Associate Director – Development Transport Planning

Overview

Join AECOM’s Birmingham team as an Associate Director to drive growth in the West Midlands private sector. You will lead client engagements, shape multidisciplinary transport planning solutions, and guide project delivery across a wide range of developments. The role combines business development, team leadership, and high‑impact project delivery within a collaborative, influential environment. You’ll work closely with cross‑functional teams to secure opportunities and deliver sustainable, high‑quality outcomes for major clients.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working model
• career development opportunities
• AECOM University
• volunteering days
• well-being programs
• personalised benefits

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with key clients and stakeholders, offering strategic, innovative planning advice
• Lead bid preparation and secure new business opportunities aligned with strategic priorities
• Oversee delivery of complex transport planning projects, ensuring budget, quality, and timelines
• Mentor and develop a high-performing team of transport planners and consultants
• Drive team performance through client relations, project management, and revenue growth
• Promote collaboration and inclusion, fostering a culture of continuous improvement

Key requirements

• Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or related field
• Membership in CIHT or TPS
• Extensive Development Planning experience with a proven track record in winning work and growing teams
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and deliver strong financial performance
• Established profile and relationships in the West Midlands development market
• Knowledge of UK&I transport planning principles, policies, and regulations
• Knowledge of transport modelling (strategic and local) and transport economics
• Collaborative mindset with design teams in scheme development
• Proficiency in commonly used transport planning tools and software

• client-focused
• leadership
• negotiation
• transport planning tools and software
• transport modelling (strategic and local)
• transport economics

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