Project Director

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. 

Our New York office is looking for a Project Director to join our growing project and program management group. You will be providing leadership of delivery of project and program management services with respect to the planning, procurement, and delivery of program offices and large capital projects substantially within the science and industry and (private and government) space. The role will include significant business development and client relationship management responsibilities. We are also looking for someone who can help continue to grow our project and program management offering across the Americas by developing new client relationships, improving existing client relationships, and developing new opportunities and skills. 
 
As an Associate Principal, you will represent Arup as our Program and Project Management Lead primarily in the Science, Pharma and Industry space. In addition, you will

The Opportunity  

• Be a leader in our East Geography PPCM (Project Program and Commercial Management Team) responsible for team leadership and staff development (circa 40 people). 
• Be responsible for the management of the day-to-day delivery of client assignments with particular expertise in the program office environment including commercial controls, capital planning and similar. 
• Integrate and manage teams of consultants (internal and external) to deliver high-quality output for our clients. 
• Lead a broad array of business development activities including developing client relationships and preparation of proposals primarily in the science and industry space 
• Develop your own skills to ensure ongoing flexibility and value to clients.
• Support the development of new service offerings – particularly program office (PMO) capability across the Americas, and strengthening of existing skills – particularly procurement, contracting and commercial management. 
• Establish links within Arup internationally to leverage experience and best practices in the above fields
   

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 to 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?

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Ideally a higher qualification in your chosen field eg MSc, MBA
• At least 15 years of direct/client PPM responsibilities with significant Science and Industry Experience ideally in the US and Canada 
• Relevant professional qualifications or ability to obtain through reciprocity or Certification within PPM (PMI), CM (CMAA), or Commercial Management (AACE) 
• Ideally specialist certifications linked to appropriate specialism eg PgM, DBIA
• Demonstrated experience in the planning, procurement and delivery of projects of a similar nature and scale working on the owner's side (ideally corporate and government owners) 
• Specialist knowledge in the set up and running of Portfolio Offices, PMOs and/or various contracting and procurement forms (eg P3, Design Build (all variants), CMAR, alliance contracting etc)
• Expertise in building development contracts and global corporate governance as it pertains to real estate and capital projects.  
• Vertical construction experience, within the Science/Pharma/Industrial sector; 
• Experience of working in project and / or client facilities as leading up a collocated team with other support from various home office locations 
• The ability to work and deliver independently in a client facing role balancing project delivery and advisory work. 
  
   

Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal. If this role is not quite what you are looking for, but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.

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.  

Benefits at 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. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm’s financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future 

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 

Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in New York City is $180,000 to $255,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of New York City will differ.  

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.  

Our Application Process 

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly. 

Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability. 

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