Associate / Associate Director - Transport Planning (Major Projects) in Birmingham

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Job Overview

At WSP you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives, and you can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead technical management and take commercial responsibility for our work on DCO/NSIP programmes and projects and lead coordination of new proposals.
• Contribute to 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.

Key Qualifications

• 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.

Benefits & Work‑Life Balance

• Work‑life balance – hybrid working policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week and opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Belonging – We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences, encouraging people to bring their whole authentic selves to work.
• Health & Wellbeing – We are committed to supporting our people through our Thrive programme, a virtual GP service, gym flex scheme, menopause support package and reasonable workplace adjustments.
• Flex your time – “WSP My Hour” allows you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
• Your development – We foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth through training, mentoring and Chartership.

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Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close‑knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Apply today.

About WSP

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long‑lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion.

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.