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See it differently

You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future.

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

The opportunity

A career at Arup offers you the opportunity to make a positive difference in the world. Independently owned and independently minded, Arup is a collective of advisors and experts working across 140 countries, using imagination, technology and rigour to shape a better world.

As a Graduate Architect, you will become part of our global community and join an inclusive, multidisciplinary environment where diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas are valued. You will collaborate with architects, engineers and specialist consultants, contributing to recognised projects while learning from experienced colleagues across Arup’s global network.

You will contribute to the design and delivery of complex multidisciplinary projects, from concept design and masterplanning through to detailed design and construction delivery, with a particular focus on the science, industry and technology sectors. Supported by a welcoming team, you will develop your design, technical and professional skills while taking increasing responsibility for project deliverables.

Is this role right for you?

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate the following qualifications, skills and attributes:

  • Qualifications; A completed RIAI-accredited and prescribed five-year qualification in Architecture, or an equivalent qualification recognised for access to the profession. This may include a Level 8 Bachelor of Architecture or a Level 9 Master of Architecture following prior architectural study.
  • Design and technical skills
  • A passion for architecture, design excellence and the creation of sustainable, people-centred environments.
  • Strong design, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop creative and practical responses to project requirements.
  • The ability to communicate and develop design ideas through freehand sketching or equivalent digital sketching techniques.
  • Familiarity with Irish construction standards, the Building Regulations and the planning system.
  • Digital, software and BIM skills
  • Familiarity with industry-standard design software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino and Adobe Creative Suite, or comparable modelling, visualisation and presentation tools.
  • An understanding of Building Information Modelling (BIM) principles and an interest in developing skills in collaborative, model-based project delivery.
  • Awareness of parametric design and an interest in its application to architectural design and problem-solving.
  • Curiosity about AI-assisted tools and their responsible application within architectural practice.
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Clear written, verbal and visual communication skills, with the ability to explain design concepts and ideas effectively.
  • A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for working with architects, engineers and specialists in multidisciplinary project teams.
  • The ability to listen, respond constructively to feedback and build positive working relationships.

Personal attributes:

  • Changemaker: motivated by sustainable development and the opportunity to contribute to a better world.
  • Innovative thinker: able to think critically, explore new ideas and challenge established approaches constructively.
  • Growth seeker: curious, proactive and committed to continuous learning and professional development.
  • Adaptable contributor: organised, able to manage competing tasks and ready to respond positively to new challenges.
  • Organized: Able to prioritise work effectively and meet agreed deadlines.

When applying, please submit a portfolio showcasing your academic, personal or professional design work.

Eligibility

We're able to consider candidates who require an employment permit to work in Ireland, where the role and offered salary meet the Irish Government's eligibility criteria (for example, under the Critical Skills or General Employment Permit schemes). All Employment Permits are granted at the discretion of the Deciding Officer with offers contingent to obtaining the correct immigration to work and reside in Ireland."

To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your academic transcript and meet the following criteria:

  • No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role
  • Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts.
  • As a Graduate Architect at Arup, you will:
  • Get involved in projects from early concept design and master-planning through to detailed design and construction, helping to shape responses to client, user and project needs.
  • Explore and communicate architectural ideas through freehand or digital sketches, diagrams, drawings, 3D models, visualisations, reports and presentations.
  • Help prepare coordinated architectural drawings, schedules, specifications and other project information, with support from experienced colleagues.
  • Take part in collaborative BIM workflows, helping to develop, coordinate and review architectural models and information.
  • Organise your work, meet agreed deadlines and check your outputs carefully, with guidance and peer review from the team.
  • Work closely with architects, engineers and specialists, sharing ideas, listening to others and contributing to the wider project team.
  • Join design reviews, project meetings and, where appropriate, client conversations, using feedback to develop your work.
  • Build your design and technical skills through hands-on experience, learning opportunities and support from colleagues, while bringing sustainable design principles and Arup’s values into your work.

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 permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our graduates.

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