Senior Civil Engineer

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. 

As part of the Civil Infrastructure team, this role covers a broad range of skills relating to civil infrastructure and multidisciplinary projects.  In particular, the focus of the Senior Civil Engineer is to deliver design and consulting services within the civil engineering technical discipline and related areas to enhance the team’s portfolio of skills and expertise.

This opportunity will see you work with various key stakeholders including DevelopmentWA, the Public Transport Authority, the Water Corporation, local governments, and other public and private sector clients. Additional support is also required for Arup’s Sustainability, Transport, Aviation, Buildings, Energy, Water, and Resource portfolios, along with other related projects.

For suitable applicants we are able to offer domestic relocation assistance to ensure a smooth transition to your new role and location.

The Opportunity

• Provide design and technical consultation in areas such as road design, pavement design, stormwater design, water and sewer reticulation and site development.
• Develop accurate project cost estimates independently, considering various factors such as materials, labour, and overhead, to ensure precise financial planning.
• Managing smaller projects independently or as part of a team, allocating resources effectively, collaborating with stakeholders to meet project goals, and handling project communication and reporting.
• Take ownership of creating and managing project budgets, actively tracking expenses, and proactively implementing cost control measures to optimise spending and project financial health.
• Take responsibility for the performance and development of others through providing guidance, training, direction and feedback.

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?

• Recognised relevant tertiary qualifications in civil or similar area.
• Relevant industry experience in the civil infrastructure and site development ideally in consulting business environment.
• Membership of relevant professional institutions/professional peer bodies or significant credit towards eligibility for membership.
• Proven working knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and guidelines – and Arup’s related procedures including OH&S
• Experience with internal and external stakeholder management.

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

Explore the perks of a career with Arup Australia:

• Hybrid working policy and flexible working hours.
• Paid parental leave for the primary carer of 16 weeks or 32 weeks at half pay and as well as generous unpaid leave benefits.
• Paid parental leave for the support carer of 4 weeks plus the opportunity to access extra paid and unpaid leave if you later become the primary carer.
• Birthday leave
• Annual leave loading
• Ability to purchase additional leave of up to 20 days for permanent employees.
• International mobility opportunities
• Insurances (life & income protection)
• Interest free solar energy and bicycle loans
• Novated car lease
• Ovasaver including discounts, vouchers, cashback, and exclusive offers on more than 300 retailers.

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 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

Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. 

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