Joining Arup

Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

The Transport Planning Lead role will lead and grow the Manila Transport Planning practice, providing technical leadership and strategic direction for transport planning projects in the Philippines and SEA. The role requires a senior practitioner with demonstrated experience for delivering ADB (Asian Development Bank) and WB (World Bank) funded projects, particularly within the Philippines context. Also, with the experience on working with local government agencies, and private developers.

The role is based in Manila office.

The Opportunity

Provides overall leadership and day-to-day management of the Manila Transport Planning team, including resourcing, workload planning, and technical oversight.
Drives business development by applying international best practices aligned with Philippine regulations, leading proposals, building strong client relationships, and supporting broader Southeast Asia initiatives.
Liaises directly with clients, government agencies, and funding institutions, acting as a trusted advisor and senior point of contact.
Serves as a key specialist on projects, fulfilling roles as leader, project manager, or critical designer.
Oversees concept planning, assessment, and design of transport infrastructure such as roads, buses, and rail, as well as the preparation of development master plans.
Conducts traffic impact analyses for proposed developments, including circulation studies and accessibility schemes.

Is this role right for you

Bachelors in Transport Planning, Transport Engineering, Urban Planning, or Civil Engineering (or Other Relevant Field); Master's in Transport Planning preferred
10-15 years of relevant traffic and transport planning experience including traffic analysis, policy assessment, design, and surveys.
Demonstrated experience leading or significantly contributing to ADB and/or World Bank, Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank funded projects, preferably in the Philippines and Southeast Asia
Strong desire to grow the Philippines Team and support the country
Experience in business development & leading/winning bids
Proficiency in both written and spoken English, and Tagalog is an advantage
Willing to undertake domestic and some international travel.

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 that recognizes 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 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.

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 Sabena Foo 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

Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.

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