Senior Consultant - Nuclear

ARUP; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the nuclear energy sector is seeking a qualified consultant to join their award-winning team. The role involves managing advisory projects, providing technical expertise, and engaging with clients on nuclear energy initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in power generation and experience in advisory roles, contributing to impactful projects that promote low-carbon energy solutions.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Private medical insurance

Profit sharing

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in nuclear new build or decommissioning sectors.
• Knowledge of thermal power fundamentals and nuclear safety.
• Background in power generation with project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage consulting projects and produce technical/commercial deliverables.
• Liaise with clients and specialists to advise on risk mitigation.
• Participate in business development activities and bid preparation.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Expertise

Commercial Awareness

Client Communication

Education

Engineering or Science Degree

Job description

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The Opportunity

Our award-winning Business and Investor Advisory (BIA) team, recognized as the European Technical Advisor of the Year for the last four years, is seeking a professionally qualified consultant to work on various projects, primarily in the nuclear energy sector. We need a consultant with sound technical and commercial expertise to support and lead nuclear advisory projects and promote knowledge of nuclear energy projects across the firm.

The candidate will join an established and award-winning advisory consulting team working on UK and international assignments in power generation and bioenergy. Our projects range from small-scale distributed generation to large multi-utility portfolios across broad geographies. Technologies and markets include nuclear energy, biomass, biofuels, geothermal, waste-to-energy (including incineration, gasification, pyrolysis), waste treatment, and district heating/cogeneration facilities.

We seek an experienced Consultant to focus on advisory projects in the nuclear sector, contributing across power, bioenergy, and energy transition sectors (including distributed energy, hydrogen, thermal power, cogeneration, waste, and bioenergy). The ideal candidate will have experience in providing consulting or advisory services covering technical, environmental, economic, commercial, and operational issues.

The applicant should be familiar with market standards regarding key delivery roles (investors, developers, EPC and O&M contractors, OEMs), contracting models (e.g., NEC4), good practice design and specifications, regulatory and nuclear safety considerations, and risk mitigation strategies. Arup has key advisory roles in all major UK nuclear new build projects, including the deployment of new Small Modular Reactors, and the candidate may be expected to provide senior technical and commercial advice on these or other nuclear projects.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality thrives. Our strength comes from respecting, sharing, and connecting diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You will have opportunities to do socially useful work that matters to Arup, your career, our members, clients, and communities.

Is this role right for you?

This role involves project management of consulting or advisory projects, supporting advisory teams with technical and/or commercial expertise. Responsibilities include producing technical and commercial deliverables such as reports, presentations, specifications, advisory notes, and due diligence reports. You will review or write technical reports, drawings, specifications, and contracts, and liaise with specialists to advise on risk mitigation.

You will also review and contribute technical and commercial inputs into business plans, meet with clients to present findings, and participate in business development activities, including bid preparation and securing new commissions in the nuclear sector. Travel opportunities within the UK and abroad may be available.

Requirements:

• Background in power generation, ideally with engineering, science, or project management experience (budgets, schedules, deliverables).
• Experience in nuclear new build, generation, or decommissioning sectors, with understanding of nuclear power’s role as a low-carbon energy source in the UK.
• Knowledge of thermal power plant fundamentals, light water reactors, nuclear fission, and safety considerations throughout a nuclear plant’s lifecycle.
• Experience in advisory and client-facing roles, with confidence and communication skills to represent Arup at senior levels and translate technical info for clients.

For questions or to express interest, contact Rachel Connolly at [e-mail]. Please do not send CVs via email to ensure GDPR compliance.

What We Offer You

We care about your success and offer an attractive total reward package, including competitive pay, benefits supporting health and wellbeing, learning opportunities, and impactful work. As a member-owned company, we foster collaboration on ambitious projects that deliver remarkable outcomes. Profit sharing, private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance, income protection, and flexible benefits are part of our offerings.

Our Values and Diversity

Arup is an equal opportunity employer promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to accessible recruitment processes. Our internal networks support an inclusive culture, aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals. For assistance or adjustments, contact Rachel Connolly.

Application Process

Visit our recruitment process page for details. Arup will never ask for bank details during recruitment. We work with trusted recruitment agencies listed on our preferred supplier list. Closing date: 21 June 2025.