Associate - Historic Environment

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services. Through our work, we make a positive difference in the world.

We offer a multidisciplinary service aimed at developing policy, assessing outcomes, creative design and implementation, gaining regulatory approvals, reporting publicly, managing risk and controlling costs.  Arup’s Climate and Sustainability Services team comprises a broad range of specialisms. Within this, the Environment team coordinate and manage design input and Impact Assessments, working with a variety of technical disciplines on a wide range of different types of development.

The team have expertise in environmental impact assessment (EIA), strategic environmental assessment (SEA), health impact assessment (HIA), and integrated impact assessment (IIA) We have a track record of delivering assessments for a range of development types, including high profile, major infrastructure and development projects

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The Opportunity

Our Historic Environment team are looking for a dynamic project Associate in the form of an archaeological specialist. This person would be accountable for the development of the Historic Environment business in our London and Southeast region, based in London, but would work throughout the UK. The established Historic Environment team sits within our Climate and Sustainability Services Portfolio and comprises consultants in London and the Midlands. This position would involve the direction of the London team specifically although the teams work across the UK and closely with the Midlands team. Arup’s Historic Environment teams has contributed to a number of high-profile projects.

Working in the Climate and Sustainability Services Portfolio as an Associate Archaeologist you will have the ability to work on large and complex projects and manage Client contacts, promoting the work of other teams within Arup. You will have extensive knowledge in the cultural heritage industry, particularly directing on cultural heritage aspects of EIA and DCO work for large infrastructure projects. Your role covers management of change within the historic environment, combining technical expertise and archaeological knowledge.  Your role will be focused on managing the London team of archaeologists and built heritage specialists and delivering archaeological inputs for internal and external clients within a wide range of project sectors including planning, structural engineering, geotechnics, energy performance, property, transport and cities. The role will involve management of a small team, line management and input into expanding our historic environment strategy, promoting our clients to achieve their aims through your consultancy skills.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

We are interested in the following skills:

• A good first degree in History, Archaeology, Landscapes or related discipline; and
• Relevant Master's degree or higher qualification in Archaeology or related subject.
• Membership of the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists. Full member of CIfA;
• Established knowledge of delivering public or private heritage focused projects in the UK.
• Demonstrable Knowledge of working with the UK planning process (including EIA and DCO) and awareness of the relevant environmental / heritage legislation and guidance.

Not ready to apply just yet, or have some questions? Please email Karin Spies at karin.spies@arup.com. Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.

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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 recognizes 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 members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence. 

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup. 

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Karin Spies karin.spies@arup.com to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you. 

Our Application Process 

To understand what to expect next, please visit: https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/

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Closing date: 25 December 2024