Water Consultant
Joining Arup
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The Opportunity
We are looking for a Water Consultant to join our fast-growing Strategic Water Services team which sits in the wider Water team. We are looking for someone who is excited by the challenge of driving innovation, delivering excellence for our clients, influencing the sector both nationally and internationally through our projects, and working in collaborative, diverse teams. We deliver innovative strategies, plans and systems across all aspects of the water cycle, and work with clients such as governmental bodies, water regulators, water utilities and global NGOs. We provide expertise in: Risk management and resilience; Sustainability; Water strategy and strategic planning including corporate strategies, adaptive strategies, water resources management planning and drainage and wastewater management planning; Water policy and regulation; Investment planning including environmental and social economics; Digital innovation for the water sector.
From your first day, you will join an unrivalled community of experts, where everyone is supported in their career path and encouraged to work towards a professional qualification, whilst driving the direction of your own career.
Your day-to-day responsibilities may include the following ; Primary and secondary research and data analysis; Conducting qualitative and quantitative assessments; Preparation of clear and concise reports; Liaising with client and managing stakeholders; Designing and facilitating workshops; Solving technical problems and providing innovative solutions; Managing delivery and budgets on small scale projects; Preparation of bids and tenders; Planning your workload so that you can deliver on time; Using various computer software packages ranging from Microsoft Office applications through to more specialist packages such as Arc GIS; Working with teams across the UK and internationally
Is this role right for you?
We're looking for candidates to join our team in our Bristol Office. We want to hear from candidates with some of the following attributes, qualifications and skills:
- A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Economics, Geography, Science, Mathematics, or a degree course with related content. Applicants with (or in progress) Masters and PhDs encouraged (but not essential)
- Good reasoning and excellent analytical skills
- A desire to acquire new skills, including digital and presentation skills
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing and verbally / Confident in interpreting the needs of clients and other stakeholders
- Able to work independently – a self-starter but also able to seek support when needed
- Ability to help develop research methods and execute research projects
- A planned and organised approach to work and meeting deadlines
Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Kylie O’Hanlon - kylie.ohanlon@arup.com. Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.
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 Kylie O’Hanlon at kylie.ohanlon@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/arup-careers-uk-application-process
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Closing Date: 18-05-25