Graduate Project Manager

• Deadline: November 12th, 2026
• Salary: Competitive
• Location: Cork
• Degree required: Bachelor's
• Starting: September 2027
• Disciplines: Civil, Structural, Project Management, Mechanical, Electrical

See it differently

You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future.

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about delivering complex projects that create lasting value for clients and communities? Join Arup's Early Careers Programme as a Graduate Project Manager and help drive the successful delivery of innovative and sustainable projects across the built environment.

As a Graduate Project Manager, you will work alongside experienced professionals, supporting clients and project teams through every stage of the project lifecycle. You'll gain exposure to feasibility and planning, procurement, design coordination, contract administration, project controls, cost management, and construction delivery while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across Arup.

What you'll do but not limited to:

• Support project delivery from concept through to implementation.
• Work with clients across the science, technology, public, and private sectors.
• Contribute to project planning, procurement, design management, and contract management activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality and sustainable solutions.
• Help develop long-term strategies and business plans that create value for clients.

Is this role right for you?

For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:

• A Bachelor's degree (Level 8 and above) or studying towards a Master's degree in the following disciplines:
• Project Management
• Construction Management
• Architecture
• Civil Engineering
• Structural Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Candidates with a postgraduate qualification in Project Management are encouraged to apply.

We'd also like to see:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for working in high-performing teams.
• An interest in digital technologies and innovative ways of working.
• A passion for sustainability and shaping a more sustainable future.

To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your academic transcript and meet the following criteria:

• No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role
• Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts.

Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes;

• Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.
• Innovative minds: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
• Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
• Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. We advise that you apply early.

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

We also provide for our permanent members 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.