Consultant – Procurement & Business Development

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of advisors and experts working across 34 countries with over 19,000 employees. Headquartered in London, providing design engineering, architecture, planning, and advisory services across every aspect of the built environment. Founded to be both humane and excellent, we collaborate with our clients and partners using imagination, technology, and rigour to shape a better world.

The Opportunity 

This role is crucial for supporting the Infrastructure Team in managing ongoing and potential major project bids, ensuring successful project delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.  The ideal candidate is also expected to drive business growth by identifying new opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and managing complex infrastructure projects

Will be working with the Infrastructure team based in Manila and across the Region, and external partners/clients whenever required.

This role will be based in Manila

Your role in our team

• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with development partners, government agencies, and private sector stakeholders. 

• Provide transaction advisory, bid management, and project finance services to the team. 

• Draft and manage contracts, including consultancy, works, supply, and PPP agreements and ensure compliance with procurement guidelines and regulatory requirements. 

• Conduct market research and policy analysis to support business development initiatives. 

• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans. 

• Facilitate stakeholder communication and public relations campaigns. 

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the infrastructure and development sectors, specially on rail.  

• Provide training and mentorship to junior team members.

Is this role right for you?

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering or a related field.
• At least 6 years of experience in procurement, project management or business development in the infrastructure sector, preferably in railways and transportation projects.
• Experience working with international development partners (e.g., ADB, JICA) and government agencies
• Strong understanding of PPP frameworks and procurement guidelines.
• Excellent technical writing, policy research, and public relations skills.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and project finance.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel to other Arup offices in the East Asia / Southeast Asia or other Regions when required to enhance experience and skills.

Not ready to apply just yet or have some questions? Contact Ivy at ivy.baguis@arup.com

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 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 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 offer competitive renumeration package commensurate with qualifications and experience to the right candidate including HMO, Group Life and Accident Insurance, medical reimbursement, government standard benefits, 15 days VL and SL, hybrid work arrangement and long-term career development opportunities. 

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 Your life at Arup - Arup

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Ivy Baguis at ivy.baguis@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.

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