Joining Arup
Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
We place sustainable development at the heart of everything we do, and our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our ambitious decarbonisation goals and the services we offer to clients across the globe.
As part of the Climate and Sustainability Services (CSS) portfolio, our carbon consultants are embedded across geographies, delivering impactful carbon and sustainability services in the built environment and in particular for major infrastructure schemes. From Net Zero strategies to Greenhouse Gas assessments for EIA, we help clients reduce emissions and transition to low-carbon futures, acting as a hub and integrator across all of Arup’s business and markets.
Our baseline of work comes through Environmental Impact Assessments for major projects including SESRO and the Great Grid Upgrade programme, as well as high-profile projects such as TRU and the Holyhead Hydrogen Hub, where we provide whole life carbon assessments and strategic advice. We’ve supported Northern Ireland Water with decarbonisation services, developed emissions monitoring tools for VisitScotland, and collaborated with Greater Manchester Combined Authority on emissions pathway analysis. These projects exemplify our drive for innovation and excellence in carbon consultancy.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Climate Resilience & Adaptation – Technical Integration Lead. You will collaborate with other leaders across the business and will be expected to influence the delivery of major projects across our markets to ensure safe, resilient and regenerative outcomes for the organisations and communities who depend on our advice and design. The role will be UK-based but the applicant is expected to work with teams and clients across Europe, India, Middle East and Africa as well as the UK, supporting locally led teams with specialist input and additional resource. You’ll be part of a global network of experts, collaborating across disciplines and regions to deliver meaningful change.
This role will be based in any Arup UK office Location.
You will play a key role in delivering Arup’s Total Design approach—part of our new Global Strategy—which anchors our work in technical excellence curiosity, collaboration and ensures we bring the broadest context to our projects and deliver on our purpose to shape a better world. Embedding and integrating specialist disciplines (climate data and science, climate and natural hazard risk assessment, resilience & adaptation consulting) into strategic pursuits and major projects including Environmental Impact Assessments, resilience-led design, climate resilient asset management and operations. Grow our ‘beyond compliance’ services to ensure resilient outcomes across all of our projects. Strengthen our own resilience, with a focus on technical excellence and rigour, ensuring continuity and depth of expertise, including development of junior team members.
Work with Skills Leaders and Project Directors to deliver integrated and aligned climate resilience for all our projects, mitigating risks to Arup, our clients and our key stakeholders associated with the impacts of climate change. Co-ordinate across geographies to ensure a unified and borderless approach to delivery.
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?
We are looking for individuals with the following skills:
- A Master’s degree in a relevant field and vast experience in climate change resilience and adaptation with a suitable professional registration.
- Deep technical expertise in climate risk and adaptation strategies for infrastructure and urban planning.
- Track record of leadership, project success and commercial acumen.
- Strong understanding of planning policy, international standards and regulatory requirements for climate adaptation and reporting.
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.
Not ready to apply just yet, or have some questions? Please email Karin Spies at karin.spies@arup.com. Please note, to ensure we remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.
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 members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.
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 Karin Spies karin.spies@arup.com to 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
To understand what to expect next, please visit: https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/
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Closing date: Friday 6 March 2026
