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Principal | Digital Advisory Leader

Principal | Digital Advisory Leader

Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of how you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.

The Advisory practice at Buro Happold brings together deep technical expertise, strategic insight, and innovative thinking to help clients solve complex challenges across the built environment. Our capabilities span sustainability and energy transition, asset optimization and commercial advisory, urban development, strategy and operating models, and digital advisory.

As part of our continued growth in the US, we are expanding our Digital Advisory capability to support clients in navigating digital transformation, smart places, data-driven decision-making, and technology-enabled operational excellence. Building on the success of our established Digital Advisory practices in the UK and Middle East, this role will play a critical part in shaping and scaling our US offering while contributing to Buro Happold's global strategy in building a market-facing consulting platform, originating executive-level opportunities, growing strategic accounts, and contributing directly to Buro Happold's commercial and strategic growth in the US and globally.

Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.

From the projects you will work on to the clients we partner with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and collaborative culture where everyone can thrive. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it will be anything but ordinary.

Your next role

We are looking for an exceptional Digital Advisory Leader to establish, lead, and grow our US Digital Advisory practice. This is a unique opportunity to build a market-leading advisory capability that helps clients unlock value through digital strategy, transformation, systems, solutions, data, and analytics across asset-intensive industries and the built environment. The successful candidate will combine the commercial instincts of a consulting leader with the technical fluency to translate digital, data, technology, and operating model change into measurable client value.

As a Principal, you will work closely with regional and global leadership teams to shape the future of Digital Advisory in the US while leveraging Buro Happold's established expertise across international markets. You will be responsible for originating and converting high-value opportunities, shaping C-suite client agendas, growing strategic accounts, building a sustainable digital advisory team, and delivering strong revenue, margin, and client impact while serving as a key member of the US Advisory Senior Leadership Team.

The successful candidate will:

Establish and lead the US Digital Advisory practice aligned with clear accountability for market positioning, pipeline growth, revenue, margin, and client impact
Originate and convert high-value advisory opportunities with executive clients across priority sectors and strategic accounts
Collaborate with global Digital Advisory teams to tailor and expand offerings for the US market
Drive market awareness, business development, and pipeline growth across Digital Advisory services
Develop a portfolio of strategic client relationships, creating long-term account growth and cross-practice opportunities for Buro Happold
Lead complex, multidisciplinary advisory engagements that deliver measurable commercial, operational, and strategic outcomes for clients
Build, attract, and develop a high-performing consulting team, including future leaders and specialist capabilities
Support the development, engagement, and well-being of team members through strong leadership and mentorship
Create market-facing thought leadership, propositions, methods, and intellectual property that differentiate Buro Happold in the US market
Contribute to the strategic direction, growth, and success of the broader US Advisory practice

Your key duties

Lead and shape the US Digital Advisory practice, driving business growth, strategic partnerships, and market positioning
Own and grow a portfolio of strategic client relationships, with clear accountability for pipeline creation, sales conversion, revenue growth, margin performance, and long-term account development
Lead major pursuits from opportunity identification through qualification, proposition development, commercial negotiation, and successful conversion
Develop and promote innovative service offerings that address client challenges and emerging market opportunities
Lead large, complex, multidisciplinary advisory engagements, ensuring quality, commercial performance, delivery excellence, and measurable client outcomes
Deliver exceptional client outcomes while ensuring strong commercial performance across engagements
Build and maintain trusted advisor relationships with executive and senior client stakeholders
Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities through proactive business development activities
Lead large and complex Digital Advisory engagements, ensuring successful delivery and client satisfaction
Drive thought leadership internally and externally, enhancing Buro Happold's reputation within the market
Support the development of go-to-market strategies, service evolution, and business growth initiatives
Foster a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive team culture that supports professional growth and well-being
Set objectives, manage performance, and ensure the team has the skills and resources needed to achieve strategic goals
Establish and manage financial budgets, performance targets, and business planning activities
Support teams in the development and winning of high-value pursuits and proposals
Identify opportunities for innovation and the creation of differentiated Digital Advisory solutions
Attract, develop, and retain a high-performing consulting team, building capability, career pathways, succession, and a strong leadership bench
Provide inspirational leadership and serve as a role model for Buro Happold's leadership values and behaviors
Support strategic partnerships, industry engagement, sponsorships, and external relationship-building activities
Contribute to global and regional marketing initiatives that strengthen visibility and market differentiation for Digital Advisory

Your skills and experience

Extensive experience (15+ years) in a senior leadership role within Digital Advisory, Digital Transformation, Technology Consulting, or a related field
Significant experience delivering consulting engagements and digital transformation programs within asset-intensive organizations
Strong knowledge of digital delivery frameworks and methodologies such as TOGAF, Agile, DevOps, ITIL, cloud technologies, and related approaches
Previous management consulting experience, with MBB or Big Four consulting experience preferred
Recognized subject matter expertise within Digital Advisory and a demonstrated ability to serve as a trusted advisor to senior clients
Proven track record of building, leading, and growing successful consulting teams and practices
Experience managing executive-level stakeholder relationships and influencing strategic decision-making
Strong commercial acumen with demonstrated success in consultative selling, account management, and opportunity pursuit
Proven ability to create, win, and deliver high-value consulting engagements
Outstanding leadership, communication, and collaboration skills with experience working across multiple geographies and disciplines
Experience developing client-focused consulting approaches that deliver measurable business outcomes
Ability to identify market opportunities and translate them into innovative client solutions and service offerings
We encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet every qualification.

Desirable sector experience includes:

Commercial real estate, investors, owners, and occupiers
Higher education, cultural institutions, and institutional clients
Public sector, municipalities, urban environments, and smart cities
Energy, utilities, transportation, and mobility
Federal and government clients
Sports, hospitality, and entertainment
Aviation
Science, healthcare, and industrial sectors

What we offer

Salary range of $200,000 - $336,000 This will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience
Generous benefits package
Annual discretionary bonus
Generous PTO (5 weeks) in addition to 10 paid holidays
401(k) with company match
Hybrid working and summer hours
Reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees
Connection to a global network of experts at the forefront of industry innovation
Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities
Opportunities to engage with employee networks including our Young Employees Forum, Diversity and Inclusion Forum, Buro Happold Women's Network, and Employee Resource Groups

Ready for something a little less ordinary?

Apply now to start your career journey with us.

A place for everyone

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. We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences 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.

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