Senior Water Civil Engineer

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Cork. 

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

Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally. Founded to be humane and excellent, we collaborate with our clients and partners using imagination, technology, and rigour to shape a better world.

The Opportunity

Due to significant growth in our Water Business in Ireland and internationally, we are currently recruiting for a senior civil engineer to join our water team. 

The position available is for a civil/structural engineer with over 7 years’ experience and a background in a wide range of infrastructure projects.  Ideally this experience would have been gained in flood relief schemes or water infrastructure projects, but all relevant civil engineering experience will be considered.  Experience from options development, through planning and detailed design stages is required.   Candidates will be expected to have a sound understanding and experience of the multi-disciplinary nature of infrastructure projects.  Those with knowledge of the Irish planning legislation and design and materials standards, will have an advantage. 

The ideal candidates will be looking to further their career and gain invaluable experience within an established multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy in a position of responsibility.  

This is a permanent position and offers the successful candidate long-term and international opportunities. While Cork is our preferred location, as a result of our strong digital capability and cloud-based systems and networks, it will be possible for the successful candidates to work out of their choice of any of our Irish offices

As a Senior Water Civil Engineer at Arup, you will:

• Be aware of the Irish regulatory and planning framework, together with experience in managing civil engineering projects through the planning process.
• Understand the suite of contracts used in public procurement in Ireland.
• Understand design principles, materials, and specifications used in Ireland.
• Appreciate climate adaptation and resilience principles and practices.
• Understand the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the impact engineering can have on achieving these goals.

Does this role inspire you?

We're looking for someone with: 

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering discipline is required for this role (equivalent to Level 8 in the Irish NFQ).
• A Master’s degree would be beneficial but not essential.  
• Chartered status with Engineers Ireland, or equivalent, is expected. 

Essential Skills and Knowledge: 

• Strong civil engineering technical design skills in the areas of surface water, wastewater, and water supply design. 
• Experience in pipelines, water networks, pumping stations or flood relief schemes will be an advantage
• Ability to technically lead and manage the design process from conceptual layout to detailed design and construction.
• Passionate about driving digital delivery on projects and keeping appraised of latest industry developments around digital and BIM.
• Experience with Civil 3D / Revit / OpenRoads / Microstation and other BIM software
• Understanding of wider engineering project requirements e.g. geotechnics, utilities, risk management etc and ability to tailor civil engineering interventions to suit wider project aspirations.  
• Experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams and client/stakeholder liaison, with proven design co-ordination management and leadership. 
• Experience in project and commercial management to drive the delivery of projects 
• Ability to mentor junior staff in developing their own technical and commercial expertise. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong numerical skills. 
• Effective planning and organisational skills.  
• An ability to multi-task efficiently under pressure and maintain high level of attention to detail. 
• A willingness to engage and listen, to understand the needs of your clients and colleagues.  

 We also value: 

• Enthusiasm for a career in the water sector, underpinned through knowledge and understanding of our sector and work. 
• Highly motivated, proactive and willing to take on new challenges.  
• An organised approach and the ability to plan-ahead to ensure deadlines are met. 
• Demonstrate a creative approach to problem solving and seek to improve existing ways of working.  
• The aptitude to work on your own initiative and be proactive.  
• Be flexible to the needs of the business, and changes to project plans.  
• Be dedicated to the delivery of projects, and the development of the team and business as a whole.  
• A strong sense of appropriate ethical practice. A professional, trustworthy and approachable attitude. 

Why Arup?

At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust-owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
• Wellbeing and Culture: At Arup we are committed to fostering a healthy working culture by offering a range of health and wellbeing benefits, including health insurance, flexible working schemes, wellness programmes and an Employee Assistance Programme. 
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We strive to embed inclusion in our way of working, our interactions with one another and the projects we deliver. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for talented people of any background, based on merit, fairness and respect.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. 

Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?