Associate / Technical Director - Transport Planning

Strata Construction Consulting; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent consultancy in London is seeking an Associate/Technical Director to lead transport planning projects. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s in Civil Engineering and experience in a Transport Planning consultancy. Responsibilities include business development and managing client relationships. The role offers a hybrid working model and includes benefits such as a car allowance and private medical insurance. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to mentor junior staff are essential.

Benefits

Hybrid / Flexible working

Car allowance

Bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Salary sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Transport Planning consultancy and client presentation.
• Chartered Transport Planning Professional or Chartered Engineer certification required.
• Strong practical knowledge of relevant transport software, especially Linsig.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development efforts and proposal development.
• Manage key client relationships and provide team guidance.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers.

Skills

Transport Planning consultancy experience

Client presentation skills

Linsig knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Business development skills

Education

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Linsig

Junctions 9

TRACC or similar

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to meet the growing portfolio of transport planning projects within one of the UK’s leading independent consultancies. Our client is a specialist design practice with an integrated approach supporting their clients on projects from conception, through consent and during construction.

They are looking for an Associate/Technical Director to join & lead their London office. You’ll be joining a consultancy who provide full Transport Planning services from inception and feasibility through to planning, post-permission, and detailed design.

Working with everyone from developers to local planning authorities, they span the public and private sectors. Their projects range in scale from single-unit developments through to large-scale town centre regeneration and urban extensions. Their work includes Transport Assessments, Transport Planning, Travel Planning, Accessibility Planning, Transport Modelling, and Safety Audits.

What’s on offer

• Hybrid / Flexible working
• Car allowance
• Bonus scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance
• Salary sacrifice schemes including: dental, optical etc.

The role

• Leading business development efforts and proposal development
• Managing key client relationships
• Providing guidance and work to team members across various disciplines
• Mentoring and coaching junior engineers
• Supporting sector and client leads with strategic initiatives

What you need to succeed

• You will have proven experience working in a Transport Planning consultancy and be comfortable presenting ideas and project work to Clients
• You will be a Chartered Transport Planning Professional or Chartered Engineer certified by the Engineering Council
• You will have strong practical knowledge of Linsig, Junctions 9 and preferably experience of using TRACC/similar
• You will have a strong understanding of relevant local and national policy and guidance.
• Organised and methodical with particular attention to detail
• The ability to prioritise tasks and work to tight deadlines under pressure
• Have a pragmatic approach and possess strong problem-solving techniques
• Strong business development skills with the ability to win work and maintain client relationships
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams in consultancy or contracting environments
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Membership with ICE or similar professional body
• Full, valid UK driving licence
• Experience in procurement and technical specification writing