation Specialist to lead complex climate-related projects, conduct research, and deliver high-quality materials for clients in various sectors.
ConstructionSmart Building
Responsibilities
Lead complex climate-related projects for external clients, such as climate action plans, GHG inventories, sustainability plans, and other projects focused on mitigation and/or resiliency
Manage climate-related projects, including developing project work plans, scopes, timelines, costing, and specific analyses to be completed
Manage internal teams and external sub consultants, providing clear direction, feedback, and structure to engagements
Support business development, by authoring proposals, joining client pitches, and writing scopes of work in collaboration with Buro Happold leadership
Research and provide direction in development of recommendations
Oversee creation of, or personally create and deliver reports, presentations, models, and other deliverable for key stakeholders
Build and maintain relationships with governmental and quasi-governmental entities, private sector clients, civic and community organizations, cultural and professional organizations, and advocacy groups
Facilitate workshops clients around sustainability, resilience, and climate mitigation
Provide overall guidance and management of junior staff
Participate in local Professional Associations
Qualification
Required
A degree in urban planning, urban policy, economics, real estate, sustainability management, engineering, or similar
7-10 years of consulting experience in a climate-, resilience- or sustainability-related field
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
Well-versed in GHG Protocol and carbon accounting approach & frameworks
Well-versed in GHG mitigation strategies and pathway options for achieving Net Zero emissions
Strong quantitative analysis skills and experience delivering projects which include complex data analysis, energy assessments, GHG accounting and forecasting
Ability to manage projects against tight timelines, manage the contributions of internal and external collaborators, and have a proactive and collaborative style
Ability to effectively communicate complex climate mitigation and GHG emissions concepts, in written and oral form, to a diverse range of professionals
Extensive experience with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Preferred
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite products (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
Knowledge of and/or interest in economic development, environmental justice, and urban revitalization
PMP certification or experience with Power BI or Tableau
Benefits
Competitive salary & benefits
Annual discretionary bonus
Generous PTO (4 weeks) in addition to 10 paid holidays
401k with company match
Hybrid working option & summer hours
Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees
Global network of experts
Learning and development opportunities
Company
Buro Happold
Buro Happold is an international, multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Henry Chan
Associate Director
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