Consultant - Transport Planning - Ireland

Consultant - Transport Planning - Ireland Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of nearly 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us Job Description Public transport in Ireland has never been so exciting! Bus and rail systems are being transformed through comprehensive service improvements and multi-billion euro infrastructure investments to reduce transport emissions, change how people travel and accommodate a rapidly growing economy and population. AECOM is at the forefront of planning for transportation change in Ireland. AECOM is committed to embedding sustainable development and resilience across our work. Working with us can help you leave your own Sustainable Legacies. We are looking for a transport planner at the Consultant level to join our Future Mobility team based in Dublin or Belfast. We offer flexible, hybrid work options for all employees through our Freedom to Grow philosophy, which supports employees in finding the balance and flexibility they need to do their best, deliver for clients and bring their whole selves to work. In this role, you will work with ambitious clients to develop plans, policies, and strategies to address climate change and economic, social, business, and operational objectives. You will work on plans such as the expansion of Dublin Airport, a new vision for the bus system in Northern Ireland, the business case for the upgrade and electrification of the Cork area suburban rail system, the implementation of bus network changes in Dublin and the introduction of mobility hubs throughout Ireland. Our clients in Ireland to whom we have provided consulting services for many years include Transport Infrastructure Ireland, National Transport Authority, Dublin Airport, Irish Rail and Translink. Current and recent projects include: Rail Freight Strategy and Development Programme Road Emissions Model and National Transport Model National Cycle Network Plan Cork Area Commuter Rail Project National Mobility Hubs Strategy and Business Case Dublin Airport masterplan and surface access planning (daa) Transport plans for various towns nationally including: Maynooth, Carlow and Killarney. Appraisal, modelling and business cases for the DART+ programme to upgrade Dublin’s heavy rail system and the BusConnects programme to transform Dublin’s bus system Planning for bus network route change implementation in Dublin Advice to Translink relating to bus depots Planning for the extension of Dublin’s light rail system (Luas) AECOM is recruiting for a transport planner to join our Transport Planning and Economics Team in Ireland. We are looking to enhance and grow our team with individuals with a sound technical background that share our enthusiasm and determination to support our expanding workload. As a Consultant within the Transport Planning and Economics Team you will: Work collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams Support the production of high-quality project deliverables Undertake primary research and analysis as part of larger projects Support business development through preparation of tender responses Engage in continuous sector specific learning and development. Minimum Requirements We welcome all applicants with a keen interest in transport and the behaviours and skills to deliver for our team. These are the requirements we consider to be essential to the role: One to two years experience in transport or land use planning or in a related discipline and interested in developing a career as a transport planner Numeracy and reporting skills including data collection and analysis skills and the ability to communicate the results of our work to different audiences An interest in public policy Keen to work as part of a team and to develop and progress career development Good time management and ability to work toward project completion for our clients. Qualifications Degree/Masters qualification in a relevant transport planning area such as engineering, geography, mathematics, economics, spatial planning, from an accredited college or university Working towards or interested in working towards chartered membership of a relevant chartered professional institution such as the Engineers Ireland/Institution of Civil Engineers, Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation, or the Transport Planning Society. The value of diversity and inclusion is readily apparent in creating a collaborative, supportive working environment and in delivering innovative, contextually appropriate projects. It is very important to both what we do and the way we do it. We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences. The important thing for us is that you can demonstrate that you can effectively fulfil the needs of the role. If you feel you can fulfil the requirements of the role, but there are other factors that are making you hesitant in applying, we would still like to hear from you and see if we can work together to overcome any challenges. Additional Information About AECOM AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. About AECOM AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM. Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr