KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration – through conceptualization – to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 60 years we’ve led with vision, contributing to many of the world’s most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.

As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is recognized by ENR as one of the Top 225 International Design Firms and one of the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms. We are also ranked by World Architecture as the 57th largest global architecture firm and the #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2023 WA100 Survey.

We invite you to join us. Why?

When you join KEO, you’ll discover more than just a job – you’ll find a supportive environment that fosters your professional development through internal global mobility and career development and does so within a culture that supports company-wide health and well-being through on-demand counselling services and regular workplace clinics. You will be invited to celebrate community events such as sports days, fun-runs, in-house sports teams and beach clean ups. In addition to your competitive package and benefits you will have access to a suite of policies that include hybrid working arrangements, individual athletic sponsorship, study assistance sponsorship, employee referral rewards, mentoring and coaching programs and extensive in-house on demand learning courses. 

Our newest opportunity is for a talented Senior Decarbonization Engineer to join our award-winning team based in Amman, Jordan. 

This role is responsible for energy auditing, GHG emissions calculations and sustainability strategy development and will be well versed in international frameworks such as IPCC, GHG Protocol, ISO 14064, ISO 50001, SBTi, TCFD, and Net Zero strategies.

We envisage success in this role to include:

Energy & Carbon Management:

• Conduct Level 1, 2, and 3 energy audits, providing detailed energy efficiency recommendations. 
• Perform complex GHG emissions calculations, verification, and reporting based on IPCC, GHG Protocol, ISO 14064-1 & 2, and SBTi. 
• Lead and support organizations in setting and registering Science-Based Targets (SBTs). 
• Conduct climate risk assessments and climate resilience studies aligned with TCFD recommendations. 
• Analyze climate pathways and develop net-zero roadmaps for clients. 
• Support clients in developing and implementing ISO 50001 Energy Management Systems. 
• Strategic & Financial Feasibility Analysis: 
• Conduct detailed feasibility studies for energy efficiency, renewable energy, and decarbonization projects. 
• Perform marginal abatement cost curve (MACC) analysis and financial modeling for sustainability initiatives. 
• Develop and assess business cases for energy and sustainability projects, ensuring financial viability. 
• Advise clients on sustainability strategies, risk management, and compliance with industry best practices. 

Technical & Consulting Expertise:

• Provide HVAC system assessments and optimization recommendations.
• Develop technical and commercial proposals, RFP responses, and bid management strategies.
• Stay updated on global climate policies, carbon pricing mechanisms, and regulatory frameworks.
• Lead and support renewable energy project evaluations and energy transition strategies.

Communication & Business Development:

• Prepare high-quality reports, proposals, and presentations tailored to client needs.
• Deliver engaging presentations and workshops to clients and stakeholders.
• Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities, writing proposals, and contributing to client engagement strategies.

Project & Stakeholder Management:

• Manage multiple sustainability and energy projects, ensuring on-time delivery and client satisfaction.
• Engage with key stakeholders, including government entities, corporate clients, and financial institutions.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to integrate sustainability across projects.

To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that your career journey to date will include 8+ years' work experience in sustainability consulting, energy management, or a related field partnered with a Bachelor or Masters degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Energy Management, or a related field. 

• Certifications such as CEM (Certified Energy Manager), CMVP (Certified Measurement & Verification Professional), LEED AP, or PMP (Project Management Professional). 
• Knowledge of climate finance mechanisms and carbon offset strategies. 
• Experience with digital tools for sustainability and energy management reporting. 
• Strong experience conducting Level 1, 2, and 3 energy audits. 
• Proven expertise in GHG emissions accounting, SBTi, ISO 14064, and Net Zero strategies. 
• Experience in registering Science-Based Targets (SBTs). 
• Solid understanding of ISO 50001 Energy Management Systems and energy performance contracts. 
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform complex statistical analysis and interpret large datasets. 
• Experience in financial modeling and feasibility studies for sustainability and energy projects. 
• Knowledge of HVAC systems, renewable energy, and climate risk frameworks (TCFD, climate resilience, etc.). 

KEO’s performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety and our people. We embrace diversity and recognise its’ contribution to client success wherever we work.

We are excited to hear how you can partner with our award-winning team and treat all expressions of interest confidentially.