Consultant Water

Consultant for Water Sector – Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Our water team works in 90 countries across more than 50 technical and advisory disciplines, enabling us to respond to a wide range of projects from urban drainage masterplans to sustainable flood resilience and water resource management.

Our water business continues to grow amid increasing market demand, supported by a diverse and expanding portfolio of strategic advisory projects. We work with government bodies, infrastructure owners, regulators, policy organisations and investors, including Welsh Water, Wessex Water, Northern Ireland Water, Severn Trent Water, The Nature Conservancy, Ofwat and the Environment Agency.

Working collaboratively with colleagues across the UK and internationally, you will help deliver strategic advisory services for a range of clients in the water sector. You will contribute to research, analysis, client engagement and project delivery, helping shape robust and forward‑looking solutions.

• Preparing clear, concise and compelling reports
• Liaising with clients and supporting effective stakeholder management
• Designing and facilitating workshops
• Solving technical problems and developing innovative solutions as your experience grows
• Conducting primary and secondary research, including data analysis
• Undertaking qualitative and quantitative assessments
• Managing delivery and budgets on small projects
• Supporting the preparation of bids and tenders
• Planning your workload to meet deadlines and maintain quality
• Using specialist tools such as ArcGIS
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across the UK and internationally

As a consultant you will contribute to a diverse range of strategic water projects across the UK and internationally. We are looking for an ambitious, driven and collaborative professional to join our teams in Bristol, Cardiff or Birmingham.

• A minimum of a Master’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Geography, Science, Mathematics, Water Science or Policy, or a related discipline (candidates with or working towards Masters/PhDs encouraged but not essential)
• At least two years of relevant experience
• Strong reasoning and analytical skills
• Ability to interpret client and stakeholder needs
• Ability to take a strategic view on complex, multi‑faceted issues
• Experience developing research methods and delivering research projects
• Confidence working independently and taking initiative
• A planned and organised approach to work and deadlines
• Adaptability to work across a broad range of environmental, engineering and design disciplines
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams

At Arup we care about each member’s success. We provide an attractive total reward package that recognises contribution and offers a career path that supports health, wellbeing, learning and impact. Benefits include competitive pay, profit share, private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance, income protection and flexible benefits that allow you to balance work and personal life.

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, gender identity, marital status, disability, neurotype, mental health, race, ethnicity, faith, belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background or pregnancy. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

To understand what to expect next, please visit the Arup careers application process page. All applications will be considered, and we will respond within 72 hours of receipt. Please note that response times may be subject to delays during the festive period.