Senior Consultant – Operational Integration & Readiness

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

The Senior Consultant - Operational Integration and Readiness will apply in-depth knowledge and specialist skills in leading and managing the planning and delivery of a range of client projects across any of the following technical areas: Operational Integration, Operational Readiness and Change Management.

The Opportunity

• Lead, manage and deliver client projects or workstreams of larger/complex project in operations and/or change management. Lead project planning and scoping by outlining full projects/activities and resources required, e.g. time, people and skills.
• Build great client networks and relationships and liaises closely with key client stakeholders to facilitate the delivery of set project outcomes.
• Establish strong internal networks, building awareness and creating connections with other business disciplines in South Australia and with regional and global peers. Maintain Arup’s industry leadership in the development, or support of, methodologies, tools, thought leadership papers and the community of practice and skills networks.
• Contribute to business development pursuits, including identifying work opportunities in existing client relationships, developing compelling and winning proposals and pitch documents.
• Provide definition and direction to the local team, interfacing with other national / global teams, setting the strategy for the team and supporting the development of skills and service offerings.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. 
You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. 

Is this role right for you?

• Recognised relevant tertiary qualifications in Project Management, Business, Design, Engineering, or similar area.
• 6-10 years of relevant industry experience in Operations Consulting, Operational Readiness, Operational Improvement, Change Management or Project Management within a consulting business environment.
• Experience in one or more of the following markets: Aviation, Rail, Healthcare.
• Skilled and experienced in methods and tools regarding process design, system integration, change and communications.
• Project management and delivery skills, including financial and risk management.
• Experienced facilitator, and stakeholder manager comfortable working with groups including senior management cohorts.

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.

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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.

Our Application Process

Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.