Overview
Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients’ problems head-on. It is a diverse and inclusive work environment where world‑class talent knows no distinctions. We support flexible and remote working, from reduced weeks to extra leave over school holidays. We also assist those returning from a career break to transition back into work.
We are recruiting an individual for our Movement & Place (Transport Planning) discipline to provide transport modelling support to help deliver a range of projects across the North of England, Scotland and Northern Ireland. We are delivering Local Transport Plans and utilising the latest modelling tools and appraisal techniques to assess bus, rail and road interventions, as well as active travel and public‑realm initiatives. Our regional team also works across the national business and contributes to projects at a national scale for local and national government bodies and the private sector. We work closely with clients to support their digital transformation and to help them deliver on their Net Zero commitments.
Your role
We are looking for an experienced individual who wishes to contribute to a high‑performing, dynamic team that works seamlessly with our wider national Movement & Place business. Collaborating with specialists from across our business as part of multi‑disciplinary teams, you’ll work on flagship regeneration, development and infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will join a team with a well‑balanced blend of skills focused on meeting our client needs. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to add further value and support our ambitious growth agenda.
About You
The successful candidate will be able to provide strategic advice to our clients on their modelling requirements and provide oversight and guidance to our modelling teams in the development and application of complex models. Applicants will be flexible, self‑motivated and will be expected to demonstrate a capability in any of the following:
- Strong analytical, numeracy and problem‑solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills with strong report‑writing capability.
- Sound technical competence.
- Ability to work under pressure and proven success in meeting deadlines.
- Confident team worker with ability to work independently.
- Experience of working to time and budget constraints.
Technical Skills and Competencies
Candidates will be expected to demonstrate technical skills and competencies commensurate with their level of experience in areas such as:
- Using strategic modelling packages such as CUBE, SATURN, EMME/2 and VISUM across highway or other modes.
- Demand modelling.
- Experience of economic evaluation of transport schemes using COBA and/or TUBA.
Rewards & Benefits
Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. Combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.
Security Clearance
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not mention any current or previously held security clearance in your application or CV.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family‑friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.
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