Steer Birmingham, England, United KingdomSteer Birmingham, England, United Kingdom1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicantsAbout Steer

Steer is a global consultancy specialising in the critical services and infrastructure that make our world work.About Steer

Steer is a global consultancy specialising in the critical services and infrastructure that make our world work.

Our interdisciplinary teams combine deep industry experience and real-world insights with strategic excellence, commercial acumen, and technical expertise. Leveraging the most advanced technology and data science. We''re trusted to deliver powerful solutions that make a measurable difference - to our clients, the communities we work in and the world we share.

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The Transport Policy and Solutions team

We are looking for a motivated problem-solver and collaborative professional to fill our Senior / Principal Transport Planner position with our Transport Policy and Solutions team. You''ll be working on exciting projects that make a real impact.

Our Transport Policy and Solutions team is at the heart of everything we do at Steer. We research, plan, deliver and evaluate initiatives which are designed to make best use of the existing transport network in order to support carbon reduction, air quality, road safety and quality of life objectives.

We help governments, industry leaders, and communities develop vision-led policies and integrated strategies that drive sustainable growth, inclusive communities, and more resilient and safer networks. Our expertise spans transport, mobility, economic development, spatial planning, digitisation, and decarbonisation, helping ensure that policy decisions are future-proof and impactful.

With shifting political, economic, and environmental pressures, long-term planning has never been more challenging. We work in partnership with agencies at all scales of government and their delivery partners, to navigate complexity, pioneering pragmatic, evidence-based solutions that embrace uncertainty rather than fear it.

Our team of planners and strategists balances creativity with real-world practicality, developing policies that respond to local needs, support economic growth, and improve quality of life. We engage communities, stakeholders, and decision-makers, building consensus and making the case for change with trusted, expert advice.

Requirements

Senior Consultant (SC)

Main Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Maintain client relationships and build brand awarenessDevelop proposals as a key member of the teamProvide timely constructive feedback to othersDeliver technical work to a high standard and efficiencyTake personal responsibility for career and delivery of project and proposal workShare knowledge across teams and seek opportunities to collaborate with colleaguesWorking in teams, supporting the provision of technical, analytical, strategic and policy advice to clientsUndertaking technical analysis, report writing and deliver presentationsManaging small to medium size projects or major workstreamsSupporting business development in the UK and overseasCoaching and developing junior members of the teamContributing to technical discipline development activities

Requirements:

Experience of working on projects such as Local Transport Plans and Transport StrategiesAbility to develop own knowledge, skills, and abilities, along with those of othersEffective communication and project team resourcing skillsAbility to manage projects to meet client and budget expectationsOpenness to change and leveraging technology to solve problemsAbility to manage multiple deadlines and parallel tasksAbility to act with autonomy and credibilityStrong analytical skills, including the use of spreadsheet modelling and other tools to analyse and solve problems, proven in a consultancy or client environmentStrong written and verbal communication skills, coupled with the confidence to explain technical details clearly to non-technical audiencesGood team player, able to work collaboratively with colleagues in other disciplines to provide the best solution for the client

Principal Consultant (PC)

Main Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Take key roles in proposal development and actively manage client relationshipsDevelop new relationships through profile raising and other business development activitiesIdentify where Steer''s offer/skills need to be refined to face client needs more effectivelyPlay a leadership role in teams and projects to deliver effective performanceManage projects to target commercial outcomes that deliver for clients.Lead on report writing and presentations, coordinating technical input from othersLeading work streams within projects with supervision, ensuring that best practice techniques are applied consistentlyManage, supervise, coach and act as a role model for more junior members of the teamBroaden and develop your own expertise and skill set to align with the needs of our clients

Requirements:

Experience of managing projects such as Local Transport Plans and Transport StrategiesLeadership and mentoring skillsEffective decision-making and conflict resolution abilitiesProven track record in clear and effective written and oral communication, including presenting to senior industry leadersSolid analytical and technical skills in policy and strategy developmentExperience developing client relationships or working client-sideAbility to work collaboratively in high-performing teamsAbility to manage projects to meet client and budget expectationsOpenness to change and leveraging technology to solve problemsAbility to manage multiple deadlines and parallel tasksAbility to act with autonomy and credibilityGood team player, able to work collaboratively with colleagues in other disciplines to provide the best solution for the client

We know that not everyone is a perfect match on paper, so if you think the role is right for you, go ahead and apply.

Benefits

We believe in empowering our people and giving them the opportunities to shine. As an employee-owned company means that our team are dedicated and passionate about what they do, and that''s the reason why we are at the forefront of our industry.

Steer is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all candidates regardless of race, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, Veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Any other human expressions and experiences not mentioned here are equally welcome. If you require an accommodation, now or throughout your employment, please let us know.

We offer a competitive benefits package including:

private medical insurance and health screeninglife assurance and group income protectioncompany pension schemeEAP and mental health first aiders25 days annual leave and ability to buy and sell annual leave days,Season Ticket Loan/ Cycle to Work,a group Share Incentive Plan,up to 5 days for volunteering activitiesa discretionary bonus scheme based on annual compensation (dependent upon individual and company performance)

Ready to apply? Just complete our brief online application form and attach your CV and covering letter.

Closing date for applications:

31st May 2025Seniority level

Seniority level Mid-Senior levelEmployment type

Employment type Full-timeJob function

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