Transport Modeller / Assistant Transport Modeller in Basingstoke

WSP’s Transport & Mobility team is growing and we are looking for a Transport Modeller or Assistant Transport Modeller. The role offers flexibility in location, with potential home office bases in Birmingham, Manchester, Bristol, Leeds, London, Cambridge, Cardiff, Exeter, Basingstoke and Guildford, and a hybrid working mix of office and home. You will join one of the UK’s leading transport planning and transport modelling consultancies, working at the forefront of delivering complex, high‑profile infrastructure and development projects. As a Transport Modeller/Engineer you will play a key role in developing innovative, evidence‑led transport solutions that influence how people move, live and connect across the UK. The position offers a career progression opportunity within a successful team of transport modelling professionals using established transport models and a portfolio of regionally, nationally and internationally based projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and apply transport models, including model building, calibration, validation and forecasting.
• Support or lead projects encompassing transport strategies, business cases, and demand forecasting.
• Analyse and interpret complex datasets to produce meaningful insights and recommendations.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations and client deliverables.
• Scope modelling requirements and define appropriate methodologies.
• Collaborate with multi‑disciplinary teams across planning, engineering and environmental services.
• Support continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the transport modelling community.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to explain modelling outputs in a clear, accessible manner.

Qualifications

• Some experience in developing transport models, including calibration, validation and testing.
• Experience in at least one modelling package such as VISUM, SATURN, EMME or similar.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Understanding of UK transport policy, appraisal and transport modelling guidance e.g. Department for Transport (DfT) Transport Analysis Guidance (TAG).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in Python or other programming languages such as R, Java or C++.
• Experience in GIS.
• The ability to communicate technical outputs to non‑technical audiences.
• A collaborative approach with the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Work‑life balance: WSP’s hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Belonging: We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. WSP encourages people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging.
• Health & Wellbeing: WSP supports health and wellbeing through the Thrive programme and a Virtual GP service, giving access to NHS or Irish GP at convenient times.
• Flex your time: You can take one hour each day for personal activities with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later.
• Your development: WSP fosters a supportive environment that invests in your growth through training, mentoring and Chartership opportunities.

Equal Opportunity 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.