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Associate Director - Development Transport Planning

AECOMBirmingham
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or related field. Membership in a professional body such as the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT) or Transport Planning Society (TPS). Extensive experience in Development Planning with a proven track record in securing work and growing teams. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster strong relationships with clients and colleagues. Demonstrated capability to manage complex projects and deliver strong financial performance. Established profile and relationships in the West Midlands Development Market. In-depth knowledge of transport planning principles, policies, and regulations within the UK and Ireland. Broad knowledge and awareness of various transport disciplines.

About the job

Join Our Team

At AECOM, our Transport Development Planning and Management Team is at the forefront of delivering innovative projects across the UK and internationally. Engaging in diverse sectors, we are proud to support developments in housebuilding, including visionary planning approvals like the Langarth Garden Village. We collaborate with major organizations such as Jaguar Land Rover, various Universities, and NHS Trusts to enhance their Estates. Our extensive portfolio includes urban regeneration projects like Liverpool Street Station, Cardiff Central Square, and Kings Quarter in Gloucester. For the public sector, we assist numerous Highways Authorities in Development Management and Local Plan preparation. We encourage our staff to broaden their knowledge and experience by working across different sectors.

AECOM provides a comprehensive array of services within the Built Environment, promoting collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to unlock significant value for our clients. Our deep expertise enables us to manage complex projects and deliver impactful outcomes. We are also leading the transport work for several Solar Energy Development Consent Orders (DCOs) in the UK, with many more in progress. Alongside our Buildings and Places colleagues, we offer multidisciplinary services for development clients such as Homes England.

Your Role

Are you ready to push the limits of what's possible?

We are looking for a driven individual to join our well-established Development Planning and Management Team in Birmingham as an Associate Director. Your primary focus will be to lead growth in the West Midlands private sector market, bringing in new projects that enhance connectivity, sustainability, and overall quality of life.

About You

We seek a client-focused Associate Director who can significantly contribute to driving growth in the West Midlands area. You will be part of a high-performing team of Development Planners with a stable workload. This role represents a significant investment in an individual capable of expanding our client base and driving revenue growth. Ideally, you will have a proven track record in business development and team management, taking the lead on project delivery, managing client and stakeholder relationships, coordinating teams, ensuring quality, and achieving outstanding results.

The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated professional, well-connected within the West Midlands development market, and eager to take a lead role in client engagement while managing dynamic teams focused on delivering high-quality outcomes.

About AECOM

Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we are dedicated to delivering a better world. From enhancing your daily commute to providing access to clean water and transforming skylines, our projects empower communities to thrive. As a trusted global infrastructure consulting firm, we partner with clients to address complex challenges and create lasting legacies for future generations. With rising infrastructure investments around the globe, there has never been a better time to join AECOM. We encourage you to bring your bold ideas and ambitions and become part of a diverse team of over 50,000 professionals—from planners and designers to engineers and scientists—working together to create a positive impact worldwide. We are united by our common mission to deliver a better world. Join us on this journey.

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