Senior Associate

Senior Associate | Environmental and Climate Change Consultant

Manila, -, Philippines

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Sustainability

Asia Pacific Region

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Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Sustainability is a key strategic aim of Arup. At the heart of all our work is our purpose to create a more sustainable future for the world. We provide advice, design and planning support to major clients in a variety of built environment sectors (e.g. buildings, transport, healthcare, and many more.

We are looking for a technical-focused leader to join our growing and successful Environmental & Social (E&S) team as Senior Associate Environmental & Climate Change Consultant. In this role, you will manage the delivery of Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental and Social Impact Assessment, Environmental and Social Due Diligence and advisory projects across Southeast Asia, working closely with topic specialists to develop high-quality EIA/ESIA reports, management and action plans, due diligence assessments, and monitoring reports.

You will take on short-term site assignments to support project delivery, provide technical expertise on E&S matters, and lead and mentor a talented team of professionals. This is a great opportunity to contribute to meaningful, sustainable outcomes while helping shape the growth and success of our regional E&S practice.

The role is based in the Manila office.

The Opportunity

• You will be responsible for leading EIA, ESIA, E&S DD and advisory projects in sectors such as water/ waste/ energy/ transport infrastructure/ amongst others.
• You will be responsible for acting as a technical leader on relevant projects.
• You will be required to support and lead bids as needed.
• You will be accountable for key client relationships and representing Arup's E&S and climate and sustainability services business in relevant client meetings.
• You will be responsible for managing teams and support team leadership, line management and mentoring of junior staff to develop our climate and sustainability services team in Manila and the Southeast Asia region.

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?

• At least 10 years professional experience.
• Master's degree in Geography, Climate Change, Environmental Management/Science/Engineering, Economics, Finance, or another relevant field.
• Licence or professional qualification in relevant location and discipline.
• Demonstrated evidence of having led E&S advisory and impact assessment projects in SEA
• Demonstrated commercial experience with project management and forms of contract.
• Proven experience in a consulting environment.

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.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. 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. Arup provide an environment where you will make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at

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.