Project Manager

Arup Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Overview The Project Manager will lead and deliver a range of projects across multiple sectors, including transportation, water, and property, with capital values exceeding USD 50 million and tight timelines. The Project Manager is accountable to the Project Director for leading the project, managing day-to-day interfaces with the client team, ensuring project performance, and delivering services. While the work will be based in Metro Manila, it may require occasional site visits around the Philippines. Your role in our team Plan and supervise projects from initiation to completion. Collaborate with a range of technical, contracts and commercial specialists to define scope, tasks and deliverables. Develop internal resource plans, programmes and budgets. Manage the appointment of sub-contractors and supporting resources needed to deliver the project. Monitor, review and report on resource use and spend and manage invoicing. Make changes to and manage teams to deliver within agreed metrics. Monitor progress, address delays or issues, and implement corrective actions. Ensure safety, environment and quality outcomes are identified and achieved, and take corrective action where issues are identified. Liaise with and work closely with clients and client teams to deliver the project scope and services. Prepare technical, commercial and contractual correspondence for the delivery of Arup’s services and for managing contractors appointed by clients. Prepare, check and assist in the development of project outputs including designs, specifications, procurement outputs and contracts. Manage scope, record changes and instruct the team on any necessary actions. Communicate project progress with the Project Team. Oversee interfaces between the project and other related projects. Capture knowledge gained on the project and feed into the firm’s knowledge networks. Request assistance from the Project Director in a timely manner. Assist with wider team management, business/proposal development and other management office functions. Is this role right for you? A minimum of 12 years of experience in construction management, focusing on large-scale infrastructure projects. Experience delivering transportation schemes (airports, railways, roads). Some experience managing or leading projects during the construction phase. Licensed Engineer. Postgraduate studies will be an advantage. Understanding of the development process for infrastructure projects. Experience with feasibility, design, procurement, contract management, testing and commissioning, and project takeovers. Previous involvement in project management activities with awareness of scope definition and contract responsibilities. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant tools. Strong oral and written communication skills and good team orientation and client relation capabilities. Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and a creative approach to problem-solving with a focus on continual improvement and delivering sustainable and value-led project outcomes. What we offer At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide a competitive total reward and a range of opportunities to learn, grow and have impact through the work we do. We offer flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle and wellbeing, and an environment that fosters inclusion and belonging. Equal opportunity statement Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, 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 accessibility in recruitment and workplaces. Please contact Psalm Manuel at for assistance if needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr