Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants, and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services. Through our work, we make a positive difference in the world.

Our Climate and Sustainability team in Bristol and Cardiff is a trusted adviser in Sustainability and Environmental Assessment as a key part of our Arup’s commitment to Sustainable Development which influences every part of the business. The team has a strong, shared commitment to a multi-disciplinary, integrated solutions to support project delivery in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and in Wales, the Well-Being of Future Generations Act.

We are a multidisciplinary group of consultants working alongside engineering, design, planning and digital specialists throughout project lifecycles from to feasibility, design and assessment, to construction and implementation. We work in a range of sectors with public and private sector clients with a focus on cities, energy, water and transport.

We have a new opportunity for an experienced Climate Change and Sustainability Consultant to support an exciting and diverse portfolio of projects within the built environment.

Role

As a senior consultant you will work as part of a peer group of specialists and project managers, supported by a strong and diverse team of consultants and senior leaders. The role requires strong content knowledge in the field of environment and sustainability, together with excellent project co-ordination, report writing and communication skills. The role requires strong interpersonal skills to develop relationships with others.

Responsibilities include and coordination and delivery of decarbonisation advisory services, local area, regional and strategic energy planning, low carbon technology, sustainability assessments, mitigation and enhancement design for major infrastructure projects, zero emissions transport advisory services, and sustainability advisory services aligned with the Well-Being of Future Generations Act.

You will have knowledge, or first-hand experience of climate and decarbonisation in the context of strategic planning, policy and/or project delivery and major infrastructure planning. An appreciation of sustainability policy and agendas and interrelationships between environment, social trends, health and well-being is desirable, in support of our integrated and multi-disciplinary offer to clients.

Your role will include:

• Coordination of multi-disciplinary environmental, sustainability and consulting teams
• Being an integrator across the business and championing our net zero and climate services plan
• Preparing and delivering compelling client- and public-facing reports
• Developing comprehensive reports recommendations for mitigation and enhancement
• Preparing and delivering presentations and/or training to client teams and stakeholders
• Active participation in knowledge and skills networks within Arup and the wider professional community.
• Contributing to the corporate sustainability of Arup as a firm.

Essential Skills and Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s university degree in a relevant environmental or sustainability related discipline.
• Experience and track record in at least two of: sustainability strategy and policy, net zero energy systems, transport decarbonisation, carbon accounting, sustainable infrastructure planning.
• Experience working in a relevant field of consulting. Other relevant experience in a specialist advisory role will be considered.
• Understanding of the principles of sustainable development, UN Sustainable Development Goals and the Well-Being of Future Generations (Wales) Act.
• Experience with writing and editing technical and non-technical reports
• Project and commercial management experience, including project planning and budgeting.
• Candidates should be chartered or working towards chartership in a relevant professional institution e.g. IEMA

Preferred Skills and Knowledge

• Experience of preparing commercial bids / bid responses, winning work etc.
• Knowledge of current UK/Wales and international environment and sustainability policy and legislation
• Experience of major programme management or working within an engineering environment
• Experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams
• Experience in a client-facing role
• Experience of developing digital, design or media strategies for projects.

Essential Competencies

• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral)
• Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Advanced planning, organisational and management skills
• Highly motivated and willing to take on new challenges

Rewards and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary at all levels, and one of the best benefits packages in our sector.

Core benefits include cover under the UK Healthcare Plan (private medical insurance), Life Assurance, Accident Insurance, and Income Protection (long term disability) cover. Core benefits are funded by us and made available to all permanent staff in order to support and safeguard your financial, physical, and mental wellbeing. You will also have access to Choice Benefits to help with your work/life balance and financial security.

In addition, all permanent employees are eligible for the Global Profit Share scheme. Subject to scheme rules employees can receive two Profit Share payments per year, which are dependent on the firm’s financial performance.

Different people, shared values.

At Arup, we believe when talented people collaborate, great things are possible. Arup hires people with proven skills and open minds. We are taking deliberate action to create an inclusive culture that is grounded in our purpose to shape a better world.

At Arup, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. Our internal employee networks - BAME, Culture, Disability, LGBTQ+ and Women - provide a space for you to express your views and to make a positive difference - discover more about life at Arup here.

At Arup, we are committed to making all stages of our recruitment process accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please speak to our recruitment team and we will work with you to make reasonable adjustments to ensure you can perform at your best throughout your application.

At Arup, we appreciate that everyone’s circumstances are different and having the freedom to flex the way we work is essential to our wellbeing. If flexibility matters to you let us know when you apply, and we will discuss how this could work in your role.

What happens next?

If this could be the next step in your journey, please apply online. All applications will be considered, and we will try our very best to respond to you within 72 hours of receiving your application.

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