Transport Modeller

Transport Modeller

Location:

Chesterfield, East Midlands
Employment Status:
Permanent

Salary: £44,075 - £49,282

About the Role

This is a defining moment for transport in the East Midlands. As the region's Local Transport Authority, EMCCA is at the forefront of shaping a bold, future-focused Mayor's Transport Plan-driving forward a transformational investment programme worth over £2 billion. This is more than infrastructure; it's a once-in-a-generation opportunity to reimagine how people connect, travel, and thrive across the region.

Robust transport modelling is central to this work, enabling evidence-based decision-making and effective evaluation of strategies and schemes.

We are seeking a Transport Modeller to lead the development, delivery and application of strategic transport modelling tools across the region. This role will provide essential technical expertise to support policy development, business case preparation and investment decisions.

Working closely with senior leadership, including the Director of Transport and the Head of Transport Investment, you will ensure that modelling capability supports both immediate delivery needs and long-term strategic objectives.

Our region is home to award-winning bus companies, an established tram system, the HQ of the new GB Railways, and birthplace of the first workplace parky levy in Europe - this is a region with both track record and vision.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and commissioning of a regional strategic transport model to support policy and investment decisions
Develop a clear strategy for evolving initial modelling solutions into a long-term, integrated modelling framework
Conduct an audit of existing modelling tools across the region and identify gaps against EMCCA's strategic objectives
Act as an intelligent client when managing consultants and external specialists delivering modelling services
Work closely with procurement teams to commission and manage external support for modelling development
Support the delivery of key strategies, including the Mayor's Transport Plan and regional growth plans, through robust modelling input
Implement modelling tools and frameworks across EMCCA and constituent authorities, ensuring effective adoption and use
Manage ongoing access to and use of modelling tools, ensuring outputs meet operational and strategic needs
Provide expert advice to scheme sponsors on appropriate modelling approaches for business cases and proposals
Produce high-quality reports and visual outputs to communicate modelling results clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
Support the assessment of business cases, with a focus on modelling methodologies, assumptions and outputs
Collaborate with neighbouring authorities and partners to address cross-boundary modelling requirements
Act as an expert representative in discussions with funding bodies, including the Department for Transport Leadership Responsibilities

Where applicable, the role includes:

Providing leadership and direction, fostering a positive, collaborative and accountable team culture
Supporting the development and progression of colleagues through mentoring and coaching
Ensuring effective communication across teams and stakeholders
Managing workloads and resources to deliver strategic priorities

About You

We are seeking a highly skilled and analytical professional with strong technical expertise in transport modelling and a collaborative approach to delivery. Please note, you do not need to meet every requirement to apply - if you feel you'd be a good fit, we encourage you to put in an application.

Essential

Skills and Experience:

Extensive experience in transport modelling and/or transport data analysis
Strong experience using strategic transport modelling software (e.g. EMME, Cube, VISUM or similar)
Knowledge of a range of modelling approaches and the ability to select appropriate methods for different scenarios
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess transport strategies and business cases
Experience working in collaborative, multi-agency environments
Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to non-technical audiences
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