Team Lead - Strategic Transport & Mobility Consulting

Arup; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Growth & Development

Global Opportunities

Financial Well-being & Ownership

Wellbeing and Culture

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Job summary

Arup in Dublin is seeking a Team Lead for Strategic Transport & Mobility Consulting to lead a high-performing team delivering strategic advisory services across Ireland and Europe. You will guide the strategic direction, oversee projects on transport policy, sustainable mobility, decarbonisation, and integrated land use, and build relationships with clients, partners and stakeholders.

This role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and delivering high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• Degree in Transport Planning, Urban Planning, Public Policy, or related discipline; master's is a plus.
• Extensive senior-level mobility advisory experience with transport policy, sustainable mobility, decarbonisation.
• Proven leadership in advisory teams within consulting, public-sector, or multi-disciplinary environments.
• Strong client engagement and ability to present to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a diverse team of consultants in a collaborative culture.
• Shape strategic direction for the Strategic Consulting team across local, national, and European markets.
• Oversee delivery of high-impact advisory projects in transport policy, sustainability, decarbonisation, and land use integration.
• Build trusted client relationships and identify new opportunities.
• Represent Arup as a thought leader in sustainable mobility and project delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Mobility Advisory

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Degree in Transport Planning / Urban Planning or related

Job description

Team Lead - Strategic Transport & Mobility Consulting

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Dublin.

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

This is a pivotal advisory role, responsible for leading a high-performing team, delivering strategic consulting to clients, and helping to shape the future of sustainable mobility across Ireland and Europe.

The team based in our Dublin office delivers strategic advisory services to clients across Ireland and Europe. The team brings together expertise in strategy, planning, research, and advisory, with a core focus on supporting clients to advance the integration of land use and transport, sustainable mobility outcomes and the transition to low‑carbon travel.

As Team Lead - Strategic Transport & Mobility Consulting at Arup, you will:

• Lead, develop and grow a diverse team of around five consultants, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture
• Guide the strategic direction for our Strategic Consulting team, aligning our offer with Arup’s vision, evolving transport challenges, and client needs across local, national, and European markets
• Oversee the delivery of high-impact advisory projects across transport policy, strategy, sustainable mobility, decarbonisation, transport innovation, and integrated land use and transport planning
• Build trusted relationships and grow the business, engaging with clients, partners, stakeholders, and colleagues to identify and secure new opportunities
• Represent Arup as a thought leader in sustainable mobility advisory, contributing to industry forums, strengthening our market reputation, and championing high-quality project delivery

Does this role inspire you?

We're looking for someone who is passionate about team leadership and who thrives in collaborative settings. We also value:

• Degree in Transport Planning, Urban Planning, Public Policy, or a related discipline / equivalent experience (master’s degree is a plus)
• Extensive senior‑level experience in mobility advisory, transport policy, sustainable mobility, decarbonisation strategies, or integrated land use and transport planning
• Proven leadership experience, including developing, mentoring, and managing advisory teams in a consulting, public‑sector, or multidisciplinary project environment
• Strong track record in client engagement and strategic advisory delivery, with experience working with public and/or private sector clients and presenting confidently to senior stakeholders
• Familiarity with national and European transport frameworks, funding programmes, digital tools, or data‑driven decision‑making is an advantage
• Excellent communication in English, including producing high‑quality reports and presentations

Why Arup?

At Arup, you’ll join a purpose‑driven, trust‑owned firm that values diversity, inclusion, and professional growth. We offer global opportunities, a competitive benefits package, and the chance to shape a better world through your work.

Benefits that work for you:

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short‑term or long‑term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well‑being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit‑sharing programme.
• Wellbeing and Culture: At Arup we are committed to fostering a healthy working culture by offering a range of health and wellbeing benefits, including health insurance, flexible working schemes, wellness programmes and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We strive to embed inclusion in our way of working, our interactions with one another and the projects we deliver. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for talented people of any background, based on merit, fairness and respect.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact [e-mail]. We're here to support you.

Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?