Our People Movement team is a specialist consultancy group operating across the UK, with hubs in London, Birmingham and Manchester, and the other regions of the company. As part of Arup's global skills network, we help clients understand how people interact with, move through and experience the built environment, supporting the delivery of safe, efficient and inclusive places. We are seeking an experienced Senior Transport Planner (People Movement) to join our London team. This role offers the opportunity to work on some of the world's most complex and high-profile developments, helping to shape the design and operation of major transport hubs, sports venues, cultural destinations, commercial developments and masterplans. The OpportunityJoin our innovative, collaborative and creative People Movement team, where you'll contribute to projects that place people at the heart of design. You will provide specialist People Movement consultancy across a broad range of projects, including:· Major rail and metro infrastructure schemes· Internationally recognised sports venues and major events· Museums, galleries, libraries and cultural destinations· Commercial developments and mixed-use masterplans· High-profile international projectsYou will lead the delivery of pedestrian planning studies, operational analysis and simulation modelling projects, translating complex technical outputs into clear, evidence-based recommendations for clients and stakeholders. You will contribute to technical leadership, support project delivery, mentor junior colleagues and play an active role in business development and work-winning activities. You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning, to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. We're looking for candidates who have:· Experience delivering People Movement, pedestrian planning or transport planning projects, ideally within rail, sports, cultural or masterplanning sectors.· Strong technical capability in pedestrian analysis and dynamic simulation modelling using tools such as Legion, MassMotion or Viswalk.· Experience producing clear, high-quality technical reports and presenting evidence-based recommendations to clients and approving authorities.· Proven ability to lead project tasks, mentor colleagues and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.· A degree or higher qualification in Transport Planning, Engineering, Urban Planning, Architecture, Geography or another relevant discipline, or equivalent professional experience.· Ideally, you will also have experience of project management, business development, demand forecasting and the application of transport model outputs and survey data to support operational and design analysis. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you'll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Our Application ProcessTo understand what to expect next, please visit safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.
Senior Transport Planner in London employer: Arup
Arup is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture in Leeds that fosters collaboration and innovation. Employees benefit from competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth, making it an ideal place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in security advisory services.
