Project Manager
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- UKIMEA Region
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- MUM0000AR Requisition #
Joining Arup
Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Arup is a UK-headquartered independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants, and technical specialists offering a wide range of professional services. With 90 offices in 35 countries, their 19,000+ staff make a positive difference in the world through their work.
The Opportunity
The successful candidate will be an Assistant Project Manager for either one or two large multidisciplinary projects or multiple smaller projects. The role will include streamlining the project team, enabling Engineers to concentrate on technical design, by taking responsibility for day-to-day project management, reporting directly to the Arup Project Manager or Project Lead. There is a strong likelihood that projects will be data centre focussed.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support Project Managers and lead multi-disciplinary design coordination from concept to implementation.
- Manage internal and specialist teams to deliver high-quality designs within timelines and budget.
- Coordinate with architecture, structures, MEP, and other disciplines to ensure seamless project integration.
- Monitor design quality, project progress, documentation, reporting, and financial control.
- Arrange and record meetings, oversee document management systems, and review project deliverables.
- Build strong client and stakeholder relationships while driving collaboration and innovation.
Is this role right for you?
- Degree in Engineering or Architecture, with Chartered status and PMP certification preferred.
- Proven experience in leading design coordination on complex multi-disciplinary projects.
- Strong client-facing experience with the ability to manage internal teams, sub-consultants, and specialist consultants.
- Demonstrated experience in project delivery, project management processes, and commercial awareness.
- Excellent communication, organisational, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, manage uncertainty, prioritise tasks, and drive deliverables to completion.
- Experience in data centre, commercial, or aviation sectors with strong coordination and interface management skills.
- Collaborative, detail-oriented, and proactive individual who enjoys innovation and solving complex challenges.
Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact (Nisha.Gulati-nisha.gulati@arup.com). Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.
Reward and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary at all levels, and one of the best benefits packages in our sector. Core benefits include Provident Fund contribution, NPS option, Mediclaim cover (incl. family), Term Life and Accident Insurance, Employee Assistance Prog. scheme for the family to safeguard your physical and mental wellbeing. In addition, all permanent employees are eligible for the Global Profit Share scheme. Subject to scheme rules employees can receive two Profit Share payments per year, which are dependent on the firm’s financial performance.
Different people, shared values.
At Arup, we believe when talented people collaborate, great things are possible. Arup hires people with proven skills and open minds. We are taking deliberate action to create an inclusive culture that is grounded in our purpose to shape a better world.
At Arup, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. Our internal employee networks - BAME, Culture, Disability, LGBTQ+ and Women - provide a space for you to express your views and to make a positive difference - discover more about life at Arup here.
At Arup, we are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please speak to our recruitment team and we will work with you to make reasonable adjustments to ensure you can perform at your best throughout your application.
At Arup, we appreciate that everyone’s circumstances are different and having the freedom to flex the way we work is essential to our wellbeing. If flexibility matters to you let us know when you apply, and we will discuss how this could work in your role.
What happens next?
If this could be the next step in your journey, please apply online. All applications will be considered, and we will try our very best to respond to you within 72 hours of receiving your application.
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