Associate Energy Engineer

Buro Happold brings together the expertise of world class engineers, economists and consultants to examine cities from a variety of angles, giving our clients a unique picture of the challenges to tackle and the assets and opportunities their city can capitalise on. Working on a diverse range of fascinating projects that cover urban development, infrastructure planning and design, resource management, and programme delivery, our Cities business unit is at the forefront of innovation in the urban environment.

The Energy team specialises in energy system policy, planning, design and delivery at individual scheme, campus, city and regional scales. We work from concept strategy through to detailed design and delivery including energy and power systems modelling, techno-economic analysis, smart grid architecture development and systems design.

Our energy consultancy team offer includes smart energy and electrical power design services to diverse clients such as national, regional and local government, campus and private network owner operators and utilities. This includes advisory services to clients working with them to develop strategy, think beyond business as usual and take them through the energy journey.

Our very strong portfolio of work includes advising clients on how best to provide utilities to their proposed development. We provide commercial, regulatory and cost advice to both suppliers and customers on heating/cooling/power and ESCo arrangements.

Example projects include:

• Innovative low carbon schemes including waste heat from the sewage treatment process, minewater and deep geothermal
• International masterplan schemes in Middle East, Europe and beyond
• UK based large scale industrial and mixed use developments
• County and region-wide renewable studies
• Much more!

Required Skills

• Degree level, or equivalent, in either and Engineering or Commercial/Financial discipline.
• Ability to manage themselves effectively across multiple projects including project and programme management skills, ideally with some experience of working as a consultant.
• Ability to determine initial customer requirements and ensure this is used effectively to determine the best outcome for a development.
• Strong numerical analysis and modelling skills
• Knowledge, experience and understanding of utility infrastructure.
• Understanding of the regulation of utilities in the UK and other jurisdictions and an ability to think outside the box when working in non-liberalised market structures
• Understanding of delivering projects / deals in the energy, utilities or infrastructure sectors.
• Experience liaising with a range of stakeholders, organising and participating in workshops.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to communicate technical subjects to technical and non-technical audiences

Desirable skills

• Preparation of tender documents, commercial model proformas, key contractual terms, risk allocation approaches and evaluation criteria
• An understanding of different utility infrastructure systems
• Business case development
• Understanding of the market and supply chain for utility infrastructure including power/smart grid, water, wastewater, district energy, comms and drainage in the UK and other jurisdictions
• Knowledge and experience of customer care, metering and billing services

Apply now and be where exceptional is everywhere.

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A place for everyone

Buro Happold values individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of the way you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.
Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.

We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing difference allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.