Concrete Materials Specialist

ARUP; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Arup is seeking a Concrete Materials Specialist to join our Materials team within the Specialist Technology, Analytics and Research group. You will provide expert input on concrete technology, durability, and low-carbon strategies while supporting global client projects.

You will contribute to research, engage with standards bodies, and work across diverse buildings and infrastructure assignments, with occasional overseas travel.

Qualifications

• Degree in civil, structural or materials engineering; doctorate advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of concrete technology, standards and construction.
• Knowledge of concrete durability and service-life modelling.
• Understanding of low carbon concrete and cementitious materials.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advisory input across concrete technology and durability.
• Contribute to research projects and support innovative approaches.
• Work across buildings and infrastructure projects from advisory to teams.
• Help clients optimise performance and life-cycle management of concrete assets.
• Collaborate with internal/external clients globally; travel when required.

Skills

Concrete technology

Concrete durability

Low carbon concrete

Report writing

Presentation skills

Independent working

Travel readiness

Education

Degree in civil/structural/materials engineering

Doctorate advantageous

Tools

3D concrete printing

Job description

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Concrete Materials Specialist to join Arup’s Materials team, part of our Specialist Technology, Analytics and Research group. This is an opportunity to strengthen our concrete materials discipline and support our existing capability in providing specialist concrete materials and technology advice to internal and external clients globally.

In this role you will:

• Provide technical advisory input across concrete technology, concrete durability, low carbon concrete strategies, problem investigation, specification writing and review.
• Contribute to research projects and support innovative approaches to concrete and related materials.
• Work across a varied range of buildings and infrastructure projects, from short advisory conversations through to being an integral part of project teams.
• Help clients optimise the performance and life cycle management of concrete assets.
• Collaborate with internal and external clients globally, with occasional overseas travel where required.

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'd like to hear from you if:

• You are educated to at least degree level in a relevant subject such as civil, structural or materials engineering; a relevant doctorate would be advantageous but is not essential.
• You have a strong foundation in concrete technology, relevant standards and concrete construction, with a clear interest in specialising further in this field.
• You bring knowledge and experience of concrete durability, deterioration mechanisms and service-life modelling techniques.
• You understand low carbon concrete, including traditional and alternative cementitious materials.
• You have strong report writing and presentation skills, can work independently, and are willing to engage with standards committees and technical groups such as the Concrete Society, BSI, RILEM or fib.
• You bring practical knowledge of concrete condition assessment and repair, supply chain or materials R&D experience, or knowledge of 3D concrete printing or other advanced construction methods.

Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Marek Mazurowski ([e-mail]). Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.

***Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Any offer made will be subject to satisfactory proof of immigration status.***

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 benefitstof 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 atwww.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Marek Mazurowski ([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

To understand what to expect next, please visit ourhttps://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/.

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Closing date: 27th September 2026

We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.