Responsibilities

WSP'S FUTURE OF MOBILITY TEAM

We are looking for an enthusiastic and inquisitive individual to join the WSP Future of Mobility team and support our public and private sector clients. Within Future of Mobility we work across a range of areas:

Zero emission mobility, helping clients switch to electric and alternative fuelled vehicles, and more broadly supporting sustainability goals and the transition to a decarbonised transport system.
New modes and services, supporting clients to harness new technologies and business models in transport – from e-scooters and demand responsive transport, to cargo bikes and Mobility as a Service.
Accessibility and inclusion, working to make transport more accessible for all by taking a human centred approach.
Policy and futures, using a range of techniques to horizon scan and built future mobility into new policies and strategies.

As a member of our team, you'll have a chance to develop across a range of subjects and skill areas. Our projects cover problem identification, feasibility studies, policies and strategy, business case development, commercial and operating model analysis, research, and operational delivery support.

ASSISTANT CONSULTANT ROLE

Due to our expanding public and private sector workload, we are looking for an enthusiastic and inquisitive Assistant Consultant to join the WSP Future of Mobility team, which is part of our Transport Planning business. You will work alongside a virtual team of individuals within India and the UK.

As an Assistant Consultant you can expect to be active on several projects at any given time. Your work may cover a variety of areas of expertise. You will report to a senior member of our team with expected day-to-day tasks that include the following:

The typical responsibilities include the following:

Providing day-to-day support in the delivery of a range of projects, which may be across one, or more of the following areas:

Zero emission mobility, helping clients switch to electric, hydrogen and alternative fuelled vehicles.
New modes and services, supporting clients to harness new technologies, data and business models – from e scooters and demand responsive transport, to cargo bikes and Mobility as a Service.
Accessibility and inclusion, working to make services and systems more accessible for all by taking a human centred approach.
Policy and futures, using a range of analytical and futures techniques to horizon scan and embed future mobility into new policies and strategies.
Rural mobility, applying new approaches to deliver better outcomes for countryside and coastal residents and visitors

Supporting a broad range of projects, including budgeting, programming, analysis and technical excellence.
Supporting teams in the preparation of bids, fee proposals and project programmes.
Taking on official Bid Manager and Deputy Project Manager roles on projects, where feasible.
Making an active contribution to the team through sharing knowledge, taking part in discussions and contributing to team events.
Working as part of a team, supporting the growth of the Future Mobility offer in your office and with the UK Team.

Working closely with our Associate and Directors, and supporting the professional development of our junior staff, you will be an important member of our Future of Mobility team. The role presents an excellent opportunity to progress your career and expand your professional horizons.

WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU

We would love to hear from you if you can demonstrate you are:

Enthusiastic and curious about shaping better systems, services and outcomes, including (but not limited to) mobility
Analytically minded, with experience using quantitative or structured problem solving approaches to understand complex, real world problems
Comfortable applying critical thinking to unfamiliar subject areas and developing evidence based insights
Interested in how technology, policy, economics, geography and human behaviour interact to shape outcomes
Comfortable developing bespoke approaches to support individual projects or solve specific challenges
Able to work across a range of subject areas concurrently and quickly context switch
Strong in report writing and communication, able to translate complex analysis into clear, compelling outputs
Responsive and agile — asking the right questions, adapting to changing priorities and raising risks early
Depending on your experience, confident in supporting or managing projects directly, including client facing work
Willing to work towards professional accreditation, where relevant

Qualifications

BGV:

Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (BGV) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India.
Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner.

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Transportation & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Earth & Environment, Power & Energy, Resources and Industry sectors, as well as offering strategic advisory services. Our talented people around the globe engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

With approximately 4,000 talented people across 3 locations (Noida, Bengaluru & Mumbai offices) in India and more than 73,000 globally, in 550 offices across 40 countries, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

At WSP we draw on the diverse skills and capabilities of our employees globally to compete for the most exciting and complex projects across the world and bring the same level of expertise to our local communities. We are proud to be an international collective of innovative thinkers who work on the most complex problems. Unified under one strong brand, we use our local expertise, international reach and global scale to prepare our cities and environments for the future, connect communities and help societies thrive in built and natural ecosystems. True to our guiding principles, our business is built on four cornerstones: Our People, Our Clients, Our Operational Excellence and Our Expertise.

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Passionate people doing purposeful and sustainable work that helps shape our communities and the future.
A collaborative team that thrives on challenges and unconventional thinking.
A network of experts channeling our curiosity into creating solutions for complex issues.

Inspired by diversity, driven by inclusion, we work with passion and purpose.

Working with Us

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

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Our people are our greatest asset, and we prioritize a safe work environment. Health, safety, and wellbeing are integral to our culture, with each of us accountable for fostering a safe workplace through our Making Health and Safety Personal initiative. Our Zero Harm Vision drives us to reduce risks through innovative solutions, earning recognition for our global health and safety practices with the prestigious RoSPA Health and Safety Awards for six consecutive years.

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WSP India is dedicated to fostering a sustainable and inclusive work environment where our greatest strength - Our People -feel valued, respected, and supported. We ensure an unbiased approach in hiring, promotion, and performance evaluation, regardless of age, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, physical ability, education, social status, or cultural background.

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Join our close-knit community of over 73,300 talented global professionals dedicated to making a positive impact. Together, we can make a difference in communities both near and far.

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Assistant Engineer - Future Mobility