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Arup · 1 day ago

Tunnel Ventilation Lead

Arup is a global engineering and design consultancy seeking a dedicated and motivated Tunnel Ventilation Lead to join their team in New York. This role involves project management, technical leadership, and business development in tunnel ventilation systems across North America.

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Responsibilities

Support generation of revenue to help maintain billable targets for each staff member
Work in partnership with leaders to advance the regional strategy for target markets, training and development, and member happiness
Align with key business services leaders who are passionate about strategies for The East to support lead development, proposal opportunities, and project delivery
Lead and Guide teams on technical issues –delivery of technical content – to promote quality and excellence in our work and outcomes
Technical project leadership, to ensure Arup projects are delivered with the level of quality and commercial results established for each project
Client facing delivery with proven commercial results. Responsible for skills transfer on commercial project management and oversight of project finances
Provide technical leadership in the analysis and design of ventilation and fire life safety systems for transit/highway tunnel, overbuild, industrial, utility, commercial and process facilities across North America
Business development in key and strategic clients, and development of new relationships where broad Arup services can be engaged

Qualification

Tunnel Ventilation System designCFD numerical modellingProfessional Engineer certificationRegulatory requirements knowledgeClient facing project managementTechnical leadershipPlanningOrganizationSustainability focusHealthSafety knowledgeMS Office proficiencySESParallel ComputingCommunication skillsSelf-motivatedTeam leadership

Required

Bachelor's degree in engineering with, in depth understanding and a proven track record in the application of fluid flow, heat, and mass transfer governing equations
12 years of progressive validated experience in Tunnel Ventilation System design, design optimization using 1D or 3D (CFD) numerical modelling tools, commissioning and construction phase services
Knowledge of the current regulatory requirements for tunnel ventilation and fire safety, with experience in railways and underground spaces, including NFPA 130 and NFPA 502
Professional Engineer - New York or New Jersey with willingness to register in other states if needed, as well as being capable of becoming an accredited Arup Project Manager
Publications in technical journals or conferences
Broad tunnel ventilation skills and in all technical areas, including a focus on sustainability, EDI and Health, Safety and Wellness
Experience as a client facing project manager with successfully completed tunnel ventilation projects, including with direct management of a project's commercial outcomes
Specialist in road, rail or other types of tunnels and a solid understanding of site safety, construction safety, OSHA safety programs and Fire and Life Safety Codes
Understanding of technical issues that impact design, construction and operation of tunnels and similar spaces
Ability to plan, prioritize and lead design delivery teams
Corporate client-facing communication and presentation skills
Excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environment
Must be self-motivated, proactive, and willing to tackle new challenges
Proficient with SES, CFD, Parallel and Grid Computing on Windows or Linux Platforms, standard MS Office applications; experience with MS Project or Primavera a plus

Benefits

Profit Share
401(k) plan with up to 10% company match
Paid time off for rest and renewal
Flexible Working

Company

Arup is an independent firm of designers, planners, engineers and technical specialists offering a broad range of professional services.

H1B Sponsorship

Arup has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (74)
2024 (42)
2023 (30)
2022 (42)
2021 (24)
2020 (4)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Carolyn Poirier
Chief Financial Officer Americas Region | Principal
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Don Stewart
CFO
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