Thursday 9 October 2025
Arup has received the prestigious Engineers Ireland Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Employer of the Year Award for its Personal and Career Development Programme, an initiative designed to support mid-career staff at a pivotal stage in their careers.
The award, which was presented at a ceremony at Engineers Ireland’s headquarters in Dublin, is a leading indicator of excellence for employers of engineering professionals and is awarded for demonstrations of exceptional commitment to continuous professional development. Arup is one of over 170 leading organisations that holds the Engineers Ireland CPD Employer Standard, a benchmark for learning and development excellence, innovation and best practice.
Joe Burns, Ireland Country Leader at Arup, expressed the company’s pride in receiving the award:
“Supporting our people to grow and succeed is at the heart of how we work at Arup. Through our learning and development programmes, we are helping our staff build confidence, grow their skills and bring their best to the multidisciplinary projects we deliver for clients worldwide. We’re honoured to receive this award, which celebrates our commitment to unlocking potential, nurturing talent and building a culture where everyone feels inspired to make a difference.”
The Personal and Career Development Programme, now in its second year, includes structured coaching sessions that allow individuals to reflect and reconnect with what motivates them and prepare for the next stage of their professional journey.
Prathiba Marimuthu, Senior Engineer at Arup, shared her experience of the programme:
“One thing that stood out for me is how focusing on awareness, decision making and goal setting could transform how you approach challenges. Coaching gave me the tools to step back, see the bigger picture and move forward with intention.”
Initially designed for mid-level professionals and now extended to senior leaders, the initiative promotes a culture of continuous learning and purposeful development.
Speaking following the award, Engineers Ireland’s Director General, Damien Owens, said:
“Engineers Ireland is delighted to award Arup the 2025 CPD Employer of the Year Award in recognition of its strategic approach to the progression of its mid-career staff, creating a tailored approach that is relevant and impactful. This award demonstrates to Arup’s colleagues and clients the importance it places on the personal and professional development of its staff.”