Transport Project Leader - Denmark

Arup; København; On-site; DKK 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Flexible working

Modern offices

International collaboration

Job summary

Arup has a prominent Copenhagen presence and is expanding leadership in Denmark and the Nordic region. The Transport Leader will guide growth and delivery across rail, roads and aviation with clients, authorities and partners, while drawing on Arup's global Transport network.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams, shape project strategies and ensure high standards of safety, quality and collaboration across live programmes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience leading complex transport infrastructure projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven track record as Project Director/Leader/Design Manager or similar.
• Experience with operators, authorities, contractors or consultants.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure delivery from planning to implementation.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to build and lead diverse project teams.
• Degree in Engineering, Transport Planning, Construction Management or related discipline.
• Professional fluency in Danish and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary projects and programmes.
• Act as Project Director/Leader/Design Manager on complex assignments.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with transport clients and partners.
• Lead strategic pursuits, bidding activities and client engagement.
• Develop project delivery strategies and execution plans.
• Build and lead high-performing project teams.
• Coordinate specialists across disciplines and regions.
• Support growth of Arup's transport business in Denmark and the Nordics.
• Mentor colleagues and future leaders.
• Promote excellence in delivery, safety, quality and collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Project delivery

Team building

Education

Engineering/Transport-related degree

Job description

Shape the future of transport in Denmark and the Nordics

Arup is growing its business in the transport market in Denmark and across the Nordic region.

We are looking for an experienced Transport Leader to join our Copenhagen office and help lead the growth and delivery of major rail, metro and transport infrastructure projects.

Working with clients and multidisciplinary teams in Denmark and internationally, you will play a leading role in shaping the future of transport and mobility infrastructure while drawing on the expertise of Arup's global transport network.

As a trusted advisor to clients and project teams, you will help develop opportunities, lead project delivery and build high-performing teams that bring together specialists from across Arup's global Transport network.

Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have guided how we shape a better world for over 80 years. Our business is entering an exciting phase of growth in Denmark and the Nordics, supported by significant investment in transport infrastructure and a strong pipeline of rail, aviation, roads and streets major programme opportunities. Copenhagen serves as Arup's Nordic hub and plays a central role in our long-term growth ambitions across the region.

The Opportunity

As Transport Leader, you will lead both the growth and delivery of Arup's business in Denmark and support the expansion of our transport activities across the Nordic region.

You will work with transport clients and partners across rail, roads and streets, and aviation, including authorities, operators, developers, contractors and other delivery organisations. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams and guide delivery in technically complex, operationally sensitive environments, helping to achieve successful project outcomes through strong collaboration and effective partnership working.

You could find yourself working on projects involving:

• Large roads and streets, rail or aviation projects
• Major transport interchanges
• Tunnels and major underground infrastructure
• Major infrastructure programmes delivered in live operational environments

As a Transport Leader at Arup, you will:

• Lead multidisciplinary projects and programmes.
• Act as Project Director, Project Leader and/or Design Manager on complex assignments.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with key transport clients and industry partners.
• Lead strategic pursuits, bidding activities and client engagement.
• Develop project delivery strategies and execution plans.
• Build, structure and lead high-performing project teams.
• Coordinate specialists across multiple disciplines, geographies and regions.
• Support the growth of Arup's transport business in Denmark and across the Nordic region.
• Help strengthen and expand relationships with our key clients.
• Bring international best practice, innovation and technical excellence to Nordic transport projects through Arup's global transport network.
• Mentor and develop colleagues and future leaders.
• Promote excellence in project delivery, safety, quality and collaboration.

Why Join Arup's Transport Team?

Arup has supported major transport infrastructure projects in Denmark for decades, building a strong reputation through our long-standing involvement in metro, tunnel, roads and streets, aviation and multidisciplinary transport programmes. Building on trusted client relationships and continued business growth, we are now strengthening our presence across Denmark and the wider Nordic region.

This role offers the opportunity to shape that next phase of growth while remaining closely involved in project delivery. Unlike purely business development positions, this is a true leadership role spanning clients, projects, people and strategy.

Working from Copenhagen, you will help strengthen Arup's position as a Nordic hub while contributing to opportunities across Denmark, Sweden and Norway.

Does this role inspire you?

We are looking for an experienced transport professional who combines strong leadership skills with a deep understanding of project delivery, technical excellence and business growth.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Minimum 15 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience leading complex transport infrastructure projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven track record as a Project Director, Project Leader, Design Manager, Programme Manager or similar leadership role.
• Experience working with operators, transport authorities, contractors or consultants.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure delivery across planning, design and implementation phases.
• Experience building client relationships and winning work.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to build, motivate and lead diverse project teams.
• Degree in Engineering, Transport Planning, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Professional fluency in Danish and English.
• We welcome candidates from a range of backgrounds, including engineering, civil infrastructure, project delivery,programmemanagement, and transport planning.

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.

We offer:

• The opportunity to lead and grow Arup's transport business in Denmark and across the Nordic region.
• Access to Arup's global transport network and technical excellence.
• The opportunity to work on some of the world's most significant transport projects.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and international collaboration.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Participation in Arup's global profit share programme.
• Modern offices in the heart of Copenhagen.
• An inclusive and collaborative culture where diverse perspectives are valued.
• 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.

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

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