Public Private Partnership (PPP) Technical Leader

Joining Arup

Arup is a global leader in engineering, design, and consultancy services. We are dedicated to shaping a better world through innovative and sustainable solutions. Our London PPP team is part of the South Transport group comprising over 400 enthusiastic staff based in 8 Fitzroy Street, London W1. The PPP Advisory business is growing significantly, and you will be a key member of the Leadership team responsible for the continued success and growth of the business. The team has a broad portfolio of circa 40 no. significant live infrastructure projects. We work across the full range of clients in the industry -  ranging from Grantor roles to Lenders Technical Advisor, Independent Engineer and SPV Advisory. We are industry leaders and frequently win major awards for our work, including success in the Technical Advisor of the Year category for an unprecedented 3 years in a row at the PPP Partnership Awards.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Associate Director to join the PPP Leadership Team to continue our success in bidding, winning and delivering projects for our clients across a wide range of geographies. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in PPP with established and successful client relationships and business development record. In addition, the individual will have strong people skills and experience in managing and mentoring staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Delivery: lead and manage the successful delivery of Technical Advisor services for PPP projects, ensuring high quality deliverables to support client objectives.
• Business Development: Identify and pursue new project opportunities in the PPP Technical Advisor services market.
• Work Winning Support: Lead input for preparation and submission of proposals and bids.
• External Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and industry collaborators and sub consultants within their area of expertise.
• Skills / People Development: Mentor and guide team members and be flexible and adaptable to new areas of work. Foster a culture of sharing, collaboration and excellence.
• Market Insight: keep up to date and share with others on latest trends, opportunities, and innovation in the industry. Provide insights to inform business and skills/people development strategies.
• Networking: Represent Arup at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities.

Is this role right for you?

• Bachelor or Masters degree in Civil Engineering, or a relevant related field. Chartered Engineer or professionally qualified with an internationally recognised professional institution.
• Extensive experience in the PPP sector, with a focus on technical advisory input to projects in this sector.
• Strong understanding of the market.
• Proven track record of lenders technical advisory. Consideration also given to Independent Engineer experience, Grantor and SPV Advisory.

• Proven experience of due diligence reports, construction and operation monitoring, and report preparation highly desirable.

• Leadership experience with the ability to inspire, motivate, teach and mentor teams.

• A recognised expert in their specialist field.

   

  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. 

   

  We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact sarah-x.graham@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.

   

  Our Application Process

   

  To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/

   

  Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

   

  Recruitment Agencies - We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.