Water Infrastructure Lead

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Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Arup is an independent multi‑disciplinary firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists, working across every aspect of today’s built environment to solve complex challenges.

The Opportunity

Our South Africa team is seeking a strategic, experienced Water Infrastructure Lead to work on innovative water infrastructure projects in Africa and globally across Arup. This is a rare opportunity to build and lead a team in a high‑priority growth area, with strong backing from global and regional leadership.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain client relationships with water utilities, public agencies and private entities; identify and pursue high‑impact opportunities aligned with Arup’s strategy.
• Lead proposals and major pursuits, ensuring alignment with team capability and vision.
• Coordinate with discipline leads, project managers and other business leaders to shape integrated delivery teams.
• Lead projects, ensuring delivery of high‑quality outcomes that meet client and Arup expectations; identify strategic hires and develop internal talent.

Culture

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective that encourages individuality to thrive. We respect, share and connect diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas, creating a collaborative environment that empowers socially useful work.

Qualifications

Contact

Not ready to apply yet, or have questions? Please email Karin Spies at – note that to remain GDPR compliant do not send your CV directly to us via this email.

What We Offer You

Arup provides core benefits including medical aid, hospital gap cover, provident fund, life insurance and income protection. Additional rewards include profit share and access to continuous learning through Arup University and other programmes. Our culture supports freedom to design, focus on skills, share knowledge, and contribute to communities through our engagement programmes.

Values & Inclusion

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive culture grounded in our purpose to shape a better world. We support diverse experiences, gender equity, LGBTQ+ inclusion and disability inclusion through internal networks.

Application Process

To understand what to expect next, visit Stay safe online – we will never ask for bank details. We may close the role earlier than the advertised date; the closing date is 10 October 2025.

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