Arups purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
Arup is an independent multidisciplinary firm of Designers, Planners, Engineers, Consultants and Technical Specialists, working across every aspect of todays-built environment. Together we help our clients solve their most complex challenges turning exciting ideas into tangible reality as we strive to find a better way and shape a better world.
About this career opportunity...
We have an opportunity for a Civil Engineer to become a permanent member of our creative and friendly Property, Science, Industry and Technology team in South Africa. You will be a key part of our wider South African multidisciplinary, collaborative team. Our projects are local and global and will allow you to work and succeed in an international, multi-cultural business environment.
The role involves inter-office working, skills development and knowledge transfer between Arup colleagues across the continent and region. You will play a part in the ever-increasing digital transformation of our business, seeking new ways to increase our efficiency through automation and to offer new services to our clients through our integrated digital approach to design.
You will work as part of project teams to deliver effective and professional services to our clients. Due to our design teams' multi-disciplinary nature, you will have the opportunity to work alongside Architects, Contractors, Structural Engineers, Mechanical and Electrical Engineers, Surveyors and Project Managers.
The candidate should also have skills in working within a multidisciplinary engineering team and have an appreciation for the role and interactions of all engineering services required to execute a project.
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.
- Be degree qualified and committed to your own professional development, following a route to professional registration with ECSA or equivalent.
- Relevant industry knowledge
- Have a strong understanding of engineering principles, and the appropriate use of technical analysis and design software packages.
- Have design skills in site development, including some or all of utility and drainage design, road pavement design and layout, earthworks design, and site procurement issues.
- Be up to date with the latest analysis and design software, i.e. AutoCAD, Civil3D and BIM.
If this role is not quite what you are looking for, but you are interested in other opportunities for a future with purpose, please sign up to our Talent Community https://arupwhg.avature.net/talent where you will be kept up to date with roles suitable for you to shape a better world.
What we offer you:
At Arup, we care about each members 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 Arups 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, youll 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 youre 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
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