Principal Consultant - PPP & Technical Advice
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The Opportunity
Arup are one of the leading advisers on PPP projects across the world. We have been voted Best Infrastructure Technical Adviser of the Year numerous times in the PPP Partnership Awards and the IJ Global Awards. It is recognition of Arup’s ability to provide advice to investors in complex infrastructure transactions using its combined technical and commercial understanding.
Our UK team are internationally recognised experts in the PPP technical advisory field and bring together knowledge and examples of best PPP practice from around the Globe. From the UK our current portfolio includes projects in countries such as the UK, France, Ireland, Portugal, Greece, Turkiye, Hungary, Norway, Germany, Egypt, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and Canada. We are looking for people to join this successful team and to help expand our project base. This could be working with lenders, government organisations or for concessionaires (SPV etc.) on predominately Transport PPP projects but we have recently had success in other disciplines such as civil buildings and water projects.
The individual should have previous experience of PPP contracts. They will hold responsibilities of a project manager (or may work alongside/for other PMs on tasks) on client liaison, managing specialist technical input and delivering project outputs such as Due Diligence reports, PPP Feasibility reports and advice notes. The individual may also act as a technical specialist in relevant areas. In addition, experience in business development and work winning would also be advantageous.
Is this a role for you?
Taking a lead role on Lenders’ Technical Advisor, Government Technical Advisor or Concessionaire engagements.
Providing technical advice on major PPP infrastructure projects supported by technical specialists within Arup and providing Due Diligence and technical advice reports to lenders and their legal and financial advisors.
Responsibility for providing technical input and advice to a range of clients and for producing project deliverables in accordance with our engagement.
Working across different teams in Arup and mentoring and supporting team members.
Assisting with and preparing bids for new work.
Client relationship and Arup PM tasks including invoicing.
Requirements and skills:
Preferably professionally qualified with typically more than 10 years’ professional experience on infrastructure projects.
Knowledge of all stages of infrastructure projects including operation and maintenance as demonstrable technical knowledge across a range of disciplines.
The individual should have a proven track record of providing technical advice to Clients on major infrastructure projects and have knowledge and experience of the following areas:
Project Management & Transport infrastructure design/scheme development.
Construction contracts.
Infrastructure maintenance activities.
Performance-based payment mechanisms; Asset management.
Due Diligence reporting and Feasibility reporting.
Procurement processes.
Experience of liaising with, and co-ordinating multi-disciplinary teams would be expected. Practical experience of operation and maintenance procedures would be viewed as an advantage. The Ability to speak a second language is of interest as is being self-motivated, enthusiastic and interested in self and team development.
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.
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Our Application Process
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Closing Date: 10.08.2025