Climate Action & Resilience Lead

Overview

Lead growth & strategy for Climate Action & Resilience advisory in US.

Key Responsibilities

• business development
• strategy alignment
• technical leadership
• service growth
• team leadership
• strategic collaboration

Tasks

-Drive successful business development and client engagement. -Align US efforts with global climate and resiliency strategy. -Lead the strategic direction and growth of the Climate Action & Resilience Advisory service in the US. -Foster a culture of innovation, presence, proactivity, teamwork, and excellence. -Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise. -Collaborate with other team leaders to ensure strategic alignment.

Requirements

• bachelor’s
• master’s
• 15 years
• sustainability frameworks
• climate mitigation
• strategic thinking

What You Bring

-Client-focused mindset and relationship-building expertise. -Experience with sustainability frameworks and reporting standards. -Experience in go-to-market strategy development and growth enablement planning. -Knowledge of social dimensions of sustainability, environmental justice, energy transition, net zero, and/or renewable energy. -Ability to drive innovation and lead organizational change. -Strategic thinking and business acumen. -Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred. -Minimum 15 years of experience in a professional, fast-paced environment -Proven success managing teams and complex projects. -Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in climate mitigation, climate adaptation, and resilience. -Strong communication and presentation skills. -Advanced degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business, or related field. -Deep knowledge of public sector and familiarity with higher education and private sector needs relevant to the role.

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Benefits

-Professional license reimbursement. -Annual discretionary bonus. -Salary range of $175,000 to $250,000. This will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience. -Hybrid working and summer hours. -Student loan repayment assistance. -Learning and development opportunities. -401k with company match. -Competitive salary and benefits package. -Generous PTO (5 weeks) + 10 paid holidays. -Access to a global network of experts.

About Buro Happold

- excels in providing creative and sustainable solutions for complex projects. - serves a diverse range of sectors. - projects include large-scale infrastructure, high-end residential, and innovative commercial buildings. - recognized for its expertise in structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering. - portfolio includes iconic projects such as the Sydney Opera House renewal and London's Crossrail. - innovative, sustainable design is central to the company’s approach, incorporating cutting-edge technologies. - delivers solutions that enhance the built environment.

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