Associate / Associate Director – Transport Infrastructure Design
SYSTRA Newcastle, England, United Kingdom
Around the world, SYSTRA’s specialists plan, design, integrate, test, commission, project manage, and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions relied upon by more than 50 million people every day.
For more than 60 years, the Group has committed to helping cities and regions contribute to their development by creating, improving, and modernising transport infrastructure with sustainability, accessibility, and innovation at the heart of our designs. With over 10,300 colleagues globally and around 1,000 in the UK & Ireland, we are growing significantly and seeking top talent to join the SYSTRA signature team.
Context
Building upon the continued success of infrastructure projects delivered in the UK, the team seeks a professional at either an Associate or Associate Director level to advance engineering design capability, develop strong client relationships in public and private sectors, and grow the infrastructure team. The role can be based from Newcastle or Leeds, with extensive flexibility for remote working.
Missions / Main Duties
* Function as Project Manager/Director for transport infrastructure design projects.
* Project‑manage schemes with control over project budgets.
* Manage staff in the preparation of outline, preliminary, and detailed design projects.
* Act as the client‑facing lead, delivering projects on time and to budget.
* Oversee teams in preparing contract documents, tendering processes, and construction phases.
* Ensure technical accuracy of work and compliance with relevant standards.
* Produce scheme deliverables and review technical documents and reports.
* Assist in the preparation of expressions of interest and tenders.
* Provide staff development and mentoring.
* Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation.
* Consult with Sector Directors across D&I and the wider business to identify and secure opportunities.
Profile / Skills
* A relevant degree qualification with substantial experience at a design consultancy.
* Chartered Engineer (ICE) or CIHT.
* Ability to build constructive, lasting relationships with clients and partners.
* Strong understanding of highway design and engineering services for developments and active‑travel projects.
* Successful record in project management, supporting clients through tendering and award processes.
* Background in detailed highway design, preferably using industry‑leading design software.
* Experience leading infrastructure development teams.
* Engineering management of major transport infrastructure projects.
* Technical coordination and integration of multidisciplinary design inputs.
* Preparation of preliminary and detailed design for highways, drainage, and infrastructure projects.
* Ideally, demonstrable experience in active travel, bus priority schemes, urban traffic management, or public realm enhancement projects.
* Mentoring staff and developing engineering capabilities across the business.
* Support the Sector Director and Infrastructure Resource Manager in delivering D&I projects.
Why SYSTRA?
Our three core values – Excellence, Connected Teams, and Bold Leadership – are at the heart of everything we do. We provide clear career pathways, competitive remuneration (including a bonus and private healthcare), an electric car scheme, and a broad suite of flexible benefits designed to suit your lifestyle.
Flexibility
We offer hybrid working, balancing remote work with time in modern, well‑equipped offices. A dedicated flexible working policy supports you in tailoring your work life to reach your full potential.
Diversity & Inclusion
We warmly welcome applications from diverse backgrounds, ensuring a truly inclusive environment. Our employee‑led working groups and strategy keep us at the cutting edge of inclusion and accountability.
Wellbeing
Our SYSTRA Wellness Programme offers wide support: wellness champions, free health checks, healthy eating workshops, regular seminars, and access to external support. We provide two paid days for charity work and an ever‑growing social calendar.
Apply and find out more about how SYSTRA can support you in your career journey. If you require adjustments or financial assistance to the application or interview process, please email careers@systra.com. Your request will be treated confidentially and with respect. We pledge to offer an interview to any candidate with a disability who applies for a role and meets the minimum criteria. While we are always looking to expand our team, we would still be interested in hearing from you if you fulfil most, but not all, of the relevant criteria for the role – you could still be exactly what we are looking for.
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