Senior/Principal Consultant - Development Transport Planning

Around the world, SYSTRA’s specialists plan, design, integrate, test, commission, project manage and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions that are relied on by more than 50 million people every day.
For more than 60 years, the Group has been committed to helping cities and regions contribute to their development by creating, improving, and modernising their transport infrastructure with sustainability, accessibility, and innovation at the heart of our designs. With over 10,300 colleagues globally and around 1000 in the UK & Ireland we are growing significantly and seeking out the very best talent to join the SYSTRA signature team and be part of leading the way in infrastructure design.
 

We are currently growing our high performing Development & Infrastructure Engineering Consultancy team with the addition of an experienced Transport Planner at either a Senior or Principal Level that could be based at our Glasgow or London offices with extensive flexibility to work from home. This is a great opportunity to join a busy and successful team working cross-functionally and in collaboration with wider teams across traffic engineering and planning development, including community engagement. 

The successful candidate will join a growing and vibrant team providing strong technical guidance whilst contributing to work-winning with both existing and new clients.

Main Duties:

• To assist in the preparation and execution of project plans for a portfolio of projects and work packages, by applying appropriate design standards, identifying requirements for information gathering, providing clear and relevant interpretation of results. Obtaining statutory approvals;
• Contract preparation and procurement;
• Provide design support to construction phases
• Clearly specify information requirements to both Clients, Professional Partners and other Team members, provide prompt responses and work with Clients to understand objectives and outcomes of Projects.
• Support the development of junior team members where appropriate.
• Ensure the effectiveness of our solution in meeting the client’s evaluation criteria 
• Ensure successful project delivery to time, cost, quality and other contractual requirements 
• Contribute to work winning and deliver projects safely in accordance with the divisional controls for bidding and revenue and margin delivery on projects.

Experience Required:

• Degree in relevant subject such as Engineering, Maths or Geography 
• Working towards Membership of Institution of Civil Engineers or Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation.
• Sound knowledge of current design standards Production of Transport Statements / Transport Assessments, Travel Plans and Access Appraisals.
• Traffic modelling experience and experience of producing abnormal loads assessments would be preferable
• Demonstrable knowledge of planning and TfL approval process.
• Production of reports for both private and public sector clients  
• Client Contact (preferable) 
• A positive and enthusiastic approach
• Ability to form constructive, lasting relationships with clients and professional partners
• Ability to develop and sell innovative solutions for clients
• Ability to work as part of an experienced team of professionals
• High standards of written and oral communication
• Good appreciation of project management
• A proactive approach to seeking and sharing knowledge
• A commitment to mentoring colleagues

Why SYSTRA?
Our three core values: Excellence, Connected Teams and Bold Leadership are kept at the heart of everything we do. We strive for the highest levels of technical excellence, achieving the best results through teamwork, both locally and internationally, and reward innovative thinking through encouraging all colleagues to think as leaders. We offer clear and well supported pathways for career development and qualification attainment, a competitive remuneration package including a bonus and private healthcare, an electric car scheme and a broad suite of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.

Flexibility
Because we value who you are as much as what you do, we want you to feel supported at work. We offer hybrid working, balancing the benefits of working from home with time in our modern, well-equipped offices for that crucial in-person contact, team development and collaborative working. We also recognise that life doesn’t always run to the same schedule for everyone, so we have a dedicated flexible working policy to support you in tailoring your work life to reach your full potential, for more details on this, please get in touch.

Diversity & Inclusion
We provide a warm welcome and encourage applications from a diverse range of people who can enrich our company and offer perspectives which will drive better solutions in a truly inclusive environment. Our employee led working groups and clearly defined strategy help us to keep at the leading edge of important issues and keep us accountable. We want our colleagues to feel comfortable to bring their whole selves to work and continually seek new ideas and contributions to ensure we continue to grow and develop in this space.

Wellbeing
It’s no surprise that people do their best work when they feel physically and mentally supported. Our SYSTRA Wellness Programme offers a wide range of support; from Wellness champions to free health checks, healthy eating workshops and regular seminars, alongside access to a wide range of external support. We offer 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 any adjustments or financial assistance to support you in your application or interview process please email: reasonableadjustments@systra.com  where your request will be treated confidentially and with respect. We pledge to offer an interview to any candidates with a disability who apply for a role and meet the minimum criteria. 
As 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 and if you are a returner looking to restart your career after a period outside the workplace – you could be just what we are looking for.