Associate Principal - Structural

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.

This role as an Associate Principal – Structural is to successfully lead, manage and continually develop a profitable and viable structural engineering team in Kuala Lumpur, within the overall operations and strategic framework of Arup and Malaysia in particular. This includes understanding the market within which we operate, the needs of existing and potential clients and the total proposition on offer from the firm.
The Associate Principal, who will carry the operational title of KL Structures Team Leader, will be responsible for overall performance of the structural team and making strategic hires in line with Arup aspirations locally and nationally. You will be responsible for building collaborative relationships within your team, other business areas, geographies and client and non-client organisations. In addition, you will be able to articulate a vision to your team and co-ordinate and focus resources to meet the needs of the client and deliver profitable results for Arup.
The Team leader will act as part of the senior management team that collectively manages the team under the overall leadership of the Group Leader. Skills and experience in structural engineering, especially in design of tall buildings, are essential.

The Opportunity

• To lead the structural engineering team in Kuala Lumpur as a team leader, in terms of Development of Structures engineering capability within the Group, leading structures design input on a broad range of projects.
• Review and supervise structural engineering design work within the Business Group, to provide Structures input on total project delivery for a broad range of projects within the general structural engineering area and prepare detailed tender submissions to clients outlining the structural engineering capability within the Structures Team.
• Prepare project reports for clients summarizing structural engineering issues and strategically advising on best outcomes taking into account the total context in which the client operates and develop systems and concepts for a sustainable approach to Structures engineering design.
• Develop and train less-experienced structural engineers within the Structures Team and to liaise with other engineering-discipline groups on design issues.
• To advise Senior Management in general, and report on issues relating to the growth and development of the Structures business support Arup’s compliance in maintaining ISO 9001, OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001 requirement and provide input assistance supporting other Structures Team within the Australasia Division and input into Arup global skills networks within Structures area.

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?

• Tertiary qualification in Structural Engineering.
• Must possess PEPC registration with the Board of Engineers, Malaysia as well as Professional registration or chartership with the Institute of Engineers in other countries will be an added advantage.
• Substantial knowledge and experience in tall building structures engineering consultancy and design in the local marketplace, including critical issues and a sound client network.
• Ability to undertake high-level analysis.
• Substantial experience in managing key projects, including the management of multi-disciplinary project teams and consulting engineering environment, including the ability to advise clients on cost-effective, sustainable solutions.

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.

Please see a list of Arup’s Malaysia benefits below:

• Flexible working hours
• Paid maternity leave for 98 days
• Paid paternity leave for 7 working days
• Birthday leave
• Mobile phone allowance
• Travel allowance
• Purchase Additional leave of up to 20 days (permanent employees)
• International mobility opportunities
• Paid Annual subscription to relevant Professional association.
• Reimbursement of Professional Engineers application and examination fees
• Exam Leave (6 days)
• QP allowance
• Master’s Degree Sponsorship Scheme
• Car allowance for Associates and above.

Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. 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. Arup provide an environment where you will 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.