Senior Civil Engineer – Infrastructure (Data Centres & Energy)

Senior Civil Engineer – Infrastructure (Data Centres & Energy)

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We work with clients to plan, build, integrate and maintain a wide variety of civil infrastructure, from bridges to reservoirs, from metro tunnels to off‑shore wind farms. Our technical teams address every aspect of civil engineering design, working in close collaboration with the full breadth of Arup’s other design and engineering disciplines.

Arup's Civil Engineering team is looking to recruit a Senior Civil Engineer to join our growing Infrastructure team in Manchester, supporting the delivery of major data centre and electricity transmission projects across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in the delivery of nationally significant infrastructure that supports the UK's digital economy and energy transition. Working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, you will help shape complex engineering solutions for hyperscale data centres, substations, transmission infrastructure, grid reinforcement projects and associated site development works.

Our projects span the full project lifecycle, from feasibility and concept development through to detailed design, construction support and delivery. You will work closely with clients, contractors and fellow consultants, helping to deliver innovative, sustainable and resilient infrastructure solutions.

As part of Arup's wider UK and global network, you will collaborate with specialists across civil engineering, energy, environmental, planning and digital disciplines, contributing to some of the industry's most challenging and rewarding projects.

Is this role right for you?

We are looking for an experienced civil engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, leading the delivery of high-quality designs and working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.

You may have experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Site development and infrastructure design
• Drainage and flood risk management
• Earthworks and levels design
• Utilities coordination and diversion planning
• Highways and access design
• Energy, utilities or electricity transmission projects
• Design management and multidisciplinary coordination

We welcome candidates from consultancy, contractor, utility and public sector backgrounds. If you are excited by the opportunity but do not meet every requirement, we would still encourage you to apply.

What you’ll be doing

As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will take a leading role in the development and delivery of engineering solutions across a range of major infrastructure projects.

• Lead civil engineering design packages across data centre and electricity transmission projects
• Develop site layouts, drainage, earthworks, access and utilities solutions
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and manage technical interfaces
• Produce and review calculations, drawings, specifications and technical reports
• Support project programmes, planning and commercial performance
• Manage relationships with clients, contractors and key stakeholders
• Provide technical guidance and mentor junior engineers
• Promote quality, innovation and continuous improvement
• Support BIM, digital engineering and data-led design approaches

What we are looking for

We are interested in candidates who can demonstrate a combination of the following skills:

• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Experience in civil engineering design and project delivery
• Experience across site development, utilities, energy or major infrastructure
• Strong understanding of relevant design standards and industry best practice
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and project interfaces
• Proficiency in Civil 3D, InfoDrainage, MicroDrainage, AutoCAD or similar
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proactive approach to problem solving and decision making
• Interest in digital engineering, BIM and emerging technologies
• CEng status with ICE or equivalent, or demonstrable senior-level engineering experience

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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 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.

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. Discover more about life at Arup at

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