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Senior Maritime/Coastal Civil Engineer
ArupLiverpool, England, United Kingdom
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Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£33,400
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
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SOC 5319 is an eligible occupation, but we classified this role with low confidence (48% match). If the code is right — and Arup is a licensed sponsor — it should qualify, but double-check the occupation eligibility rules against the actual role.
About the role
Joining Arup
Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
Arup’s Maritime business is experiencing significant growth across the UK and beyond, with an annual 10-20% annual growth rate projected to continue. Our project pipeline spans coastal resilience and engineering, port development for the energy sector, passenger transport, defence and more.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Senior Maritime Civil Engineer to join the Energy, Water and Resources team in our Liverpool office or in one of our other offices across the UK North.
This is an opportunity to join our team and deliver technical solutions across a wide range of projects. You will work with colleagues with a particular focus on coastal engineering and maritime and ports projects. This is an exciting time of change and via your work you will be able to positively influence the shaping of coastal schemes, flood protections and port developments. A willingness to learn and grow is essential in this fast-growing area of work.
You will have the opportunity to work across all stages of the project lifecycle, from advisory services and concept design for clients at the early stages of project inception, through to detailed design and construction phase support. In the role you will have the opportunity to directly work with a wide range of internal and external collaborators and stakeholders, including thought leaders in their fields. Typical clients you will work with include government agencies, local councils, port owners/operators, financial institutions, contractors and public sector bodies.
Your responsibilities will range from design activities to project management tasks including:
Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
Arup’s Maritime business is experiencing significant growth across the UK and beyond, with an annual 10-20% annual growth rate projected to continue. Our project pipeline spans coastal resilience and engineering, port development for the energy sector, passenger transport, defence and more.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Senior Maritime Civil Engineer to join the Energy, Water and Resources team in our Liverpool office or in one of our other offices across the UK North.
This is an opportunity to join our team and deliver technical solutions across a wide range of projects. You will work with colleagues with a particular focus on coastal engineering and maritime and ports projects. This is an exciting time of change and via your work you will be able to positively influence the shaping of coastal schemes, flood protections and port developments. A willingness to learn and grow is essential in this fast-growing area of work.
You will have the opportunity to work across all stages of the project lifecycle, from advisory services and concept design for clients at the early stages of project inception, through to detailed design and construction phase support. In the role you will have the opportunity to directly work with a wide range of internal and external collaborators and stakeholders, including thought leaders in their fields. Typical clients you will work with include government agencies, local councils, port owners/operators, financial institutions, contractors and public sector bodies.
Your responsibilities will range from design activities to project management tasks including:
- Delivery of project work from early concept design through to detailed design and construction support activities.
- Technical leadership and delivery of civil / maritime engineering designs, calculations, models, reports and drawings.
Is this role right for you?
We Are Seeking The Below Skills And Knowledge
- Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline (BEng/MEng/MSc).
- Chartered Engineer or working towards Chartership.
- Experience in coastal, maritime, or offshore engineering projects (e.g., breakwaters, flood defences, quay walls, jetties, dredging, scour protection).
- Experience producing technical documentation (reports, calculations, drawings, specifications).
- Knowledge of physical modelling and metocean / wave / sediment transport analysis.
- Experience mentoring or supporting junior engineers.
- Ability to manage small projects or work packages and work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Interest in delivering maritime and port infrastructure projects.
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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 members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
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 freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.
Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. 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. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and 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 contact maria.mindrut@arup.com to 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
To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/
We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.
Recruitment Agencies - We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.
Closing Date: 04.08.2026
We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.
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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. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and 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 contact maria.mindrut@arup.com to 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
To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/
We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.
Recruitment Agencies - We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on the list.
Closing Date: 04.08.2026
We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.
@WaterWest
#WaterWest
#CIVIL_ENG_UKIMEA,
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Where this offer sits in the market
SOC 5319 · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · ~36k in sampleP25 £28kP75 £45k
£24kmedian £35kvisa floor £42k£45k
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