Transport Director

Description:

Pegasus Group is seeking a new Director for our Birmingham Transport Planning Team. This is a post suitable for an existing Associate or Technical Director or a Director who is looking to advance their career in both technical expertise and business development in the development planning sector. If you excel in a dynamic, collaborative setting and want to be involved in a fast growing Area of Expertise, we encourage you to apply.

About The Role

As a Director, you will work closely with the Senior Director. Your responsibilities will include leading and shaping the transport planning team and steering business strategy both locally and regionally. You’ll be a work generator and will oversee daily project management tasks, such as preparing fee proposals and bids and drawing on your technical knowledge and experience. The position also involves managing junior staff members, reviewing technical work, and ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality results, especially on complex projects. You’ll engage with multi-disciplinary teams inside and outside Pegasus and also engage directly with clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders. Moreover, you’ll play a role in broader industry activities, representing the company and seeking out new business opportunities.

What Are We Looking For
 

• Professional qualifications (e.g. Transport Planning Professional TPP or Chartered Engineer CEng) desirable but not essential.
• Anticipated 10 to 15 years’ experience in the industry with a proven track record.
• Extensive transport planning knowledge of Transportation Assessment work and other related activities, with appeal experience an advantage.
• A good network of client contacts and a wider network in the built environment sector.
• A team player with good interpersonal skills, sound project, financial and staff management and leadership skills.
• A demonstrable ability to work autonomously and independently with a strong ability to innovate and use your own initiative and build business.
• Capable of managing a wide and complex workload.
• Full driving licence and access to a car.