Transport Planner

Jacobs; Hyderabad; Hybrid; INR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in Hyderabad, India, seeks a driven Transport Planner to lead modelling and forecasting for large-scale highway schemes in the Middle East. You will work with engineers and planners to develop transportation plans and policy insights, leveraging your expertise to deliver robust solutions.

The role requires 4–6 years in transportation planning, strong data analysis, and familiarity with multiple simulation tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Transportation engineering/planning or related field.
• 4–6 years of ME sector experience on large-scale infrastructure/highway schemes.
• Chartered / professional accreditation desirable, not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain transport models using PTV VISUM for ME projects.
• Forecast and analyze traffic using advanced methodologies to predict and manage traffic patterns.
• Research and analyze transport data to inform planning and policy decisions.
• Collaborate with engineers, urban planners, and policymakers to integrate transport solutions with land use planning.
• Mentor junior team members and review their work.
• Prepare reports and presentations for stakeholders.

Skills

PTV VISUM

Traffic forecasting

Data analysis

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Transportation engineering/planning

Tools

EMME

SATURN

CUBE

AIMSUN

LEGION

Junctions9

SIDRA

LINSIG

SYNCHRO

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we push the limits of what is possible and help reinvent tomorrow. Our work meaningfully improves the livability and connectivity of our local communities, with a focus on building and strengthening an equitable, diverse, and inclusive society. We apply our expertise and knowledge into the future with optimism and focus. We do not settle until we give our best and know that we are making a difference. Our Highways team in India is looking for a driven and curious Transport Planner (Middle East) for large-scale infrastructure projects. By joining our team, you will have the chance to work on exciting and engaging multi-disciplinary projects and utilize your Highway design expertise to serve as a design lead on transportation related projects. We will give you the opportunity to work with various disciplines to efficiently complete tasks on schedule. You will work with an experienced and innovative team of Engineers and Project Managers, as well as gain experience working with our clients / contractor partners to solve their most challenging problems. We want you to be empowered to deliver the boldest solutions for everyday living. By joining Jacobs, you will commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in developing and maintaining transport models using PTV VISUM for various ME projects preferably
• Demonstrated proficiency in traffic forecasting and analysis, utilizing advanced methodologies to predict and manage traffic patterns effectively
• Skilled in conducting detailed analysis of transport data to inform planning and decision-making
• Responsible for conducting research and data analysis to identify transportation challenges and opportunities and developing transportation plans and policies
• Evaluating the impact of proposed transportation projects. Designing transportation infrastructure, such as roads, railways, and bike lanes
• Work collaboratively with engineers, urban planners, and policymakers to seamlessly integrate transportation solutions with land use planning, ensuring sustainable development
• Ability to provide technical oversight by reviewing and checking the work of junior team members, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement
• Ability to use either of the transport modelling and analysis tools like EMME/SATURN/CUBE /AIMSUN/LEGION/Junctions9/Sidra/Linsig/Synchro/SIDRA
• Analyze complex data sets to identify patterns and develop innovative solutions to transportation challenges, continuously seeking ways to improve processes and outcomes
• Contribute to reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders
• Maintain clear communication with counterparts in lead and client offices as necessary
• Ability to mentor and guide staff, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing within the team.

Here’s What You Will Need

• Bachelor's / master's degree in Transportation engineering /planning or related
• 4-6 years of experience in the ME sector for largescale Infrastructure/Highway schemes and preferably Global delivery models
• Chartered / Professional accreditation desirable, not mandatory.

AtJacobs we value people. Having the right balance of belonging, career and lifestyle enables us to consistently deliver and exceed clients’ expectations.

Working alongside industry leaders, you will have the opportunity to develop your career working on key projects in an environment which encourages collaboration, knowledge sharing and innovation. To support your professional growth, Jacobs flexible working arrangements, extended leave options and a host of social, health and wellbeing events and initiatives will underpin our commitment to you.

At Jacobs it’s all about what you do, not where you are, which counts!

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.