Geothermal Specialist

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The opportunity

In response to growth in the global ground energy sector we are expanding our geothermal and ground energy service across the UK and globally. As a result, we are seeking to grow our core UK team with a role based in Manchester. The ideal candidate will have a focus on geothermal and ground energy business growth and have strong geothermal, geological and hydrogeological technical skills to support the team in project delivery. 

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and unite our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

The role

We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic Geothermal Specialist, specialising in geothermal energy development to join our growing team in the North. Your role will be to lead the growth of our geothermal service across a range of sectors. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of high-profile clients across a range of sectors.

Whilst based in Manchester, this role also involves integrated working with geothermal specialists and other disciplines in other Arup offices, both within the UK and globally. When advising global clients, you will be enabled to draw on Arup’s local expertise, tailored to a client’s needs.

You will be Bid Manager and Project Manager on projects across sectors and regions, supported by a technical team. You will be responsible for understanding a client's needs, bringing together the right skills from across Arup, and ensuring projects deliver valuable outcomes for the client.

The role is client-focused, and you may be expected to manage relationships with a number of different clients. Through both internal and external networks, you will be responsible for building a pipeline of work to support the growth of the team and service offering. You will be responsible for driving continual improvement in the geothermal service offering, including overseeing skills development, supported by Arup's Skills Networks and Arup University.

This role sits within the Ground Engineering Team in Manchester in Arup’s North geography and you will be directly involved in the leadership of this team, including mentoring, resource management and business planning.

Is this role right for you?

You will be a passionate and motivated person delivering excellence in geothermal or ground energy consultancy.

Have excellent communication and social skills, as you will be a key technical ambassador for Arup, working closely with our clients as well as the wider industry. You will be well networked within your discipline and sectors.

You will have knowledge in most or all of the following areas:

·       Undertaking geothermal projects from pre-feasibility and feasibility, business case, planning, design, through to construction, commissioning and operation & maintenance

·       Contributing to innovation, research & development related to geothermal energy development

·       Winning work and business development. Project management and people management skills

·       Experience across a range of sectors in both industry and consulting

·       Knowledge of relevant legislation, standards and regulatory.

Desirable qualifications:

·       Education to degree level but preferably a Master’s degree in geology, hydrogeology or engineering.

·       Chartered status

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Drina.zupanovicgerard@arup.com

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 recognises 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 Drina.zupanovicgerard@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

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