Effectively advise on transport planning and engineering policies and their implementation and the related allocation of resources in relation to all services covered by this post
Takes the lead on relevant projects in terms of managing the delivery, engaging with the Transportation clients, and internal stakeholders.
Be aware of and adhere to relevant legislation, codes of practice and departmental policies when planning and directing the delivery of transport modelling related projects in the region
Continuously improve technical and industry knowledge by participating in forums and other industry related programs
Research, analyse and report on a range of future mobility modes. Show experience in having assessed future mobility modes their planning attributes and how they translate to engineering design requirements.
Prepare tender submissions
Act as Project Manager on delivery of transport planning tasks and projects as necessary
Develop detailed methodologies for carrying out transportation planning works on multi-disciplinary projects
Produce and deliver presentations to clients and teams.
Undertake data recording and analysis tasks
Manage the preparation of client reports, bringing together the contributions from other specialist areas of the business
Review internal processes for effectiveness and efficiency and suggest possible areas for improvement where necessary
Other duties as required
Team Management
Ensure key strategic relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders are effectively developed, managed and maintained
Manage, lead and produce technical and financial bids for projects in the region and across other business lines
Ensure delivery is in line with the Business Line’s corporate objectives, on time and within the agreed budget
Effectively represent AECOM to relevant government departments, external agencies and other bodies appropriate to the post
Plan, direct and deliver the services in accordance with appropriate procedures and legislation
Develop and implement initiatives to enhance AECOM’s Transport Planning services offering, product, and supporting infrastructure (e.g. software, modelling tools, capability statement, etc.)
Maintain appropriate liaison with the business community, stakeholder and advisory groups
Maintain a watching brief on best working practices within and beyond local government, and ensure these are effectively communicated to the team
Identify talent within the transport planning community, and work with the practice leaders A to recruit other transport planners and engineer into the SP&A team to enhance local capabilities and grow the business in accordance with workload
Liaise with other AECOM geographies to maximize the AECOM offering
Provide technical supervision and fulfil line management duty to junior staff
Desired candidate profile
Master's degree in Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field
Minimum of 10 years of experience in transportation planning, with a proven track record of leading complex projects
Advanced knowledge of transportation planning principles, practices, and emerging trends
Proficiency in transportation modeling software such as VISSIM, Aimsun, or TransCAD
Strong skills in GIS software and data analysis tools
Excellent project management abilities, including budget control and resource allocation
In-depth understanding of sustainable transportation solutions and their practical applications
Comprehensive knowledge of local and regional transportation policies and regulations
Professional certification such as Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) or Professional Transportation Planner (PTP) is preferred
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information to diverse audiences
Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including government officials and community representatives
Strong leadership skills with experience in mentoring and developing team members
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software tools
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