Contaminated Land Project Lead

2 months ago

Melbourne, Australia Arup Full time

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. 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.

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?

  • 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.
  • Certified practitioner (e.g. CEnvP SC, CPSS CSAM).
  • 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. 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.

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 (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 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.

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