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Associate Director - Transport Planning

Newcastle upon Tyne, gbFull-time2026-10-19 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid

Core

Leading the development and delivery of transport planning projects, including quantitative assessment, economic appraisal, and business case preparation for major transport schemes.

Role type

Senior IC transport planning director (project leadership & business development)

Builds

Transport schemes, business cases, and strategic plans for regional and national clients

Domain

Transportation infrastructure and urban planning

Required skills

quantitative assessment of transport schemes, economic appraisal, business case development, traffic and transport data analysis, strategy and policy development, forecasting and scenario testing, advanced analytical techniques, stakeholder management, client relationship management

Preferred skills

Chartered status (CIHT, TPS, ICE), experience in multi-disciplinary projects, DfT and Treasury guidance compliance

Technologies

industry-standard tools for network performance assessment

Responsibilities

Lead detailed transport scheme analysis to inform design and investment decisions; Direct preparation of economic appraisals and business cases; Act as a trusted adviser to clients on strategy and technical direction; Support work-winning activity and lead bids; Mentor and support colleagues at all levels

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities