Transport Planning & Mobility Planning - Expression of Interest

Transport & Mobility Planning

WSP’s Transport & Mobility team brings together over 350 Transport Planning and Transport Modelling experts across the UK & Ireland. We have a diverse portfolio of multidisciplinary and cross‑sector projects for public and private sector clients. Key specialisms include transport strategy/policy, active travel planning and design, public transport planning, research, feasibility studies, training programmes, and funding applications. With a strong regional and national pipeline of work, we are looking to grow our team and would like to hear from Transport Planners and those with complementary skills for opportunities within our teams.

To find out more about our Transport Planning business visit  If you are interested in Transport Planning opportunities at WSP and can’t see a current vacancy that exactly meets your expectations for role or location, please apply to our Expression of Interest advert and we can discuss opportunities.

• Lead on a variety of Transport Planning projects and proposals, providing both technical and commercial inputs.
• Lead and manage tasks as part of a multi‑disciplinary team, collaborating with other WSP specialists to deliver projects from concept to delivery.
• Provide specific support in securing and delivering work for our diverse local client portfolio.
• Undertake Transport Statements, Transport Assessments, Environmental Statement Transport Chapters, Construction Traffic Management Plans and Travel Plans, and play a hands‑on role in client and local authority scoping discussions.
• Lead technical discussions around the accessibility of project / construction sites for a wide range of modes, articulating impacts and mitigations required to support planning approvals.
• Take a lead role on technical review and checking of deliverables within the team.
• Work in a collaborative client/consultant environment and represent our values when delivering work for clients.
• Make an active contribution to WSP’s four pillars (People; Clients & Growth; Operations; and Technical Excellence) and support our Leads in these roles.

• Experience in active travel, public transport, transport programme/scheme development and/or business case development.
• Experience developing transport‑focused strategies, plans and policies.
• Experience working with local authority and combined authority clients.
• Experience managing and coordinating all aspects of transport assessments and strategies for major or complex projects.
• Ability to manage and prioritise multiple projects and tasks to meet deadlines.
• Ability to deliver presentations and liaise with a variety of audiences - including colleagues, public sector officials, members of the public and other key stakeholders.
• Commercial acumen and the ability to manage tasks and support wider team management.

Work‑life balance:
Our hybrid working policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging:
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds, encouraging people to bring their authentic selves to work. We celebrate integrity and respect, promoting a culture of inclusion and belonging. Employee resource groups bring together employees and allies to promote an inclusive culture.

Health & Wellbeing:
Our Thrive programme supports health and wellbeing. Virtual GP service offers access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP. We provide reasonable workplace adjustments. Gymflex scheme offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships, and we have a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time: “WSP My Hour” allows you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with flexibility to make up time. We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement.

Development:
We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and chartership opportunities.

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.