Careers
Life at BuroHappold
Benefits
Your salary is just the start. You’ll also be able to access a great benefits package tailored to your career stage and your global location. We want you to enjoy a positive work life balance, whilst also being able to plan for your future and wellbeing.
Development
Life is about progress. Whether you are just starting out as a graduate engineer, or you’re an established leader in your field it’s no secret that you’ll want to keep your skills fresh and get on. We’re here to help you develop, with formal development opportunities and informal discussion groups.
Social
Life is more than just work, we’re a social bunch. With lots of forums and communities to enjoy. From running clubs and lunchtime lectures, to our Young Engineers Forum and Share our Skills programme, you’ll find something that suits you and if you don’t we’re sure you can start something new. You’re in great company!
PLACEMENT & INTERNS
THE PROJECTS AND THE PEOPLE I AM WORKING WITH HAVE BEEN MY FAVOURITE PART OF THE PLACEMENT
I am able to put the theoretical base obtained at university into practical use, and while it has certainly been a steep learning curve, I really enjoy working alongside such an inspiring collective of engineers.
Hanna-Stina Sonts
Placement Student, Structures
GRADUATES AND INTERNS
I CHOSE TO JOIN BUROHAPPOLD BECAUSE OF THE QUALITY AND DIVERSITY OF PROJECTS
The experience of working on such an interesting array of projects combined with a defined and exciting training scheme has formed a fantastic structure to develop my skills as an engineer.
Will Holley
Engineer, Building Service
EXPERIENCED HIRES
I’VE HAD THE CHANCE TO WORK WITH EXTRAORDINARY TEAMS AND FORWARD-THINKING CLIENTS
As a planner, I have an insatiable curiosity about the forces that shape the built environment. Working here is incredible for my professional growth as no two projects are the same.
Christopher Rhie
Senior Consultant, Cities
THE CULTURE, SENSE OF COMMUNITY AND COLLABORATIVE ATTITUDE IS UNLIKE ANYTHING I’VE EXPERIENCED AT OTHER COMPANIES
I’ve had the chance to work on fantastic projects from sports stadia, to art museums with incredible architects. I’ve always been provided with tailored support and encouraged to progress.
Anna Wendt
Associate Director, Facade Engineering
I WORK IN MANY LOCATIONS WITH EVEN MORE CULTURES
As an electrical engineer, the fundamentals remain, but the variety of projects, people and places means that my work is continually evolving to respect the environment I’m working in.
Cathy Elliott-Scott
Associate, Building Services Engineering (MEP)
I’M POSITIVELY SHAPING SOME OF HIGHEST PROFILE PROJECTS AROUND THE WORLD
Solving complex problems relating to anything from a tight existing facade to the challenges of abstract architectural geometry are what makes this job, and the practice, truly interesting.
Vincent Allott
Senior Structural Engineer (MEP)
Collaborating with world-class architects and dealing with cutting-edge tech, makes every day unique
During my first two years I’ve had the chance to work on many challenging projects across different sectors. From high-end residential developments to landmark museums and stadia in a variety of locations, from the Middle East to London
Lorenzo Vercesi
Facade Engineer, Facades
NON-ENGINEERING STAFF
I LOVE MEETING THE FUTURE LEADERS OF THE ENGINEERING WORLD…
It’s great to work with colleagues at all levels who are passionate about promoting our brand, and educating our future leaders about what a career at BuroHappold might enable them to achieve.
Emily Hack
Graduate Recruiter
WORKING IN THE BUSINESS SERVICES SIDE OF THE COMPANY, I AM CONSTANTLY BEING ENCOURAGED TO HELP THE BUSINESS IMPROVE
I have to think innovatively about how I can solve issues and work collaboratively with the management team to implement solutions. It is incredibly empowering and means you can see a real impact in the work that you do.
Neil Penny
Associate L&D Consultant, Business Services
