Job Description

Do you want to make a positive impact on the world? Sustainable development is at the heart of everything we do. Seventy-five years ago, we created a home for creative thinkers seeking to solve the world’s biggest challenges. Today, a collective of 16,000+ Arupians gather across the globe from 140 different countries to build a sustainable future. We strive to create an inclusive environment and give everyone a voice. Diversity drives innovation in our projects and offers empathy to the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from people living with disability and provide workplace adjustments. At Arup, you’ll do more than work — you’ll shape a better world.

About this role
The Project Manager will act as the single point of contact within a client organisation for the external project team. This role will be accountable for the overall risk and issue management of projects within specified remit. You will represent the Advisory Services interests of Arup and the industry in professional bodies and to support the growth of Arup as a brand in Advisory Services. Occasional travel to project locations may be required.

What will I do?

• Implementing and managing the internal coordination within the client organisation and instructing the project team accordingly and ensure effective and efficient delivery of any projects within specified remit
• Ensure project team comply with the standard client organisation governance process and related financial reporting requirements
• Facilitating a client-specific online Project Management tool throughout the project with regular reporting of project progress and cost performance within the client organisation
• Regular completion of KPI scorecards and assessments for project teams and manage stakeholder communication
• Liaise with client organisation stakeholders/delivery partners (eg, Global Technology, Corporate Security and etc) as to their involvement to ensure end to end project financial management, including close out of the project financials

What will I bring?

• Degree in Engineering (Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, etc), Architecture, or Quantity Surveying with minimum 5 years of relevant experience in providing Project or Programme Management services for commercial office fit-out projects
• Ideally having already gained experience being based at a client’s office
• Ability to undertake high-level analysis
• Experience in managing key projects, including the management of multi-disciplinary project teams and the ability to effectively manage large and complex projects commercially
• Substantial experience in working closely with client organisations, including the ability to advise clients on buildability, cost-effectiveness, and sustainable solutions

Our firm
Dedicated to sustainable development, the firm is a collective of 16,000 designers, advisors and experts working across 140 countries. Founded to be both humane and excellent, we collaborate with our clients and partners using imagination, technology, and rigour to shape a better world. We create spaces where everyone feels safe, seen and included and able to perform at their best. We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and well-being of our members.

Are you ready to shape a better world?
Our open roles are waiting for you on the Arup careers page. If you like what you see here, apply today. Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.

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