Project Manager - Maritime

Joining Arup

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Our Maritime business is looking for an experienced Project Manager in our Toronto office to join our growing program, project and commercial management team. We are looking for someone who would help support project delivery and business development activities for our key clients in the ports and maritime markets.

The opportunity

• You will lead the management and oversight of all aspects of project and program delivery.
• You will also be responsible for but not be limited to:
• Represent Arup as the day-to-day project manager on a diverse range of maritime projects;
• Support team leaders on a range of business development activities including developing client relationships and preparation of bids;
• Working as part of a team to deliver commissions, in full compliance with Arup Management System requirements and/or Client platforms;
• Integration and management of multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality output;
• Develop own skills to ensure ongoing flexibility and value to clients; and
• Support the development of new service offerings.

Is this role right for you?

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Naval Architecture
• Minimum 8 years of project management in the maritime environment
• Business development and proposal writing experience
• Well networked and known in the maritime industry
• Experience in policy, regulatory and / or technical advisory in the maritime sector
• Experience in decarbonization projects
• Experience of green shipping corridors
• Possess the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Professional Certification in the PPM environment is an advantage; and
• Strong proficiency in Teams, SharePoint, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and P6

 Some of our current and recent projects include:

• We have been supporting the Montreal Port Authority since early 2019 in the development of their new container terminal at Contrecoeur, QC, which will have a capacity of up to 1.15 million TEUs per annum once operational
• We are currently conducting development and design planning services for a marina feasibility in Lake Ontario
• We are currently supporting a port authority in Massachusetts to relocate and design their new container terminal maintenance building
• We are currently working on a number of green shipping corridor initiatives in the region, including between Los Angeles and Shanghai

Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal. If this role is not quite what you are looking for, but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community is where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.

What we offer you

Benefits that Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families. These are 100% paid for by Arup expect for optional life insurance. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our GRRSP 5% company match to help you save for your future. 

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.  

Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job performed in Toronto location is $110,000 to $137,000 per year. Benefits are not included in the base salary range. Summary of benefits are included in this posting with details provided to applicants at the time of interview. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Toronto will differ. 

Arup is an equal opportunity employer and will consider applications from all qualified individuals. Every job applicant will be treated equally, fairly and with respect regarding race, color, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, civil status, age (except as provided by law), creed/religion, political convictions, language, ethnic or national origin, disability/handicap, pardoned record of offences, social condition (marital or family status, receipt of social assistance), and any other ground protected by the applicable human rights legislation.  

Arup is committed to improving accessibility for individuals with disabilities and to ensuring that all of our employees have the support and the tools they need to succeed. We have developed policies relating to human rights, accessibility and accommodation, and provide all our employees with training on these matters either during orientation and/or on an ongoing basis.  

If you are contacted by Arup regarding a job opportunity and you feel you need accommodation during the application process or have a question about our human rights and accessibility accommodation policies, please speak to Human Resources or send an email to americasbenefits@arup.com or call 646-802-3577 to let us know the nature of your request. 

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