Principal / Associate Carbon Management Consultant (Transport)

Overview

Principal / Associate Carbon Management Consultant (Transport)We are seeking a Principal / Associate Transport Carbon Management Consultant who can be based out of any of our UK offices.You will be Responsible For

Leading carbon inputs to design and business cases for transport infrastructure projectsScoping and coordinating the delivery of best practice in carbon assessment and managementLeading complex, innovative projects for high-profile clients, including development of new carbon assessment methodologies, governance and toolsSupporting staff with technical development and upskilling, including technical leadership and assurance of project deliverablesManaging development of fee proposals to clients, including coordinating and preparing technical and commercial responsesSupporting our dedicated Transport Net Zero leadership team in activities such as continual improvement and business developmentBuilding a collaborative, ‘carbon conscious’ culture across the wider Mobility team, and acting as a champion for embedment of best practice carbon management across the businessYour Qualifications

Strong technical background in carbon assessment and PAS 2080-aligned carbon management skills, with an aptitude for technical work that can be applied in new and innovative areasWillingness to broaden experience or deepen specialist skills in line with career aspirationsExperience in carbon assessment and management of transport infrastructure, including familiarity with PAS 2080Experience in technical leadership of projects, with an associated client facing roleAn understanding of the principles of Net Zero in a transport contextIdeally, experience using traffic model outputs to quantify user emissions and Bills of Quantities to quantify infrastructure carbonConfidence in working in complex project teams (often cross-discipline) and ability to upskill staff on best practices in carbon reductionGood written and verbal communication skillsAbility to translate complex information into concise, plain-language summariesA deep interest and passion for delivering Net ZeroAbout Our Team

Our Transport Net Zero team are a group of carbon specialists that work as part of our wider Mobility Discipline. This team guides clients and colleagues through transport decarbonisation and embeds carbon thinking at the heart of transport planning services. The team delivers decarbonisation services including carbon assessment and management for transport infrastructure projects; quantification and assessment of carbon to inform transport strategies and plans; development of carbon management policies and advice for local transport authorities; authoring government guidance and development of industry best practice.Since its inception three years ago, the Transport Net Zero team has been at the forefront of change in the industry, including authoring the Department for Transport’s Quantifiable Carbon Reduction guidance; working with Sub-National Transport Bodies to develop baseline emissions models and supporting regional decarbonisation strategies; advising local authorities on transport decarbonisation solutions; and developing carbon management policies for major transport programmes.As the largest supplier of professional services to local government, we influence change across the industry through client engagement and upskilling our wider Mobility team. We also invest in RandD to innovate and grow our decarbonisation and climate resilience offerings. Joining the team at this critical time presents a great opportunity to influence transport policies and contribute to national decarbonisation efforts.What We Look For You To Demonstrate

Experience in carbon assessment and management of transport infrastructure, including familiarity with PAS 2080Experience in technical leadership of projects, with an associated client facing roleAn understanding of the principles of Net Zero in a transport contextExperience using traffic model outputs to quantify user emissions and Bills of Quantities to quantify infrastructure carbon (ideally)Confidence in working in complex project teams (often cross-discipline) and ability to upskill staff on best practices in carbon reductionGood written and verbal communication skillsAbility to translate complex information into concise, plain-language summariesA deep interest and passion for delivering Net ZeroWhat’s In It For You

Work-life balance with hybrid working policy: flexibility to work from home two days a week and collaboration in modern offices across the UKInclusivity and Belonging: varied backgrounds and experiences welcomed; employee resources and a culture of inclusionHealth and Wellbeing: Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, gym benefits, and menopause supportFlex your time: WSP My Hour, part-time and flexible working arrangements, ability to purchase additional leave, and flexible use of bank holidaysYour development: training, mentoring, and opportunities toward ChartershipEEO Statement : We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria and provide workplace adjustments as needed.Bradford, England, United ..... full job details .....