Senior Engineer
Joining Arup
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The Opportunity
To be part of the Transport North team in Belfast delivering project and programme management commissions in the UK and Ireland infrastructure sector. The role will involve:
You will lead the delivery of commissions, managing the delivery team consisting of both internal and external project team resources, in full compliance with Arup Management System requirements. Deliver work to a high standard of client satisfaction and profitably for Arup. Part of the job will also be mentoring of junior staff. You will have to do prospecting for new work, identifying opportunities with current and new clients, developing client relationships and leading major bids. And have the opportunity to develop new service offerings.
Is this role for you?
• Energetic, dynamic and self-motivated
• Flexible and adaptable with a reasonable degree of mobility
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to develop strong relationships with clients
• Intuitive and creative thinker, able to conceptualise business opportunities
• Highly professional, able to develop and sustain the respect of peers and clients alike
• Opportunity to work in other regions in addition to The North as project opportunities present themselves.
• Project delivery
Requirements:
A high calibre and experienced Engineer and Project Manager with a technical background in infrastructure projects with the clear potential to develop.
• Minimum of a good first degree and CEng qualification in engineering, construction or related field.
• Project and Programme management qualifications, such as APM PQ, or equivalent (desirable)
• Demonstrable project management experience having successfully led teams on design and/or construction of infrastructure schemes.
• Experience of delivering projects from a client project management perspective and working closely with the design team in their development and delivery of the optimum design solution to meet the client’s brief.
• Evidence of solid achievement and career development in project and programme management within the infrastructure sector supported by references.
• Current client contacts in the UK infrastructure sector & knowledge of infrastructure market regulation.
• Experience of business development for consulting services in infrastructure markets.
• Sound knowledge of developments and drivers in the UK/Ireland infrastructure sector.
• Contracts/Compliance. Good commercial and contractual awareness.
Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Drina.Zupanovicgerard@arup.com. Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.
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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Closing Date: 25.07.2025