Expression of Interest - Transport Planning & Mobility

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking Transport Planners to join our Transport & Mobility team. You will lead on transport planning projects and contribute to proposals, working with multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver from concept to delivery.

You will collaborate with Local Authorities and other clients to develop strategies, transport statements, and travel plans, while engaging with stakeholders and contributing to WSP’s growth. Hybrid working with flexible arrangements is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in active travel, public transport, transport programme/scheme development and/or business case development.
• Experience of developing transport-focused strategies, plans and policies.
• Experience of working with Local Authority and Combined Authority clients.
• Experience in managing and coordinating all aspects of transport assessments and strategies for major and/or complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Leading on a variety of Transport Planning projects and proposals (both technical and commercial inputs).
• Leading and managing tasks as part of a multi-disciplinary team, delivering multi-disciplinary projects from concept to delivery.
• Providing support in securing and delivering work for diverse local client portfolio.
• Leading technical discussions around accessibility of sites for a wide range of modes.
• Leading technical reviews and checking of deliverables within the team.
• Working in a collaborative client/consultant environment and representing our values.

Skills

Active travel experience

Public transport planning

Transport programme/scheme development

Business case development

Local Authority client experience

Combined Authority client experience

Project management

Job description

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Transport & Mobility @ WSP

WSP’s Transport & Mobility team brings together over 350 Transport Planning and Transportation Modelling experts together across the UK & Ireland. We have a diverse portfolio of multidisciplinary and cross-sector projects for a range of public and private sector clients. Key project specialisms include transport strategy/policy, active travel planning and design, public transport planning, research, feasibility studies, training programmes and funding applications. With a strong regional and national pipeline of work, we are looking to grow our team and would like to hear from Transport Planners, and those with complimentary skills, who would be interested in opportunities within our teams.

To find out more about our Transport Planning business follow the link below to discover what awaits you at WSP: https://www.wsp.com/en-gb/services/transport-planning

A Little More About Our Roles…

• Leading on a variety of Transport Planning projects and proposals (both technical and commercial inputs).
• Leading and managing tasks as part of a multi-disciplinary team, working collaboratively with our other WSP specialists to deliver multi-disciplinary projects from concept to delivery.
• Providing specific support in securing and delivering work for our diverse local client portfolio.
• Undertaking Transport Statements, Transport Assessments, Environmental Statement Transport Chapters, Construction Traffic Management Plans and Travel Plans, including playing a hands‑on role in Client and Local Authority scoping discussions.
• Leading technical discussions around the accessibility of project / construction sites for a wide range of modes and articulate the impacts and mitigations required to support planning approvals.
• Undertaking a lead role on technical review and checking of deliverables within the team.
• Working in a collaborative client/consultant environment and representing our values when delivering the work for our clients.
• Making an active contribution to WSP’s four pillars (People; Clients & Growth; Operations; and Technical Excellence) and supporting our Leads in these roles.

You will have an opportunity to work collaboratively with our Net Zero, Future Mobility and Freight growth areas on a range of innovative strategies for our clients, as well as our extensive range of expertise practice groups, including Public Transport, Active Travel and Transport Communications.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• Experience in active travel, public transport, transport programme/scheme development and/or business case development.
• Experience of developing transport-focused strategies, plans and policies.
• Experience of working with Local Authority and Combined Authority clients.
• Experience in managing and coordinating all aspects of transport assessments and strategies for major and/or complex projects.
• The ability to manage and prioritise multiple projects and tasks to meet deadlines.
• Ability to successfully deliver presentations and liaise with a variety of audiences - including colleagues, public sector officials, members of the public and other key project stakeholders.
• Commercial acumen and the ability to manage tasks and support wider team management

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 80,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.