Colombia Energy Leader

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. 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   

The Opportunity 

Our Bogota Office is currently seeking our Colombia Energy Leader with strong local ties to the Colombian and Latin American market to expand our energy service, specifically in the Advisory sector, with an emphasis on expanding renewables. This role is instrumental in developing Arup’s client relationships, strategic approach, capabilities, and establishing a strong pipeline of work.   

In this role, you will lead winning and delivering work while strategically developing the full range of Arup’s Energy service offering within Colombia in coordination with the Americas Region team. This position will be based out of our Bogota office and will work with the Office Leader.  

As an Energy Leader at Arup, you will :  

• Identify, manage, and secure a successful energy business pipeline through building strategic client relationships and position Arup’s reputation at the highest levels to drive new developments  

• Develop positive relationships with key clients, key external collaborators, and Arup members leading energy-related business activities  

• Develop a Latin American focused business plan to ensure strategic alignment to the broader Arup strategy  

• Collaborate with the energy team from other offices with a focus on the US and Canada, and drive successful pursuit strategies with the technical delivery teams and regional bid team  

• Champion a multidisciplinary approach to work winning to capitalize on opportunities across the value chain to support all service areas of Arup  

• Deliver energy-related projects in the Americas Region. Lead significant projects for our team and supervise staff on a variety of projects in addition to providing technical skill development  

• Support the Geography leader and the Energy Regional leader in the development of the team  

Does this role inspire you? 

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical engineering or similar.   

• Minimum 15 years of operational experience in engineering and project/design management in the Energy sector, gained in a consulting environment or associated industry.   

• Master’s degree in business administration (MBA) or finance preferred  

• Proven record of managing large projects, mentoring, and providing team leadership  

• Experience and interest in the project finance industry  

• Excellent coaching skills and experience in managing people  

• Experience in renewables is highly desired.   

• Must be able to communicate fluently in both English and Spanish   

• Must be willing and able to travel domestically and internationally as needed  

Benefits that 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. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. 

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available. 

Arup is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to gender, disability, age, ethnic origin, citizenship, language, health conditions, marital status, union membership, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, political or philosophical opinions, pregnancy status, family status or any other protected characteristic under the law. 

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