Project Director - Civil & Water

Arup is a unique organization that is owned and run by its employees, which means that our people are at the heart of everything we do. As a people-centric organization, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can thrive and achieve their full potential. Our employees are empowered to make decisions and take ownership of their work, which fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. At Arup, we value diversity and strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. As a result, we are able to attract and retain some of the brightest and most talented professionals in the industry.

Primary Focus:

The Project Director's primary focus is to:

• Lead water infrastructure projects in the feasibility, design, procurement and construction phases of delivery.  
• Develop bid plans and points of differentiation and lead/input to bids for all forms of water infrastructure projects.
• Manage project teams and support the line management of staff.
• Act as a technical expert on relevant projects.
• Manage client interfaces, developing strong relationships with contractors, clients and stakeholders.
• Manage contracts, acting as PD under the Contract, and manage Arup’s contract with clients.
• Strengthen Arup’s presence in the coastal, water utility, flooding, urban drainage and nature based solutions markets around Singapore and
• SEA through targeted support of our existing strategy in those areas.

The Opportunity:

• Responsible for leading coastal, water, waste/used water/water infrastructure projects, or technical areas within wider projects.  
• Will act as a technical specialist resource on relevant projects.
• Responsible for managing time and ensuring work quality in our delivery and maintaining at the expected standard
• Identify opportunities and pipelines, support and lead bids.
• Accountable for key client relationships and representing Arup’s water business in relevant client meetings.
• Build and develop new skills to develop our water design work in Singapore and researching/ developing novel technical solutions.
• Contribute to the recruitment, appraisals, performance development, morale and motivation of our staff
• Supporting the firm’s compliance in maintaining ISO 9001, OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001 requirement.

Is this role right for you?

• Relevant Degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering or equivalent
• At least 15 years professional experience.
• Licensed or professional qualification in relevant location and discipline.
• Demonstrated evidence of having led or held a key leadership role on water infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated commercial experience with project management and forms of contract.
• Proven experience in a consulting environment.
• Proven experience in developing teams.
• Proven working knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and guidelines.
• Demonstrated project delivery and management experience in Singapore and Asia.
• Thorough appreciation of and experience in a wide range of coastal, water, used water, flood, drainage and surface water projects over multiple stages of the project lifecycle.
• Experience in specific technical areas such as hydraulics, civil engineer, structural engineer, process engineering, procurement or contract management.  
• Experience in implementing best practice project delivery processes, standards, and workflows

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 Singapore benefits below:

• Hybrid working policy & flexible working hours
• 13th month bonus
• Birthday leave
• Paid parental leave for birth mothers 16 weeks & new parents (excluding birth mothers) 4 weeks
• Purchase Additional leave of up to 20 days (permanent employees)
• Paid Annual subscription to relevant Professional association.
• Reimbursement of Professional Engineers application and examination Fees
• International mobility opportunities
• QP allowance
• Site Allowance
• Work related travel insurance
• Dental expense cover
• Marriage leave (3 days)
• Examination leave (2 days)
• Family care leave
• Bike Loans of up to SGD2000
   

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 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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