Senior Transport Planner

Thomas & Adamson; Dublin; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in infrastructure planning in Dublin seeks a Senior Transport Planner / Economist to deliver innovative solutions on prestigious projects. The role involves expertise in traffic analysis, transport planning, and collaboration with engineers and policymakers. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and significant experience in transport planning.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of experience in transport planning for large-scale infrastructure.
• Chartered or professional accreditation desirable, but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Conducting traffic forecasting and transport data analysis.
• Designing transportation infrastructure like roads and bike lanes.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for project delivery.

Skills

Traffic forecasting

Transport data analysis

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in Transportation Engineering, Planning

Tools

Transport modelling and analysis tools

Job description

About Us

We are proud to take an active part in shaping Ireland’s future. Our goal is to work with the government, clients, and communities to plan, build, and sustain infrastructure that will enhance the Irish way of life.

The Egis team has been active in Ireland since 1984, evolving into a company that offers end-to-end services including planning, designing, and operating smart cities, active travel systems, water and energy infrastructure, buildings, and structures.

In 2023, JB Barry and Partners joined Egis, expanding our award-winning team to nearly 600 members across 16 offices nationwide. Our team includes designers, engineers, surveyors, project managers, technologists, geo-technical and environmental specialists, asset and maintenance managers, and quantity surveyors, all working together.

We partner with public sector clients and private companies both domestically and internationally. We are committed to supporting the government in achieving their climate, infrastructural, and societal goals as part of Project Ireland 2040.

Our key areas of expertise include:

• Rail & Urban transit
• Active travel
• Roads and bridges
• Water & Wastewater
• Smart cities
• Energy
• Consulting and Operations

About the Role

We are offering a great opportunity for an enthusiastic, dedicated, and ambitious Senior Transport Planner / Economist to join our Transport team. You will contribute significantly to delivering safe, high-quality, sustainable, and innovative solutions for our clients.

The successful candidate will work on various infrastructure projects across multiple markets, including some of Ireland’s most prestigious projects. You will play a leading role in project appraisal within multidisciplinary design teams and will be responsible for the delivery and quality of MCA elements.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Proficiency in traffic forecasting and analysis using advanced methodologies.
• Conducting detailed transport data analysis to inform planning and decision-making.
• Researching and analyzing transportation challenges and opportunities, developing transportation plans and policies, and evaluating project impacts.
• Designing transportation infrastructure such as roads, railways, and bike lanes.
• Collaborating with engineers, urban planners, and policymakers to integrate transportation solutions with land use planning for sustainable development.
• Providing technical oversight and reviewing work of junior team members.
• Using transport modelling and analysis tools (advantageous).
• Analyzing complex data sets to develop innovative solutions and improve processes.
• Preparing reports and presentations for stakeholders.
• Maintaining clear communication with team members and clients to ensure successful project delivery.
• Mentoring and guiding staff to foster professional growth.

What We Need From You

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Transportation Engineering, Planning, or a related field.

• 5 to 10 years of experience in transport planning for large-scale infrastructure and local authority schemes.

• Chartered or professional accreditation is desirable but not mandatory.