At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. The Associate Director role in Transport Planning and Strategic Consulting is a leadership position focused on delivering innovative and sustainable transport solutions. Responsibilities include leadership, client engagement, project delivery, business development, and team development. Candidates should have extensive experience in transport planning, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to excellence. The Liverpool office has an established track record of successfully delivering Transport projects and works closely with other disciplines from Streets and Technology, Highways, Aviation, Ports, Rail and Environmental sectors. The team workload ranges from strategy development, transport appraisals, business cases, feasibility studies, market research and modelling and data analytics, working with public and private sector clients. We are currently looking for an Associate Director to support and lead on the delivery of a variety of transport projects. The role will suit a self-motivated individual who is aspiring to take a lead role in client engagement and manage dynamic teams delivering high quality projects covering: Transportation studies covering all modes including active travel, road reallocation and public transport schemesOptions appraisal incl. modelling and data analytics to support public sector business case development and funding applicationsLocalised and strategic transport model developmentCollaborative working across multi-disciplinary projectsKey Responsibilities:1. Strategic LeadershipLead the development and execution of strategic initiatives to grow the transport planning and consulting practice. Align team objectives with AECOM's broader business goals, ensuring integration across disciplines. Proven work winning, project management and team management abilities with excellent Client relations.Client and Stakeholder EngagementBuild and maintain strong relationships with key clients, including public sector agencies, private developers, and infrastructure operators. Represent AECOM at client meetings, industry events, and conferences, enhancing the company's reputation as a leader in transport planning.Project DeliveryOversee the delivery of complex transport planning projects, ensuring they meet quality, budget, and timeline requirements. Provide technical oversight and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards. Manage project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure successful outcomes.Business DevelopmentIdentify and pursue new business opportunities in the transport planning and wider sectors. Collaborate with other business lines to secure and deliver multidisciplinary projects.Team DevelopmentRecruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of transport planners and consultants. Promote diversity and inclusion, ensuring a supportive and equitable workplace. We develop projects from concept through to operation providing engineering and construction services for multiyear, multimillion-dollar projects for major rail and transit agencies. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days. Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related field. Membership in professional bodies such as the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT) or Transport Planning Society (TPS).Extensive experience in transport planning, with a proven track record in winning work and leading teams. Strong leadership and team management capabilities. Comprehensive knowledge of transport planning principles, policies, and regulations in the UK&I region. Expertise in transport modelling (strategic and local) and transport economicsAbility to interface with design teams on the role of modelling in scheme developmentUnderstanding of the technical requirements of key public clients in the region with respect to transport modelling and appraisalProficiency in commonly used transport planning tools and software. We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.comAt AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives. Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more!#STAP #TRANSPORTPLANNINGAbout AECOMAECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. com if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
Associate/Associate Director/Technical Director, Transport Planning in Liverpool employer: AECOM
At AECOM, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our extensive career development opportunities, flexible hybrid working model, and a culture that values diversity and inclusion. Join us in the South East, where you can make a meaningful impact on transport planning while enjoying a range of personalised benefits tailored to support your well-being and professional aspirations.
