Senior ITS Consultant - Military veterans preferred

United Kingdom - West Midlands, Birmingham

Job Summary

Our successful technology team is growing and we are seeking a Senior Consultant Intelligent Transport Systems to join the team in our Birmingham office. This post would suit a proactive, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual looking to advance their career in a dynamic and forward thinking field, applying the latest developments in technology and ICT to solving transport challenges. A keen desire to apply technology in the transport domain will be key to being a success in this post.

AECOM’s Technology team has an established track record of successfully delivering major ITS schemes to clients across the UK and internationally. The Birmingham team works a variety of projects, providing strategic advice and concept, preliminary and detailed design services for a wide range of traffic and public transport schemes. The team also supports other AECOM business lines where their projects include a technology element.

We are looking to grow the technology team with individuals who have an enthusiasm for technology and are able to work in projects that deliver effective and innovative solutions for our clients.

The chosen candidate will be expected to:

• Project Manage AECOM commissions developing Intelligent Transport Solutions for clients.

• Review current and emerging technologies with a view to deploying them to solve real world problems for clients.

• Undertake problem analysis and prepare solution options.Undertake feasibility and detailed design tasks.

• Check that the quality of technical deliverables is in line with the client’s brief and AECOM’s quality procedures.

• Attend meetings and engage with clients at various locations across the UK.

• Support the drafting of tender documents for clients and participate in tender evaluation.

• Support in writing fee proposal and bids.

Minimum Requirements

The candidate should have:

• An Engineering degree (or equivalent) in Electrical, Electronic and Systems, Computing or in a related science or technical discipline.

• Experience of working in technology related projects, providing an understanding of ICT, networking, telecommunications or similar that can be applied to transport.

• Good communication (verbal and writing) skills.

• A commitment to Health and Safety in an office environment and on project sites.

• A willingness to occasionally work away from home for short periods in the UK and overseas.

Preferred Qualifications

• The candidate is likely to be working towards an appropriate professional status with membership of a relevant professional institution. Support will be provided to help the candidate achieve this.

Your benefits will include:

Helping our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance is important to us. If you join AECOM, as well as receiving a competitive salary, you’ll also have the opportunity to explore flexible working arrangements. Core benefits include 25 days annual leave, company pension scheme, private medical insurance, life assurance and one paid annual professional institution membership fee. You can also choose from a wide range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.

You’ll also be able to give back to communities with up to two paid CSR days each year. Through our charity, The AECOM Foundation, you can volunteer to support children in developing countries. And if you’re a member of the Reserve Forces you’ll receive an additional 15 days paid leave for training commitments.

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What We Offer

When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is

pioneering the future . Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions

inclusion, diversity and overall

employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our

core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only

delivering a better world , but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

Job Category Engineering - Transportation

Business Line Transportation

Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)

Country United Kingdom

Position Status Full-Time

Requisition/Vacancy No. 212868BR

Clearance Required No

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.