Port Planner

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Job Description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A Little More About Your Role… We are looking for a Port Planner to join the Ports & Maritime team based in the UK. This role can be based in any WSP office with a preference for London, Basingstoke and Newcastle. You will work with a team of Ports & Maritime experts across the UK and globally to deliver complex multi-cargo port masterplans, feasibility studies, operational audits and due diligence assignments.

You will liaise with our in-house maritime advisory, engineering and environmental teams to deliver masterplan layouts, reports and business plans for greenfield and brownfield developments across containers, dry bulk, liquid bulk and energy transition facilities. Training on our in-house PRIME master planning tool will be provided to assess phased land use plans, Cap Ex and OpEx. Experience with port planning or simulation tools is desirable.

You will promote maritime services internally and support other WSP teams. Proficiency in MS Office is essential. The role is office-based but site visits in the UK and internationally are possible. You will work in a collaborative, inclusive environment that supports your development and career progression at WSP.

• Collaborate and align with client organisations to deliver projects and achieve client goals.
• Coordinate and collaborate between disciplines and project stakeholders.
• Deliver master planning and terminal planning projects in greenfield and brownfield environments.
• Undertake port capacity studies, operational audits, and capacity analyses as part of due diligence and peer review assignments.
• Drive digitalisation and innovation of port and terminal master planning through the use of PRIME and integration with broader digital delivery efforts.
• Collaborate with Key Client Managers to identify and pursue leads, developing client relationships and contributing to continuous improvement efforts.
• Contribute to a positive safety culture within the team and project stakeholders.
• Demonstrate commitment to collaboration, learning and mentorship of others.

• Possess strong analytical abilities
• Have a BEng/ MEng in Civil Engineering or similar/related qualification.
• Prior experience in planning container terminals, offshore wind ports and/or bulk facilities
• Hold chartership status with a professional association or an advanced project, programme or portfolio management qualification, such as ChPP (APM), PMP (PMI) or equivalent.
• Extensive experience in a ports and maritime environment

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. You can do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself. With us, you can. Apply today.

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

Work-life balance:
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, with opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK. Inclusivity & Belonging:
We welcome applicants from varied backgrounds and experiences, encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work. Health & Wellbeing:
We support your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme, including Virtual GP services, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex discounts, and menopause support.

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