Project Lead Jobs in California

INTRODUCTION

Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning, to Arup, to your career, to our members, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are looking for a Project Manager in San Francisco to join our growing Program and Project Management team.

THE OPPORTUNITY

• Deliver dynamic and impactful work by contributing to a high-profile project. Examples include major transportation systems, water management programs, and science and data center projects.
• Support business growth and development by contributing to the continued expansion of Arup’s program and project management offering.
• Collaborate in a diverse environment by working with professionals from a wide range of backgrounds within an inclusive and collaborative culture.
• Foster creativity and innovation by working with a multi-disciplinary team to meet project goals and deliver high-quality technical excellence.
• Manage the design and construction process in collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Understand and maintain the Client’s goals and aspirations as a reference point throughout the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate Client and internal meetings.
• Facilitate and track the resolution of project decisions.
• Support the Project Manager in establishing and monitoring project scope, schedule, and resource plans for the Client.
• Coordinate communication and information flow between project team members.
• Coordinate activities and deliverables across project team members.
• Demonstrate excellent oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Coordinate design documentation for permit and construction.

This role is based in the Arup San Francisco office for at least three days per week.

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 to 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?

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline (preferred); degrees in Architecture or related building disciplines (e.g. Construction Management) will also be considered.
• Bring 5+ years of experience in design and/or project or construction management of complex facilities (e.g. laboratories, data centers, transit or water infrastructure).
• Demonstrate a good understanding of procurement approaches and the ability to interpret project schedules and cost estimate documentation.
• Be fluent with standard MS Office applications.
• Have experience with PMIS systems and other project management tools (preferred).
• Analyze and present information clearly for senior-level reporting.
• Plan, organize, and manage project delivery teams effectively.
• Apply strong corporate, client-facing communication and relationship management skills.
• Maintain excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy in financial reporting.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced environment with strong planning, organization, and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrate a self-motivated, proactive approach and a willingness to take on new challenges.

Please note that all applicants must apply directly via the job portal. 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 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 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.

SAN FRANCISCO HIRING RANGE

The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in San Francisco is $115,000 to $125,000 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 San Francisco will differ.

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.

OUR APPLICATION PROCESS

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.

Stay safe online. Recruitment fraud is on the rise, and Arup’s name, logo, and branding have been used in fraudulent job advertisements. Arup will never ask for bank information as part of our recruitment process.