Associate Principal - Mechanical

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Are you a highly skilled and experienced mechanical PE looking for the phase of your career's journey? Join Arup's Building Services Group as a Mechanical Lead and take your career to new heights. Make a lasting impact on iconic projects, work with a talented team, and contribute to a sustainable future. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a global leader in engineering and design. Apply now and let your skills shine at Arup. With our diverse portfolio of projects, ranging from commercial and residential buildings to healthcare and data centers, you will be at forefront of creating and leading innovative and sustainable solutions. As a leader, you will inspire and motivate your team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.

The Opportunity

• Lead the development, implementation and management of the overall strategy and business plans for the MEP team including opportunities to drive growth and profit.
• Lead the development of project plans and drive implementation which ensures delivery is managed effectively (commercially, technically, financially) and minimizes risk to both Arup and the client.
• Establish and implement a strategic approach to client engagement and business development. Develop and maintain good relationships with industry networks, clients, architects, government agencies, JV partners, sub-consultants and construction contractors relevant to the MEP Team’s activities.
• Build a plan to achieve operating and financial plan targets and develop the group to enable a consistent and agreed profit margin and cash flow.
• Look to continually enhance our technical edge and our innovation in all the projects we deliver including driving a sustainability focus into our work.

Is this role right for you?

• Minimum of 20 years’ experience in the successful leadership and management of diverse teams for the design & construction of international airport projects OR projects of similar scale and complexity.
• You will be a Mechanical Professional Engineer (P.E) licensed by the Professional Engineers Board (PEB) of Singapore OR Chartered/Registered engineer of a recognized engineer international institution equivalent to PEB in Singapore.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in engineering consultancy and design including experience in advising clients on innovative, cost-effective, sustainable solutions.
• Experience in bidding for large scale projects, pitching to clients and strong contract negotiation skills.
• A broad knowledge of building services design issues (including ESD, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Hydraulics), to be able to lead a team working in these fields.

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 eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Please see a list of Arup’s Singapore benefits below:

• Hybrid working policy & flexible working hours
• 13th month bonus
• Birthday leave
• Purchase Additional leave of up to 20 days (permanent employees)
• Paid parental leave for birth mothers 16 weeks & new parents (excluding birth mothers) 4 weeks
• Marriage leave (3 days)
• Examination leave (2 days)
• Family care leave

• Paid Annual subscription to relevant Professional association
• Reimbursement of Professional Engineers application and examination Fees
• International mobility opportunities
• QP allowance
• Site Allowance
• Work related travel insurance
• Dental expense cover
• Bike Loans of up to SGD2000

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. 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. Arup provide an environment where you will make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please 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.

Our Application Process

Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.