The Opportunity We are looking for an
Assistant Project and Commercial Manager to join our growing PPM team.
This role offers a unique opportunity to develop expertise across project management, commercial management and project controls whilst working alongside experienced Project Managers, Project Directors and technical leaders.
You will support both owner-side project management commissions and Arup-led design delivery projects, helping clients and project teams successfully plan, govern and deliver projects from inception through completion.
Whether supporting a major infrastructure program, coordinating multidisciplinary design teams, developing project reporting, tracking commercial performance or helping manage project risk, you will play a key role in delivering successful outcomes for our clients.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a collaborative environment and wants to develop into a well-rounded project management professional.
- Support the planning, management and delivery of projects throughout the project lifecycle.
- Assist Project Managers and Project Directors in managing scope, schedule, budget, quality and risk.
- Support owner-side project management commissions and multidisciplinary design delivery projects.
- Coordinate project teams, stakeholders, specialist consultants and technical disciplines.
- Assist with project governance activities, workshops, client meetings and stakeholder engagement.
- Prepare project management plans, progress reports, dashboards and presentations.
- Maintain action logs, decision registers, risk registers and project performance reporting.
- Support project financial management, forecasting and budgeting activities.
- Assist with project controls activities, including progress tracking, schedule reviews and performance reporting.
- Support commercial management, contract administration, change management and risk management processes.
- Contribute to proposals, pursuits and business development activities where appropriate.
Is this role right for you?- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or a related field.
- Approximately 3-5 years of experience in project management, project controls, commercial management, construction management or a related field.
- Experience supporting engineering, infrastructure, construction or professional services projects.
- Understanding of project management principles, including scope, schedule, cost, risk and stakeholder management.
- Strong organizational and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the confidence to work with a range of stakeholders.
- Experience using project management, collaboration, reporting or scheduling tools.
- A collaborative mindset, curiosity to learn and a desire to build a long-term career in project and program management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite is a must. Demonstrable experience using Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI) and Primavera P6 are an advantage
Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal.
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 recognizes 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 members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm's financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future
Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available
Seattle Hiring Range - Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Seattle is $89,000 to $105,000 per year.
This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Seattle will differ.
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