Senior Carbon & Climate Consultant — Net Zero Strategy Pro in Leeds

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Our Climate and Sustainability business is a leader in Carbon Management for major infrastructure and development. Working with a wide range of public and private organisations, we transform the way they plan and deliver their projects to achieve better projects with more sustainable outcomes.

We are supporting major rail projects across the UK to embed carbon management into their design, procurement and construction projects - including for TransPennine Route Upgrade and for Northern Powerhouse Rail - supporting design development, route selection, and mitigation of GHG emissions at asset level. We support consenting processes for major developments under EIA and DCO regimes, such as UK-Europe interconnectors, sustainable fuel manufacturing, major reservoir projects, and wide-ranging upgrade projects for the UK’s electrical grid. We also link our work to wider environmental and social appraisal - for example working with offshore wind developers and planners to embed more robust social value, circular economy, and carbon management into leasing processes.

Shaped by our engineering heritage and informed by our wide range of complementary technical skills, our multidisciplinary approach allows us to tackle the most complex sustainability challenges and deliver impactful results.

The Opportunity: We are looking for a Senior Consultant in carbon management and assessment for a range of projects which might include developing Net Zero strategies and action plans; sustainability supply chain management; or environmental impact assessment for major infrastructure projects and other development. We are looking for someone who acknowledges our passion for shaping a better world and will help to develop and deliver our carbon and climate change services bringing technical expertise delivering consultancy services.

The role can sit in any one of our eleven offices across the North and key accountabilities will include:

• Undertaking carbon assessments and providing advice on decarbonisation;
• Running carbon workshops with developers and design teams;
• Whole life carbon assessment for a range of infrastructure and energy projects;
• Undertaking technical reviews of others’ carbon modelling;
• Bringing knowledge to reinforce advice on carbon management to external and internal clients.

You will also support the team in business development activities such as preparation of expressions of interest and proposals, networking and client engagement activities. As Senior Consultant you will develop and convey your knowledge in carbon and climate change in the development of our services and the skills of others. You will be curious about the links between national policy on climate mitigation, economic growth, and wider sustainability benefits and will bring your own distinctive skills and knowledge to support the delivery of new services to our clients.

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.

Qualifications: Bachelor or master’s qualification in a relevant field, such as Carbon and/or Climate Change Management, Civil / Mechanical / Electrical / Environmental Engineering, Geography, Environmental Science (with appropriate and relevant knowledge). Appropriate chartership or working towards – e.g. Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv, CEng).

Desirable: Knowledge in carbon assessment and modelling including development of mitigation strategies. Appreciation of UK and/or devolved administration policy and regulatory framework for carbon and climate.

Benefits: 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. We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

Equal Opportunity: 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.

Accessibility and Support: We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact Karin Spies karin.spies@arup.com to 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.