Overview
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The Opportunity
We are looking for a Principal Information & Communications Technology (ICT) Consultant – Data Centre and ICT Cabling Infrastructure to join our Technology Consulting team, which is based within the Arup Digital Services Portfolio. This position is suitable for someone who is already a consultant or has worked in a pre-sales technical design support or data centre owner/operator environment and can demonstrate recognised industry accreditation such as RCDD&,reg; DCDC&,reg; CNIDP® or CDCDP®. We are seeking a passionate person with in-depth knowledge and background in ICT facilities and cabling infrastructure design, cabling technologies and the cabling industry with demonstrable experience of data centre projects. You will be a senior member of our team acting as a subject matter expert (SME) and as a technical specialist on projects, taking a lead role in the delivery of projects and the interface with clients.
The Role Will Involve
- Capturing, developing and interpreting client ICT infrastructure requirements.
- ICT infrastructure design development (from concept through to construction).
- Overseeing and supervising the tasks of more junior staff on projects.
- Checking others work in accordance with quality management systems.
- On-site monitoring and witness testing of ICT infrastructure installations.
- Contributing to scoping works and fee proposals for new ICT infrastructure projects.
- Developing more junior members in the team and enhancing the appreciation of ICT infrastructure standards across multi-disciplinary teams in Arup.
Projects will be in the UK and abroad. The candidate will be willing to travel when needed; however, this role does not require extended periods away.
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 the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.
Equality and Inclusion
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, 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, including initiatives around race, ethnicity, cross-cultural working, gender equity, LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion.
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Application Process
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Closing date: 23rd April 2026
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