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WSP in the U.S.

Associate / Associate Director - Transport Planning (Major Projects)

WSP in the U.S., Southampton, Massachusetts, us, 01073

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About the Role A Little More About Your Role… We have an opportunity for an Associate or Associate Director (Transport Planning) to join our Transport and Mobility Planning Team. There is flexibility around the location of this role, with potential WSP home offices being our

Birmingham, Cardiff, Southampton, Manchester, Leeds or London

offices. WSP's hybrid working policy will allow for a mix of in-office and home working.

In this strategic role you will work alongside colleagues across the UK in the delivery of transport, traffic and related infrastructure projects, including Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) and Development Consent Orders (DCOs) projects in the Energy and Industrial sectors across the UK. Responsibilities will include:

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

Contribute to the 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.

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: hybrid working policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week and collaborate in modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging: welcoming applicants with varied backgrounds and encouraging authenticity.

Health & Wellbeing: Thrive programme, virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex scheme, menopause support package.

Time flexibility: “WSP My Hour” allows one hour each day for personal activities with flexible make‑up time.

Part‑time and flexible working arrangements, option to purchase additional leave, and flexible bank holiday options.

Development and training: supportive environment fostering growth through training, mentoring, and Chartership.

Application Apply today. We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms, dedicated to creating positive, long-lasting impacts through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. Our 72,800 passionate people include over 9,000 professionals in the UK and Ireland.

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 workplace adjustments in support of your application.

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