Graduate Risk & Resilience Consultant (Available 2027)

Arup; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Flexible working

Health & wellbeing benefits

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Arup is a global consultancy guiding the future of the built environment. The Graduate Risk & Resilience Consultant will conduct risk assessments for multiple hazards, analyze climate risks, and develop resilience strategies for buildings, infrastructure and communities.

The role emphasizes data-driven recommendations, scripting for models, and client-facing deliverables. Candidates should have a civil/structural or climate-related degree, basic programming knowledge, and interest in climate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Climate Science or similar.
• MS or PhD in engineering, science, or risk management desirable but not required.
• Basic understanding of programming and data visualization.
• Interest in climate change and resilient infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Undertake qualitative and quantitative risk assessments for hazards including earthquake, flood, wind, heat, wildfire.
• Perform hazard analysis and incorporate climate change into models.
• Develop risk mitigation and resilience strategies for buildings, infrastructure, cities and communities.
• Support project deliverables including reporting and client communication.

Skills

Risk assessment

Hazard analysis

Climate change understanding

Programming basics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Climate Science

Tools

GIS

Job description

Graduate Risk & Resilience Consultant (Available 2027)

You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future.

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

The opportunity

• Undertake qualitative and quantitative physical risk assessments of buildings and infrastructure for multiple hazards including earthquake, flood, wind, heat, and wildfire, among others.
• Undertake hazard analysis for multiple hazards, which may include climate change analysis and apply methods to incorporate climate change into hazard models.
• Perform vulnerability analysis of assets consideringdifferent typesof hazards; apply advanced simulation methods, engineering calculations, precedent research, etc.
• Support the development of risk mitigation,resilienceand climate adaptation strategies, when applicable, for buildings and infrastructure projects as well as for cities and communities.
• Apply best practices in risk-based decision making and adaptation planning (e.g., cost-benefit analysis, adaptation pathways).
• Employ and develop automation scripts for risk models and other daily tasks.
• Support the development of project deliverables including reporting, enabling digital platforms, and communicating findings to clients and stakeholders.

Is this role right for you?

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Climate Science or similar. An MS or PhD in engineering, science, or risk management is desirable but notrequired.
• Basic understanding of computer programming and coding experience to enable hazard and/or engineering risk calculations andresultspostprocessing / visualization.
• Understandingofbasic concepts in risk,statisticsand probability.
• Interest in understanding climate change and natural hazard risks and improving the resilience of assets in the built environment.
• Understandingofmulti-hazard qualitative and quantitative risk assessment methods and models preferred.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to conduct risk assessments, evaluate adaptation options, perform cost-benefit analysis, and develop data-driven recommendations preferred.
• Familiarity with probabilistic risk modeling concepts and methodologies such as FEMA P-58 and HAZUS, or similar preferred.
• Proficiencyin computer programmingpreferred.
• Subject matterexpertisewith one or morehazards such as earthquake, wind, flood, wildfire, or extreme heat, orexpertisein climate change preferred.
• Proficiencyin GIS softwarepreferred.
• Understanding of factors which influence the resilience of buildings and other physical infrastructure, organizations, and communities preferred.

To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your cv/resume and meet the following criteria:

Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future

No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role

Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts

Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes;

Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.

Innovative minds: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.

Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.

Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

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 permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our members.

Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm’s financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future

San Francisco Hiring Range – Hiring Range- The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performedin San Francisco is $79,500 to $86,500 per year. This range iscommensuratewith experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of San Francisco will differ.

Next steps

We've designed our application process to be straightforward and supportive, giving you the opportunity to showcase your skills and potential. Applications are reviewed as they're received, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage. Our friendly Early Careers team is available throughout the process to answer questions and help you feel confident every step of the way.

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 your recruiter to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

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