Project Coordinator

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.

Are you passionate about building a more sustainable future? At Arup we work to find solutions for some of the world’s most complex problems – providing expertise across all areas of the built environment from strategic approach and planning to design and engineering.

Join us and you will have the freedom to push boundaries, develop new skills and work on some of the world’s most inspiring projects. We believe that by giving our people the freedom to be creative, we will produce work that continuously redefines quality across our firm. Whatever the role or specialism, our people are passionate about what they do, they believe in our values and are happy to come to work every day. And this is why people choose to work here and stay.

Watch this short clip to discover how Arup are shaping a better world and how you could be a part of it!

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen in our Manchester office for a Project Co-ordinator to provide robust and proactive support to projects across the Property Science & Industry Team. Although the teams span geographies within the Northwest & Yorkshire region, this role will be based in our Manchester office.

You will make an impact in this role by Producing quality documents in line with client branding, proofreading content to ensure consistency and good style, editing and making suggestions for improvements to text. Taking ownership of project trackers, highlighting key dates and deliverables and assisting with project audits.

You will be responsible for setting up reports for projects which can include weekly/monthly progress reports, project issue work Stage reports, specifications and presentation reports for client meetings and various other tasks.

Is this role right for you?

We are looking for people who:

• Possess excellent knowledge of File Management, Microsoft Office packages and relevant project software such as SharePoint, ProjectWise, Business Collaborator and helps to solve software issues for the project team. 
• Demonstrate experience of standard office administrative procedures 
• Have an ability to build strong and positive relationships in a complex, multi-disciplinary environment. Furthermore, you should be able to identify and utilise these relationships, ensuring exceptional project delivery. 
• Possess solid experience in a similar role, desirably in a professional services, multi-disciplinary environment. 
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Elisa Luchmun at Elisa.luchmun@arup.com .Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.

What we can 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 Elisa Luchmun at Elisa.luchmun@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: 31st January