Senior Demand Modeller – Transportation Planner (UK Wide)
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Overview
Shape the future of transport modelling with Jacobs. You'll play a pivotal role in delivering high‑profile work for clients such as Heathrow Airport Ltd, the National Transport Authority in Ireland, Transport for the North, Transport for London, and a range of Local & Combined Authorities and Middle East partners.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and apply advanced demand modelling components using tools like VISUM, EMME, CUBE, and Bentley’s OpenPaths.
* Contribute to strategic transport solutions, influence infrastructure investment decisions, and improve mobility for communities across the UK and internationally.
* Expand skills into public transport modelling, cycling assignment, and airport surface access models.
* Lead or deepen technical expertise with opportunities for project leadership.
Qualifications
* A numerate degree (Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Programming, or Data) or strong quantitative skills in other degrees.
* Experience in trip generation, variable Transport demand modelling, and multi‑modal forecasting using software such as VISUM, CUBE, EMME, OpenPaths, ALOGIT, or bespoke tools. Scripting skills are highly valued.
* Strong data analysis capabilities. Familiarity with Excel, Access/SQL, Python, or R is desirable.
* Experience in public transport modelling (CUBE, EMME, VISUM) is a plus.
* A proactive mindset, ability to work independently and collaboratively, delivering high‑quality technical work.
Benefits
* Up to 10% pension
* 24 days (+10 days bought) holidays
* Free medical and income protection insurance
* Competitive compensation and benefits package
Company Culture
We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. If we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain talent from a wide range of backgrounds.
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
How to Apply
Apply below! Jacobs values safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business and support one another through a culture of caring. Our hybrid working policy offers flexible arrangements and a well‑being benefits programme. Find out more about life at Jacobs.
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