UK Rail Systems Business Leader

Joining Arup

Arup is a global leader in engineering, design, and consultancy services. We are dedicated to shaping a better world through innovative and sustainable solutions. 

Our UK rail business delivers projects across the project lifecycle - from planning and consenting, through design, engineering and construction support, to asset management and operation. We have a clear strategic objective to increase our impact, capability and leadership in Rail Systems.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic candidate to act as Business Leader for our UK rail systems. The successful candidate will develop and lead our UK Rail Systems team and enhance our influence, impact, capability and service offering to clients, so that we find, win and deliver an increased market share of Rail Systems-led work in the UK. Our UK Rail Systems team includes experts in control, command and signalling; electrification; traction power; track; telecommunications; rolling stock and system engineering.

Is this role right for you?

The role holder will:

• Have experience of and a passion for the development of rail engineering systems teams and service offerings with a significant network of contacts in clients, contractors, partners and the supply chain and evidence of creating optimal delivery teams.
• Be well-respected in the Rail industry with a reputation for delivering outcomes for clients and projects, with a particular strength in Rail Systems
• Be experienced in business development and creation of opportunities where innovative value solutions can be implemented.
• Be able to lead bids and projects, providing technical skill and a deep understanding of the key issues, risks, benefits and opportunities of Rail Systems projects.
• Be experienced in attending and presenting at relevant industry conferences, with capability to provide thought pieces and collateral for social media posts and campaigns.

• Have experience of leading and managing team members – including pastoral care and wellbeing so that – so that the Rail Systems team is supported and given focus on development, growth and succession planning.

   

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 sarah-x.graham@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: 15th May 2026

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