Senior Project Manager –Lenders’ Environmental and Social Advisory

Arup; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Career development

Access to technical networks

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Arup is seeking an experienced Environmental & Social (E&S) professional to join the LESA team and support a growing portfolio of industrial and energy projects. You will advise lenders, sponsors and investors on ESIA and social risks across multiple geographies, collaborating with Arup’s global specialists and contributing to a low-carbon transition.

You will lead environmental and social assessments, manage projects, and mentor colleagues while maintaining strong client relationships and

Qualifications

• Experience delivering ESIA and ESDD for complex infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of international standards (IFC, Equator Principles, EIB, EBRD).
• Experience advising lenders and project sponsors on environmental and social risk.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental and social assessments, due diligence, monitoring for lender-financed projects.
• Act as Project Manager or Technical Lead on multinational assignments.
• Coordinate inputs, manage budgets and ensure timely delivery.
• Build client relationships and contribute to business development.

Skills

Environmental & Social risk management

ESIA / ESDD experience

Project management

Client relationship management

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Arup's globally connected and multidisciplinary Lenders' Environmental and Social Advisory (LESA) team provides environmental, social and sustainability advisory services to lenders, investors, developers and project sponsors on complex infrastructure projects worldwide. Working across sectors including transport, energy, water and emerging low-carbon technologies, the team supports clients throughout the project lifecycle by delivering Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA), due diligence, lender monitoring, management systems development and implementation support in line with international standards including IFC Performance Standards, Equator Principles, EIB Standards, EBRD Performance Requirements and World Bank requirements.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Environmental & Social (E&S) professional to join our growing LESA team and support a rapidly expanding portfolio of industrial and new energy carrier developments, including hydrogen, green and blue ammonia, sustainable fuels and battery energy storage projects.

This is an opportunity to work on high-profile international projects, advising lenders, project sponsors and investors on environmental and social risks across multiple geographies. You will collaborate with industry-leading specialists across Arup's global network while developing your expertise in lender advisory services and supporting the transition to a low‑carbon future.

Key responsibilities:

• Leading Environmental & Social assessments, due diligence, monitoring and assurance assignments for lender‑financed projects.
• Acting as Project Manager or Technical Lead on multidisciplinary international projects.
• Managing project teams, coordinating specialist inputs and ensuring project delivery to budget, programme and quality requirements.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships while supporting business development and winning work.
• Mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to capability development across the business.

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, your career, our members and the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

We are looking for people who:

• Have strong experience managing environmental and social impacts and risks for complex infrastructure, industrial or energy projects across diverse international contexts.
• Have proven expertise applying lender requirements and international standards through Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA), Environmental & Social Due Diligence (ESDD), gap analyses, monitoring and assurance activities.
• Have experience applying COMAH regulations, BAT assessments or similar environmental risk management frameworks within industrial, energy or process‑based industries.
• Have a track record of leading multidisciplinary projects, building trusted client relationships and contributing to business development and work‑winning activities.
• Hold a degree in a relevant discipline and are professionally qualified, working towards chartership, or hold membership of a relevant professional body such as ISEP, IES or RGS.
• Experience within industrial processing, oil & gas, petrochemical or emerging energy sectors, including hydrogen, ammonia, sustainable fuels or battery energy storage projects.
• Ability to work in French or Spanish.
• Experience developing and implementing Environmental, Health, Safety and Social Management Systems.
• Experience working on projects in developing country contexts.
• ISO 14001, ISO 45001 Lead Auditor or equivalent certification.
• NEBOSH qualification or equivalent health and safety certification.

***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

• Opportunity to work on high‑profile and nationally significant projects globally.
• Career development within a global multidisciplinary organisation.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to industry‑leading technical networks and expertise.
• A collaborative and inclusive working environment focused on sustainable outcomes.

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 Lei Padua 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.