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Associate Director Transport Planning

Job in Leeds, West Yorkshire, ME17, England, UK
Listing for: AECOM
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-04
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Project & Program Management, BD Manager
  • Engineering
    BD Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Are you ready to challenge the boundaries of whats possible

AECOM offers a dynamic and collaborative environment where you can lead impactful projects and work alongside industry experts. As an Associate Director you will have the opportunity to shape the future of transport planning delivering solutions that enhance connectivity sustainability and quality of life.

We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether its improving your commute keeping the lights on providing access to clean water or transforming skylines our work helps people and communities thrive.

About You

The Associate Director role in Transport Planning and Strategic Consulting is a leadership position focused on delivering innovative and sustainable transport solutions. Responsibilities include leadership client engagement project delivery business development and team development. Candidates should have extensive experience in transport planning strong leadership skills and a commitment to excellence.

The Leeds office has an established track record of successfully delivering Transport Planning projects and works closely with other disciplines from Streets and Technology Highways Aviation Ports Rail and Environmental sectors. The team workload ranges from feasibility studies preliminary / detail design and on-site management working with mainly public sector clients.

We are currently looking for an Associate Director to support and lead on the delivery of a variety of transport projects. The role will suit a self-motivated individual who is aspiring to take a lead role in client engagement and manage dynamic teams delivering high quality projects covering:

  • Transportation studies covering all modes including active travel and passenger priority schemes
  • Modelling and data analytics to support public sector business case development and funding applications
  • Localised and strategic transport model development
  • Collaborative working across multi-disciplinary major projects

Heres what youll do:

Strategic Leadership:
Lead the development and execution of strategic initiatives to grow the transport planning and consulting practice. Align team objectives with AECOMs broader business goals ensuring integration across disciplines. Proven work winning project management and team management abilities with excellent Client relations.

Client and Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients including public sector agencies private developers and infrastructure operators. Provide strategic advice to clients ensuring their goals are met with innovative and sustainable solutions. Represent AECOM at client meetings industry events and conferences enhancing the companys reputation as a leader in transport planning.

Project Delivery: Oversee the delivery of complex transport planning projects ensuring they meet quality budget and timeline requirements. Provide technical oversight and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards. Manage project risks develop mitigation strategies and ensure successful outcomes.

Business Development:
Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the transport planning sector. Lead the preparation of bids and proposals ensuring they align with client needs and AECOMs strategic priorities. Collaborate with other business lines to secure and deliver multidisciplinary projects.

Team Development: Recruit mentor and develop a high-performing team of transport planners and consultants. Foster a culture of collaboration innovation and continuous improvement within the team. Promote diversity and inclusion ensuring a supportive and equitable workplace.

Come grow with us.

We develop projects from concept through to operation providing engineering and construction services for multiyear multimillion-dollar projects for major rail and transit agencies. Our specialists provide analytical and strategic expertise for every stage of a project

And lets not forget about the perks ll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being customized to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities our flexible…

Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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