Hybrid Senior Freight & Logistics Transport Planner

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is looking for a Senior or Principal Consultant to join the Transport & Mobility division. This position focuses on Freight and Logistics, offering hybrid working from any UK office. Responsibilities include leading transport planning for various projects, project management, and mentoring Early Career Professionals. Ideal candidates will have experience in freight logistics, strong communication skills, and project management experience. Join a collaborative and progressive team dedicated to transport innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience in freight and logistics sector or public sector freight role is essential.
• Ability to lead discussions with clients and stakeholders.
• Collaboration skills with wider teams for project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day technical transport planning for projects.
• Manage and lead projects spanning freight policy and strategy.
• Mentor Early Career Professionals and support their development.

Skills

Knowledge of Freight and Logistics projects

Technical skills in logistics data analysis

Strong communication skills

Project management experience

Excellent report writing skills

Experience of preparing bids

Ability to mentor Early Career Professionals

Ability to collaborate with teams

Interest in transport innovation

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is looking for a Senior or Principal Consultant to join the Transport & Mobility division. This position focuses on Freight and Logistics, offering hybrid working from any UK office. Responsibilities include leading transport planning for various projects, project management, and mentoring Early Career Professionals. Ideal candidates will have experience in freight logistics, strong communication skills, and project management experience. Join a collaborative and progressive team dedicated to transport innovation.