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Senior Project Manager
Senior Project Manager: Programme & Project Management (PPM) Team
Join Arup
Arup’s purpose, our shared values, and collaborative approach have driven us for over 80 years, enabling us to shape a better world with our diverse and unified teams.
The Opportunity
We’re seeking a Senior Project Manager to contribute to our expanding Programme & Project Management (PPM) team in London. You’ll be part of a dynamic team advising across our markets and clients, with an initial priority on delivering major complex building projects, including:
- Life sciences (scientific research laboratories)
- Higher education
- Healthcare
- Technology & commercial property
UK Government Security Clearance (SC) or the ability to obtain it is required due to project sensitivities in scientific sectors.
At Arup, belonging, growth, and impact are at the heart of how we operate. We foster individuality, connect diverse perspectives, and inspire socially meaningful work.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage multi-sector building projects, particularly in complex sciences, education, healthcare, and commercial environments.
- Oversee multidisciplinary design and contractor teams across the project lifecycle to ensure optimum performance.
- Lead stakeholder and contractor engagement, administer commercial contracts, and seize opportunities for client relationship growth.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial and reputational risks effectively.
- Facilitate project governance, business case development, and gateway review processes.
- Drive alignment with strategic objectives and proactive programme delivery across markets.
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Requirements
- Proven experience spanning the design, procurement, and construction phases of complex projects.
- Degree in an apt discipline (e.g. project management, construction, quantity surveying, engineering) and affiliation with a professional body such as:
- APM, RICS, ICE, RIBA, or CIOB.
- Deep knowledge of advisory and consulting services, including tendering, bidding, and multi-disciplinary project delivery.
- Strong background in stakeholder and client management, interpreting requirements, and keeping projects aligned.
- Team leadership experience, including people management and operational command in complex environments.
Questions or next steps?
For more information or guidance, contact Rachel Connolly at rachel.connolly@arup.com. Note: To uphold our GDPR compliance, do not send CVs unsolicited to this address.
Why Join Arup?
We champion equity, development, and mutual success.
Competitive Benefits & Rewards
- Fair remuneration aligned with expertise and contribution, complemented by:
- Profit Share and performance-based rewards.
- Healthcare & insurance (medical, life, accident & income protection).
- Flexible benefits to enhance well-being and work-life balance.
- Ownership & purpose: Arup is member-owned, enabling us to pursue projects that advance Arup’s purpose and legacy.
- Learning and growth through robust training, mentorship, and professional development initiatives.
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Inclusivity & Diversity
Arup is an equal-opportunity employer, committed to fostering an equitable, diverse, and welcoming environment. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and identities, including:
- Gender Identity & Expression
- Disability, Neurotype, or Mental Health
- Pregnancy/Parental Status
- Race/Ethnicity
- Faith/Belief
- Sexual Orientation
- Socioeconomic Background
Our employee networks support exclusivity for all (e.g., gender equity, LGBTQ+ inclusion, race/ethnicity, disability) and empower you to contribute meaningfully to our inclusive culture.
For more insights on life at Arup: arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup
Learn More about the Recruitment Process
Visit arup.com/careers/recruitment-process for full details. Always remember: Arup will never request personal bank details during hiring.
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