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 Opportunity

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.

Lead the delivery of complex, multidisciplinary projects within Arup's Science, Industry & Technology portfolio, with a particular focus on data centre projects. This role demands end-to-end ownership of project delivery, including client management, commercial oversight, team leadership, and technical coordination. The Senior Project Manager will play a critical role in achieving project excellence across programme, cost, and quality outcomes.

Your role

Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of data centre or other SI&T projects from concept through to completion
Act as the main client interface, building trusted relationships and ensuring proactive communication
Own and manage the delivery of project objectives: scope, budget, schedule, and quality
Prepare and oversee project documentation including execution plans, governance records, procurement strategies, and risk registers
Provide leadership in design coordination and technical integration across disciplines
Oversee procurement and contract administration processes including tender evaluations and variation management
Manage stakeholder engagement and ensure alignment between client expectations and project outcomes
Mentor and develop junior team members and contribute to capability-building across the PPM team
Represent Arup in industry forums and support business development through proposals and client presentations

Is this role right for you

Relevant tertiary qualification in Project Management, Engineering, Architecture, Construction, or related discipline
Working towards or gained professional membership of the Association of Project Management, Project Management Institute, International
Project Management Association, or Australian Institute of Project Management.
You will have a mix of practical and theorical project management knowledge.
Project Management skills to provide support to the project Lead on projects and programs across scope, time, cost, quality, resources, communications, risk, issues, and procurement.
Experience in multi-disciplinary project teams.
Knowledge or experience with digital tools and techniques which contribute to analysis, reporting or management of complex projects or programs.
Experience in one or more sectors including Science, Industry & Technology with particular focus on Data Centres.
Professional certification such as PMP, PRINCE2, or AIPM Certified Practising Project Manager
Member of PMI, APM, IPMA, or equivalent is preferred

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions Contact Psalm Manuel at psalm.manuel@arup,com

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.

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 Psalm Manuel at psalm.manuel@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

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