Joining Arup
Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
We are an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services that combine to make a real difference to our clients and the communities in which we work. We are truly global, and our 15,000 planners, designers, engineers and consultants around the world deliver innovative projects with creativity and passion. Our unique ownership structure allows us to invest our time and energy in the interests of our staff, rather than external shareholders, making for an exciting and enjoyable environment to work in.
The Rail team within our Singapore office is looking for a proactive and driven Associate with a focus on project and/or design management to own and deliver projects and bring fresh ideas to enhance the way we work. You will be required to liaise with internal and external teams to take a lead on coordination activities.
The existing team is technically strong, has a very inclusive culture, and is a great place to further develop your career. We need new Associate level engineers to join us to help deliver a very strong pipeline of interesting and varied rail and major transportation projects. Our pipeline of work will also connect you into a network of interstate and international projects, leveraging Arup’s truly global business model and philosophy.
Ideally, you will be able to demonstrate your experience in applying a variety of rail engineering skills in a consulting environment, with a strong emphasis on leading the delivery of design projects covering client liaison, team organisation, quality management, programming and cost control. You will be technically strong, able to lead and work independently and as part of a team, energised to assist with our digital transformation, driven towards better sustainable designs and motivated to help reduce effects from climate change
The Opportunity
- You will be accountable for significant and complex activities or projects. This will require you to be responsible for predicting and planning future resources and will be involve leading the overall performance on rail and major transportation projects. This will include client liaison, design management, quality management, programming, reporting and cost control.
- In achieving this you will be responsible for scheduling work to meet deadlines, monitoring budgets and resourcing and controlling expenditure to meet financial targets as well as the performance and development of others. This would require you to provide guidance, training, motivation and direction to staff.
- Involved in setting project and discipline budgets; as such you would be responsible for negotiating agreements with discipline leads, subconsultants and suppliers in order to achieve financial targets.
- Be accountable for one or more areas of technology or discipline function. Within this area you will be required to promote learning opportunities from successes and problems that arise. Set and meet agreed budgets and deadlines. In addition, you may be accountable for managing the financial performance of specified areas.
- Be responsible for the development and implementation of longer-term strategic plans that will benefit the business and within this role you may be responsible for recruitment, appraisals, performance development, morale and motivation of staff.
- To procure work and negotiate contracts and agreements with customers and suppliers; and represent Arup at internal and external meetings and events and you may be responsible for designing and delivering events, activities and projects which impact the business.
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.
You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
Is this role right for you?
- Recognised Master’s degree in Railway Engineering with minimum 15 years of design/engineering experience in trackwork of which, at least 8 years of experience involved in managing a design team for railway projects of similar scale and at least 3 years of experience in the design of complex S&C renewals, fastening, and sleeper/bearer design.;
- Proficiency in Bentley Rail Track/Power Rail Track;
- Chartered Engineer Membership of an internationally recognised professional body; with significant experience in the production of concept and detailed design drawings, reports and specifications for rail projects.
- Experience leading teams on multi-disciplinary projects and developing less-experienced engineers and project/design managers, as well as developing successful client relationships and LTA design requirements and specifications.
- Proven working knowledge of relevant International Railway Standards, such as European Norm, UIC, etc.
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 recognizes 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 eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
Please see a list of Arup’s Singapore benefits below:
· Hybrid working policy & flexible working hours
· 13th month bonus
· Birthday leave
· Paid parental leave for birth mothers 16 weeks & new parents (excluding birth mothers) 4 weeks.
· Purchase Additional leave of up to 20 days (permanent employees)
· Paid Annual subscription to relevant Professional association.
· Reimbursement of Professional Engineers application and examination Fees
· International mobility opportunities
· QP allowance
· Site Allowance
· Work related travel insurance
· Dental expense cover
· Marriage leave (3 days)
· Examination leave (2 days)
· Family care leave
· Bike Loans of up to SGD2000
Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. 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. Arup provide an environment where you will 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 let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
Our Application Process
Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.
Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.
