Development Transport Planning Lead

WSP; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Virtual GP

Gymflex

Thrive programme

My Hour

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Associate Director with a development transport planning background to join our Leeds team. You will help drive growth, lead client relationships, and set market strategies while providing technical leadership across developments and master planning projects.

With a track record in winning work, you will engage with public and private sector clients, contribute to tender proposals, and mentor colleagues, as part of our flexible, hybrid UK operations.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in transport planning or civil engineering, ideally with chartered status.
• Track record in identifying and delivering new business opportunities.
• Leadership and management experience with proven work winning.
• Broad range of project experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to grow market share.
• Set growth targets with regional and local leadership.
• Build trusted relationships with local authorities and key clients.
• Provide technical advice through planning and design processes.
• Coordinate with Development team; share market intelligence.
• Lead and support bids, reviewing submissions for value.
• Ensure SHEQ compliance and health and safety duties.

Skills

Development transport planning

Client relationship management

Leadership

Business development

Public sector experience

Education

Degree in transport planning or civil engineering

Job description

WSP is seeking an Associate Director with a development transport planning background to join our Leeds team. You will help drive growth, lead client relationships, and set market strategies while providing technical leadership across developments and master planning projects.

With a track record in winning work, you will engage with public and private sector clients, contribute to tender proposals, and mentor colleagues, as part of our flexible, hybrid UK operations.