Joining Arup
Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
Our water team work in 90 countries, collaborating across over 50 related technical and advisory disciplines. This is how we’re able to respond to such a wide range of water projects and programmes, from the Shanghai drainage masterplan to the expertise and detailed design on Mansfield Sustainable Flood Resilience. We use consultancy, engineering and research to bring the most insightful approaches to water projects wherever they are in the world.
Arup helps the world manage its water, from the supply of clean drinking water to understanding flood risks, from drainage to sanitation. Across the UK, our multi-disciplinary water professionals support clients on projects ranging from national policy development, adaptive pathways strategies, strategic water resource and wastewater planning, and investment plans and strategic business cases.
The Opportunity
Our water business continues to grow in response to increasing market demand, supported by a diverse and expanding portfolio of strategic advisory projects. We work with a wide range of clients, including government bodies, infrastructure owners and operators, regulators, policy organisations and investors. Recent clients include Welsh Water, Wessex Water, Northern Ireland Water, Severn Trent Water, The Nature Conservancy, Ofwat, Natural Resources Wales and the Environment Agency.
We Are Seeking a Consultant To Join Our Dynamic Mid-West Strategic Water Services Team. You Will Be Motivated By The Opportunity To Drive Innovation, Provide High-quality Advice To Clients, And Shape The Future Of The Water Sector Through Impactful Projects And Thought Leadership. Our Team Provides Expertise Across
* Policy, regulation and governance
* Strategy and planning, including long-term strategies, adaptive plans, WRMP, DWMP and flood risk management strategies
* Asset management and investment planning
From day one, you will join a supportive community of experts where career development is encouraged, professional qualifications are supported, and you retain ownership of your own growth. You will help deliver high-quality services to a variety of high-profile clients, advising on strategic, policy and economic issues across the water sector. You will also play an active role in managing relationships with public and private-sector clients, infrastructure operators and regulators.
What You’ll Do
Working collaboratively with colleagues across the UK and internationally, you will help deliver strategic advisory services for a range of clients in the water sector. You will contribute to research, analysis, client engagement and project delivery, helping to shape robust and forward-looking solutions.
Your Responsibilities Are Likely To Include
* Preparing clear, concise and compelling reports
* Liaising with clients and supporting effective stakeholder management
* Designing and facilitating workshops
* Solving technical problems and developing innovative solutions as your experience grows
* Conducting primary and secondary research, including data analysis
* Undertaking qualitative and quantitative assessments
* Managing delivery and budgets on small projects
* Supporting the preparation of bids and tenders
* Planning your workload to meet deadlines and maintain quality
* Using specialist tools such as ArcGIS
* Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across the UK and internationally
What We’re Looking For
As a consultant, you will contribute to a diverse range of strategic water projects across the UK and internationally. We are looking for an ambitious, driven and collaborative professional to join our teams in Bristol, Cardiff or Birmingham.
Requirements
* A minimum of a Master’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Geography, Science, Mathematics, Water Science or Policy, or a related discipline (candidates with or working towards Masters/PhDs encouraged but not essential)
* At least two years of relevant experience
* Strong reasoning and analytical skills
* Ability to interpret client and stakeholder needs
* Ability to take a strategic view on complex, multi-faceted issues
* Experience developing research methods and delivering research projects
* Confidence working independently and taking initiative
* A planned and organised approach to work and deadlines
* Adaptability to work across a broad range of environmental, engineering and design disciplines
* Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams
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 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 Ali.wallace@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
All applications will be considered, and we will make every effort to respond within 72 hours of receipt. Please note that response times may be subject to delays during the festive period.
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Closing date - 16/02/26
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