Senior Consultant - Nuclear

Arup; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Arup is seeking a qualified Consultant to join their Business and Investor Advisory team, focusing on nuclear energy projects. The role involves project management, technical and commercial advisory, and client engagement, contributing to the UK’s energy transition. Candidates should possess relevant experience in power generation and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Accident insurance

Income protection

Flexible benefits for wellbeing

Qualifications

• Experience in nuclear new build, generation, and/or decommissioning sectors.
• Understanding of thermal power plant fundamentals.
• Previous experience in advisory and client-facing roles.

Responsibilities

• Manage consulting or advisory projects with technical and commercial input.
• Produce reports, specifications, and advisory notes.
• Engage in business development activities and client meetings.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Technical Expertise

Commercial Awareness

Education

Background in power generation or engineering

Job description

Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

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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 to recruit a professionally qualified consultant to work on a variety of projects, primarily in the nuclear energy sector. We require 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 would join an established and award-winning advisory consulting team working on UK and international assignments in power generation and bioenergy sectors. Our mandates range from small-scale distributed generation to multi-utility portfolios across large geographies. The technologies and markets covered include nuclear energy, biomass and biofuels, geothermal energy, waste-to-energy (including incineration, gasification, and pyrolysis), mechanical and biological treatment of waste, and district heating/cogeneration facilities and networks.

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

The applicant should be broadly familiar with market standards for key delivery roles (investors, developers, EPC and O&M contractors, equipment OEMs, etc.), contracting models (e.g., NEC4), good practice design and specification, regulatory and nuclear safety considerations, and experience in delivering or advising on risk mitigations. Arup is involved in all major nuclear new build projects in the UK, including the deployment of new Small Modular Reactor projects, 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. We respect, share, and connect diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that is meaningful to Arup, your career, our members, and the communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

This role involves project management of consulting or advisory projects, supporting advisory teams with technical and/or commercial input. 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 (condition assessments, root cause analyses), drawings (layouts, process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams), specifications, and contracts to understand and advise on technical and commercial risks, liaising with specialists on risk mitigation measures.

Additional responsibilities include reviewing and providing technical and commercial input into business plans, such as operating inputs (availability, thermal efficiency) and costs. You will meet clients to present findings and discuss new opportunities, including preparing bids to secure new nuclear sector projects and engaging in business development activities through your external network.

The role may involve short overseas business travel and travel within the UK.

Requirements:

• A background in power generation, ideally with engineering, science, or construction project management experience (including budgets, schedules, and deliverables).
• Experience in nuclear new build, generation, and/or decommissioning sectors, with a good understanding of nuclear power’s role as a low-carbon electricity source and its importance in the UK energy future.
• Understanding of thermal power plant fundamentals, especially light water reactors, nuclear fission, and safety considerations throughout a nuclear plant’s lifecycle.
• Previous experience in advisory and client-facing roles, with strong communication skills to represent Arup at senior levels and translate technical information for clients.

Not ready to apply or have questions? Contact Rachel Connolly at [e-mail]. Please note, do not send CVs via email to ensure GDPR compliance.

What We Offer You

We support your success and growth, offering 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 personal responsibility and independence, allowing you to choose work that aligns with our purpose and legacy. Profit Share enables members to share in collective success. Benefits include private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance, income protection, and flexible benefits for your wellbeing.

Our Values and Inclusion

Arup is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds. We promote an equitable environment that values diverse experiences and ideas, supporting networks for race, ethnicity, gender, LGBTQ+, disability, and more. We aim to create a space where everyone can thrive and contribute positively.

Guided by our values and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we strive for equitable systems and spaces. Our recruitment process is accessible; contact Rachel Connolly for assistance or adjustments. We will support you throughout your application process.

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Closing Date: 21 June 2025

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