Civil Site Development Engineer

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in the Netherlands. Design resilient site infrastructure for complex developments.

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

Our multidisciplinary team delivers integrated civil engineering solutions for data centres, science and technology facilities, industrial developments, commercial projects and healthcare facilities. You will help shape well-connected, resilient sites by bringing together roads, drainage, earthworks, water networks and underground utilities.

The Opportunity Join our Netherlands infrastructure practice and take a leading role in the design and coordination of site development projects. You will contribute from feasibility through detailed design and construction, working closely with clients and specialists across architecture, structures, MEP, landscape and environmental disciplines. The role offers direct client engagement, responsibility for design packages and opportunities to support the development of junior colleagues and digital engineering workflows.

The role can be based in Amsterdam or Utrecht. Other locations in the Netherlands may be considered depending on the candidate profile. Hybrid working is available, typically with 2-3 days in the office.

As a Senior Civil Site Development Engineer at Arup, you will:

• Lead civil engineering assessments, designs, work packages and smaller projects for complex site development programmes.
• Develop roads, parking, grading, earthworks, stormwater and foul drainage, water supply and underground utility solutions using Civil 3D, AutoCAD and related tools.
• Prepare design calculations, reports, specifications and drawings, and contribute to quality reviews, approvals and permitting activities.
• Coordinate integrated solutions with clients, authorities and multidisciplinary design teams, including architecture, structures, MEP, landscape and environmental specialists.
• Support project delivery through client meetings, coordination workshops, site visits and construction inspections, while mentoring graduate and early career engineers.

Does this role inspire you? About We're looking for someone who is passionate about practical, sustainable site infrastructure and enjoys turning multidisciplinary challenges into coordinated engineering solutions. We also value:

• Approximately 6 to 10 years of relevant civil engineering experience, including leading work packages or smaller projects and engaging directly with clients.
• Strong capability in site infrastructure design, including drainage, stormwater management, roads and pavements, earthworks, grading, water and wastewater systems, and utility coordination.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D; experience with InfoDrainage or comparable hydraulic modelling software is an advantage.
• A relevant BSc or BEng degree, with chartered status or progress towards an equivalent professional qualification.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary designs and supporting junior engineers; data centre or other complex development experience is particularly welcome.

Why Arup? At Arup, we offer a rewarding career with a global company committed to a better future. Our unique trust ownership structure allows us to prioritize meaningful work and invest in our people. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits That Work For You

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer a hybrid working model and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Well-being and Culture: Access to a range of well-being programs, including sports subsidies, social activities, and initiatives promoting a healthy work-life balance. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You’ll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please visit our Candidate Support page for contact information and assistance. We're happy to help.

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