Graduate Sustainability Consultant

The opportunity

• Support building performance analysis by developing lifecycle cost calculations, water balance calculations, building energy/performance optimization studies, renewable and distributed energy feasibility studies, operational and embodied carbon calculations, or resilience assessments, under guidance from more senior members of the team
• Participate in design, analysis and strategy development of decarbonized energy systems including building-level MEP systems, building energy efficiency and electrification strategies, on-site renewable energy and storage strategies and net-zero grid interactive projects.
• Work towardsproficiencyin thermal simulations and analysis for a variety of project design goals and outcomes(energy, carbon, comfort, etc.)
• Support senior staff in the delivery of sustainable design and analysis work
• Prepare written reports, visuals, graphics, and other project deliverables for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Participate in early design charrettes and workshops to enhance sustainability, holistic design approaches, and design coordination
• Contribute to projects at various stages of ideation or implementation at various scales of intervention, from single measures to fit-outs, to master-planning, and infrastructure developments
• Conduct research into a variety of sustainability, decarbonization, resilience, and equity topics (e.g., sustainability and/or resilience policy, health of communities, and social equity)
• Conduct site visits for field data collection and activelyparticipatein internal or external client meetings along with more senior members of the team
• Contribute to project deliverables including presentations and reports, managing sub-tasks toassistthe team in tracking project deliverables and schedules

Is this role right for you?

• Master's degree related to sustainability in the built environment or building science, with abachelor's degree in Architecture, Mechanical, Electrical, or Public Health Engineering, or similarprogram preferred.
• Knowledge base of building systems and building design, including building fabric, lighting control strategies, mechanical HVAC, renewable energy generation systems, external solar shading devices, daylighting strategies, and sizing mechanical plant and equipment
• Knowledge of building energy simulation, whole-life carbon software such as,EnergyPlus, IES VE, Rhino + Grasshopper, SketchUp,OpenStudio, Tally, Athena Impact Estimator, One Click LCA
• Knowledge of sustainability frameworks such as LEED, WELL, Fitwel, Living Building Challenge, Envision, etc.
• Successful completion of coursework in sustainability, energy, operational/embodied carbon, climate change, resilience, lifecycle costs, distributed energy resources.
• Professional accreditation under a sustainability rating framework such as LEED or WELL accredited professional preferred
• Excellent time management skills, withabilityto prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional research, writing, communication, and presentation skills to communicate work in a clear, concise, and logical format
• Strong analytical, quantitative, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
• Proficient in use of software like MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, interactive Adobe PDFs

To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your cv/resume and meet the following criteria:

• Candidate must be eligible to work in the US without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future to be considered for this role
• No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role
• Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts

Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes;

• Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.
• Innovative minds: We're looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
• Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
• Adaptable adventurers: You're ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our members.

Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm's financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future

San Francisco Hiring Range - Hiring Range- The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performedin San Francisco is $79,500 to $86,500 per year. This range iscommensuratewith experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of San Francisco will differ.

Next steps

We've designed our application process to be straightforward and supportive, giving you the opportunity to showcase your skills and potential. Applications are reviewed as they're received, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage. Our friendly Early Careers team is available throughout the process to answer questions and help you feel confident every step of the way.

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