Assistant​/Project Manager

Assistant / Project Manager (Multiple Opportunities)

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Every big idea deserves exceptional planning and execution. That’s why at Arup, we help organisations transform strategic thinking into efficient, deliverable programmes of work. We support clients in delivering sustainable buildings, repurposed facilities and estate-wide developments - from initial appraisal to final delivery. We are committed to integrating net zero and sustainability into every stage, and our experience is diverse and spans sectors including commercial, healthcare, education, transport, science and technology.

We are looking to grow our project management capability and have exciting opportunities for Project Managers to join our established and growing Programme & Project Management (PPM) team in London. You will be part of a diverse team responsible for the delivery of our project and programme management commissions across all our markets and clients, with an initial primary focus on the delivery of building projects.

Project Manager responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of projects for major clients, working across the project lifecycle from definition and design through procurement, construction, commissioning and handover.
• Lead smaller standalone projects or work streams within larger projects or programmes and take day‑to‑day accountability for delivery performance.
• Apply project management good practice in a practical and delivery‑focused way, combining organisation, clear communication and a collaborative approach.
• Coordinate inputs across cost, schedule, procurement, health and safety, reporting, quality and planning to support effective project delivery.
• Contribute to planning, coordination and action tracking to support delivery to time, cost and quality expectations.
• Monitor schedules, risks, interdependencies and key relationships, and highlight issues clearly to the wider project team.
• Support contract administration and contractor coordination using established processes and standard forms of contract.
• Manage straightforward project tasks or low‑risk packages of work with guidance from more senior colleagues.

Assistant Project Manager responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of projects and programmes for major clients, working as part of a collaborative team across a range of infrastructure and built environment commissions.
• Contribute to planning, coordination and communication, helping teams deliver high‑quality outcomes and positive client experiences.
• Co‑ordinate inputs across cost, schedule, procurement, health and safety, reporting, quality and planning to support effective project delivery.
• Monitor schedules, risks, interdependencies and key relationships, and highlight issues clearly to the wider project team.
• Support contract administration and contractor coordination using established processes and standard forms of contract.

• A degree in a relevant discipline and/or working towards membership of a relevant professional body such as APM, RICS, ICE, RIBA or CIOB.
• Strong organisational, communication and collaborative skills.
• Experience coordinating and tracking project inputs such as cost, schedule, procurement, health and safety, reporting, quality and planning.
• Ability to monitor project schedules, risks, interdependencies and key relationships.

We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of employment. Any offer made will be subject to satisfactory proof of immigration status.

• Competitive, fair and equitable pay.
• Private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance and income protection cover.
• Flexible benefits to support health and wellbeing.
• Access to a wide range of learning opportunities and career growth.
• Profit Share as part of our reward system.

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. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross‑cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion.

Closing date: 18th July 2026. We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.