Senior Transport Planning Leader — Hybrid

AECOM; Chesterfield; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Career development opportunities

AECOM University and training

Job summary

AECOM invites a seasoned Principal Transport Planner to join its Transport Planning team. You will lead the delivery of complex transport planning projects, mentor peers, and drive business development across regional and national portfolios.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and contribute to the growth and strategic direction of the Birmingham and West Midlands operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport planning and scheme appraisal.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Experience delivering multi-disciplinary projects to client and regulatory guidance.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage resources.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical and project management for transport planning studies.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to shape strategy and direction.
• Support bid/win activity and collaboration across teams.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to regional growth.

Skills

Transport planning experience

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Project leadership

Education

Degree in Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, Economics

Chartered status or professional body

Job description

AECOM invites a seasoned Principal Transport Planner to join its Transport Planning team. You will lead the delivery of complex transport planning projects, mentor peers, and drive business development across regional and national portfolios.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and contribute to the growth and strategic direction of the Birmingham and West Midlands operations.