Advisory Consultant

4 months ago

Toronto, Canada Arup Full time

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world. 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 do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are looking for a Consultant to join our fast-growing Advisory Services team, known in the industry for advising and delivering some of the most innovative and transformative transport infrastructure projects in Canada and the US. Our team continues to grow, and we are keen to engage with experienced individuals from a Management Consulting, Engineering, Planning, Economics or other related technical backgrounds with a broad skillset and an ambition to accelerate their career in the Transport and Infrastructure sectors. 

The role will be to lead and manage client engagements providing strategic, economic, technical, and commercial advice related to the planning, development, funding/financing, and procurement of transport and major public infrastructure projects. You will be working with public agencies and private sponsors to develop projects and programs from inception to start of construction. Projects may range from due diligence to market assessments, business cases and feasibility studies. The role will involve identifying the material risks & opportunities to project sponsors, and to present them in a way in which our clients are able to understand the impact on their business plan. 


Responsibilities of this specific role will include, but not be limited to the following:
• Lead or support the development of business cases, market assessments, or feasibility assessments for transport and major public infrastructure projects.
• Prepare strategies, recommend optimal project delivery methods, and develop procurement processes for successful project delivery from early-stage planning through financial closing, construction, and operations.
• Review and develop economic impact analysis, cost-benefit analysis, financial projections, value for money assessments, and financial models for infrastructure project financing transactions, including risk identification, allocation, and assessment.
• Lead client and stakeholder interface activities such as meetings, presentations, and workshops maintaining proactive communications.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues leveraging the technical multi-disciplinary technical expertise across the firm to provide quality advice to our clients
• Manage multiple client engagements at any given time by leveraging internal and external resources across multiple disciplines.
• Develop and mentor junior staff to develop analytical and consulting skills.
• Support pre-positioning activities for future work and proposal preparation.
• Develop and maintain strong internal and external networks, including client relationships.

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, planning, economics, or commerce. Preferred master’s degree in business administration, project management and/or finance
• 4+ years of relevant experience in the development of transportation or infrastructure projects, in particular in the rail/transit, highway, or aviation sectors.
• A track-record of coordination across different discipline teams and skillsets.
• Quantitative and analytical skills for cost-benefit analysis, economic impact analysis, and/or financial modelling.
• Knowledge of the commercial and procurement aspects of public-private partnerships and project financing transactions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including effective communication through reports, correspondence, and presentations in English. Candidates with the ability to communicate effectively in French is an asset.
• Interest in providing professional development or mentorship to colleagues; 
• Strong interest for sustainable development and shaping a better world in line with Arup’s values.
• The ability to work in one of our Canadian offices (i.e., Toronto, Montreal, Calgary), and a willingness and capacity to travel to suit our client’s needs (both domestic and international travel).

Notable Projects
For over seven decades Arup has been at the forefront of the most ambitious and innovative design and engineering. From concert halls to national stadiums, renewable energy to driverless cars, we continue to add to that history every day. Notable projects from our Advisory team include:
• Eglinton Crosstown West Extension
• High-Frequency Rail 
• Calgary Airport Study

Benefits that Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families. These are 100% paid for by Arup expect for optional life insurance. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our GRRSP 5% company match to help you save for your future. 


Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available. 

Arup is an equal opportunity employer and will consider applications from all qualified individuals. Every job applicant will be treated equally, fairly and with respect regarding race, color, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, civil status, age (except as provided by law), creed/religion, political convictions, language, ethnic or national origin, disability/handicap, pardoned record of offences, social condition (marital or family status, receipt of social assistance), and any other ground protected by the applicable human rights legislation. 

Arup is committed to improving accessibility for individuals with disabilities and to ensuring that all of our employees have the support and the tools they need to succeed. We have developed policies relating to human rights, accessibility and accommodation, and provide all our employees with training on these matters either during orientation and/or on an ongoing basis. 

Toronto Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Toronto is $80,000 to $90,000 per year. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Toronto will differ.

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