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WSP in the U.S. · 1 day ago

Associate / Associate Director - Transport Planning (Major Projects)

Southampton, MA

Part-time

Hybrid

Lead/Staff

WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms, and they are seeking an Associate or Associate Director in Transport Planning. This strategic role involves leading technical management for major transport projects and collaborating across disciplines to improve business connectivity and decision-making.

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Responsibilities

Lead technical management and take commercial responsibility for our work on DCO/ NSIP programmes and projects and lead the co-ordination of new proposals

Contribute to the development of medium / long term trend forecasts to inform business strategy and take strategic decisions on continued investment

Lead cross discipline collaboration by example and improve opportunities for intra-business connectivity across the UK and beyond

Take personal responsibility for wellbeing, health and safety and act as a role model for direct reports and project staff

Keep up to date with relevant standards and policies; raise WSP profile by networking, and attending conferences as required

Qualification

Transport assessmentsMulti-disciplinary projectsStakeholder engagementAnalytical skillsTransport policy knowledgeMS Office proficiencyCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsNegotiation skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Experience in managing and coordinating all aspects of transport assessments and strategies for major and/or complex projects

Experience of delivering multi-disciplinary projects and successfully engaging large teams in a hybrid/ virtual environment

Experience engaging stakeholders at various levels including: local highway authorities, planning inspectorate, DfT, other transport bodies and the public

Effective communication, problem-solving and critical thinking skills, adaptability to navigate change and strong negotiation, collaboration and organisational skills

Strong numerical, spatial, and analytical skills and excellent working knowledge of MS Office tools

Excellent knowledge of current transport policy at sub-regional, regional and national level and knowledge of planning consent processes