Economist - Sheffield, United Kingdom - Arup

Arup
Arup
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Sheffield, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Why Arup?


We help clients understand the economic potential or impact of proposals as well as the relevant policy, and to frame their strategies in answer to both.

We work closely with our in-house technical and financial experts to deliver comprehensive solutions and area plans across the built environment.


Working as part of a joint team to help influence our clients and stakeholders to ensure that we build a prosperous, low carbon, more equitable future, in line with the Arup values and the UN sustainable development goals.

Watch this short clip to discover how Arup are shaping a better world and how you could be a part of it


The Opportunity


You will work on transport business cases as well as a range of high-profile projects in economic development, regeneration, economic study, land use / housing and environmental economics for a range of public and private sector clients.

Be accountable for production of deliverables and think creatively/ be curious about our client's needs and current urban and transport challenges.

The role will involve undertaking research and analysis as part of a project team and keeping up to date with relevant government guidance (including TAG and HMT Green Book).

Communicating effectively and articulating technical concepts to a non-technical audience will be expected along with helping to win work, and to widen our brief.


Is this role right for you?


The variety of our projects mean that we are seeking a flexible and creative colleague who will work with the team to deliver integrated solutions across a range of project types and sectors, and will be able to convey these effectively and in an engaging manner.

In doing so, you will be rewarded with a broad and holistic appreciation of our projects, helping us deliver the value to our clients that differentiates Arup.

We are seeking skills & experience as follows;

  • Bachelor's degree or a postgraduate degree in economics, transport studies, urban planning, public policy, social science, or in a related field.
  • Experience in preparing transport, regeneration or infrastructure business cases and strong knowledge of the HMT Green Book and Project Business Case guidance (Better Business Case Certification desirable).
- comprehension of the benefits of transport investment schemes including wider economic and social benefits and experience of producing economic appraisals based on UK appraisal guidance (e.g., DfT's WebTAG).


Rewards and Benefits


We care about you and want you to perform at your best, which is why we offer one of the most competitive benefits packages in our sector.


As a member organisation, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm's financial performance).

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


Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture - from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender, LGBTQ+ and disability - we provide a space for you to express yourself and to make a positive difference - discover more about life at Arup here.


Learn how our Work Unbound Initiative is giving all our members greater flexibility in deciding how and where they work.


Our Application Process
To understand what to expect next, please visit our UK Application Process page.


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