Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
As a Contaminated Land Project Lead you will focus on winning and delivering a diverse range of site contamination and remediation projects and will support the growth of the contamination and remediation service within Arup.
For the right candidate, there is also opportunity to make this role into a people leadership role where you will support and lead the contamination team.
Drawing on your in-depth knowledge and experience in contaminated land management and project management, you will be responsible for all phases of the project lifecycle, from proposal development to project delivery, as part of multidisciplinary teams or as the Arup project manager working alongside clients like Major Road Projects Victoria, Port of Hastings, South East Water.
The Opportunity
Support the execution of strategic plans to drive growth and achieve business targets, including building a pipeline of projects and opportunities across the sectors we work in including transport, renewable energy, maritime and water.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities including within Arup's new service offerings such as regenerative land management and design, sustainable development advisory and nature-based solutions, build relationships with potential clients, and secure contracts.
Be a key contact for clients in Victoria and support local business leaders and portfolio leaders throughout the Australasia region.
Lead or contribute to large and complex site investigations, risk assessment, decommissioning and remediation projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, including environmental scientists, engineers, and other specialists, to achieve project objectives.
Is this role right for you?
8+ years of relevant industry experience in contaminated land management and remediation within a consulting business environment.
Recognised relevant tertiary qualifications in environmental science, geology, engineering or similar area.
Experienced project manager.
Relevant experience in the delivery of projects across a broad range of design stages and construction.
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 recognises 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.
Explore the perks of a career with Arup Australia:
Hybrid working policy and flexible working hours.
Paid parental leave for the primary carer of 16 weeks or 32 weeks at half pay and as well as generous unpaid leave benefits.
Paid parental leave for the support carer of 4 weeks plus the opportunity to access extra paid and unpaid leave if you later become the primary carer.
Birthday leave Annual leave loading Ability to purchase additional leave of up to 20 days for permanent employees.
International mobility opportunities Insurances (life & income protection) Interest free solar energy and bicycle loans Novated car lease Ovasaver including discounts, vouchers, cashback, and exclusive offers on more than 300 retailers.
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, 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 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.
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