Transport Modeller / Assistant Transport Modeller

WSP Global Inc.; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is looking for a Transport Modeller to join its growing team in the UK. The role, which can be based in several locations including Basingstoke, involves developing and applying advanced transport models for various projects. Candidates should have experience with modelling packages and strong analytical skills. The position offers a mix of in-office and home working, engaging with multi-disciplinary teams and clients to produce impactful insights and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Some experience in developing transport models along with calibration and validation.
• Experience with at least one modelling package like VISUM, SATURN, or EMME.
• Understanding of UK transport policy and modelling guidance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply transport models including building and validation.
• Support or lead projects on transport strategies and demand forecasting.
• Analyze datasets and prepare reports for clients.

Skills

Transport modelling experience

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Communication skills

Tools

VISUM

SATURN

EMME

Python

R

Java

C++

GIS

Job description

About your role

WSP’s Transport & Mobility team is growing, and we are now looking for a Transport Modeller or Assistant Transport Modeller to join our team. The role can be based in Birmingham, Manchester, Bristol, Leeds, London, Cambridge, Cardiff, Exeter, Basingstoke or Guildford, with a mix of in-office and home working.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll work across a diverse portfolio of public and private sector projects, applying advanced transport modelling techniques to support strategic decision‑making.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and applying transport models, including model building, calibration, validation and forecasting
• Supporting or leading projects encompassing transport strategies, business cases and demand forecasting
• Analysing and interpreting complex datasets to produce meaningful insights and recommendations
• Preparing technical reports, presentations and client deliverables
• Scoping modelling requirements and defining appropriate methodologies
• Collaborating with multi‑disciplinary teams across planning, engineering and environmental services
• Supporting continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the transport modelling community
• Engaging with clients and stakeholders to explain modelling outputs in a clear, accessible way

Qualifications

We'd love to hear from you if you have a passion for transport modelling and a strong analytical mindset. Ideally, you will bring:

• Some experience in developing transport models, including calibration, validation and testing
• Experience in at least one modelling package such as VISUM, SATURN, EMME or similar
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Understanding of UK transport policy, appraisal and transport modelling guidance, e.g. the Department for Transport (DfT) Transport Analysis Guidance (TAG)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in Python or other programming languages such as R, Java or C++
• Experience in GIS
• The ability to communicate technical outputs to non‑technical audiences
• A collaborative approach with the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team