Responsibilities
* Leading on a variety of Transport Planning projects and proposals (both technical and commercial inputs).
* Leading and managing tasks as part of a multi‑disciplinary team, working collaboratively with other specialists to deliver projects from concept to delivery.
* Providing specific support in securing and delivering work for our diverse local client portfolio.
* Undertaking Transport Statements, Transport Assessments, Environmental Statement Transport Chapters, Construction Traffic Management Plans and Travel Plans, including playing a hands‑on role in client and local authority scoping discussions.
* Leading technical discussions around the accessibility of project or construction sites for a wide range of modes and articulating the impacts and mitigations required to support planning approvals.
* Undertaking a lead role on technical review and checking of deliverables within the team.
* Working in a collaborative client/consultant environment and representing our values when delivering the work for clients.
* Making an active contribution to WSP’s four pillars (People, Clients & Growth, Operations, and Technical Excellence) and supporting our leads in these roles.
* Collaborating with Net Zero, Future Mobility and Freight growth areas on innovative strategies and with public transport, active travel practice groups.
Qualifications
* Experience in active travel, public transport, transport programme/scheme development and/or business case development.
* Experience developing transport‑focused strategies, plans and policies.
* Experience working with Local Authority and Combined Authority clients.
* Experience managing and coordinating all aspects of transport assessments and strategies for major and/or complex projects.
* The ability to manage and prioritise multiple projects and tasks to meet deadlines.
* Ability to successfully deliver presentations and liaise with a variety of audiences – including colleagues, public sector officials, members of the public and other key project stakeholders.
* Commercial acumen and the ability to manage tasks and support wider team management.
Benefits
* Hybrid working policy: up to two days a week from home, with opportunities to collaborate in modern offices.
* Work‑life balance: WSP My Hour, part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and flexible use of holiday entitlement.
* Health & Wellbeing: Thrive programme, virtual GP service, gym membership discount scheme, and comprehensive menopause support package.
* Inclusivity & Belonging: inclusive culture, employee resource groups, and respectful treatment of all.
* Professional development: training, mentoring, and Chartership opportunities.
Equal Opportunities Statement
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
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