Associate Project Manager

ARUP; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Project Manager with a degree in project management, engineering, or science. Candidates should have significant experience in project management and be adept at building client relationships. The role involves leading complex capital projects across various sectors including higher education and healthcare, providing strategic advisory services and managing project delivery in collaboration with diverse teams. The position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Income protection cover

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Chartered by a relevant professional body or interested in pursuing chartership.
• Significant post-graduation experience in project management or engineering consultancy.
• Demonstrated track record of leadership and project success.

Responsibilities

• Lead, monitor, and manage the delivery of major capital projects.
• Work with multi-disciplinary technical teams.
• Develop and maintain successful client relationships.

Skills

Leadership skills

Client-focused

Relationship building

Education

Relevant degree in project management, engineering or science

Job description

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.

Watch this short clip to discover how Arup are shaping a better world and how you could be a part of it!

The Opportunity

Our Programme and Project Management team is growing, and we are seeking senior project managers with experience of leading major capital projects in the higher education, healthcare, science and industrial sectors to support our ambitious growth plans across the Midlands.

We have been involved in making a positive impact on the Midlands economy for over 50 years, with an outstanding portfolio of iconic and high‑profile projects across the region, as well as supporting major national and international projects. A significant part of our work is in the design and development of some of the most functionally demanding buildings in the built environment.

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 to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

We seek applicants who have a passion for the design and successful delivery of high‑performing, large‑scale and complex buildings, combined with a natural ability to collaborate with and win the confidence of clients.

These are strategic appointments, where progression and the opportunity to further develop your own ideas within a wider multi‑disciplinary business will be very much supported and encouraged. An important part of the role will be to work in collaboration with peers across Arup’s regional, national and international offices.

We fulfil a wide variety of programme and project management roles to support our clients, including strategic advisory services, business case development, leading multi‑disciplinary capital projects, establishing client PMOs, providing procurement advice, contract administration, stakeholder management and leading project teams.

We are seeking senior project management professionals with relevant experience in any of the following sectors:

• Higher Education
• Healthcare
• Science
• Industry

Assignments are project management focussed where we support and advise our clients in developing estates strategy, business cases, design, procurement, contract administration, and construction of capital projects. Responsibilities will include leading, monitoring and managing the delivery of major capital projects, working with multi‑disciplinary technical teams, managing multiple client stakeholders and developing and maintaining successful client relationships, and management of other project managers.

Requirements

• Have a relevant degree in project management, engineering or science.
• Are chartered by a relevant professional body or are interested in pursuing chartership.
• Have significant post‑graduation experience and knowledge of project management or engineering consultancy or both.
• Can demonstrate a track record of leadership, project success and commercial acumen.
• Are a self‑starter, client focused and skilled at developing relationships with a variety of professionals.

Not ready to apply just yet or have some questions? Contact Rachel Connolly at [e-mail] - 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 Rachel Connolly at [e-mail] 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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Recruitment Agencies

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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.