Transport Modeller

Transport Modeller Overview

You will join Arup’s Transport Consulting team, working in a collaborative and creative setting that sits at the centre of the organisation’s transport planning and modelling capability. The wider transport planning business operates across the UK and internationally, and the team works closely with multidisciplinary colleagues and the global transport modelling community within Arup. The work supports a broad mix of complex, high-profile transport projects that contribute to more sustainable and resilient transport networks.

This opportunity is for an experienced and ambitious transport modeller who wants to take on challenging schemes and use data, models, and modern analytical methods to solve real-world transport problems. The position offers the chance to work across the full modelling lifecycle, from early data analysis and model development through to forecasting, scenario testing, scheme assessment, reporting, visualisation, and client-facing work. You will collaborate with senior modellers and project managers, contribute to both project delivery and bids, and help shape strategic transport models that inform important decisions. The role also offers opportunities to support work elsewhere in the UK and, when needed, internationally.

The position is well suited to someone who wants to strengthen strategic modelling expertise, broaden their technical toolkit, and continue building a career in a supportive team environment. Arup emphasises individuality, shared values, and collaboration, and the role is intended for someone who enjoys working with both data and people while contributing to socially useful work with meaningful impact.

What you will do

• Build and develop strategic transport models that support planning, forecasting, and scheme assessment work.
• Use data, modelling techniques, and innovative approaches to help solve complex transport issues on high-profile projects.
• Forecast future transport conditions and test different mitigation or intervention scenarios to understand likely outcomes.
• Assess proposed schemes by using modelling evidence to evaluate impacts and support decision-making.
• Work through the complete modelling process, including data analysis, model development, reporting, visualisation, and communication with clients.
• Support project and bid work by contributing modelling expertise and technical input.
• Partner with senior transport modellers and project managers to deliver work effectively.
• Collaborate with colleagues across different disciplines and locations, including support for projects elsewhere in the UK and internationally where required.
• Prepare clear technical notes and reports that present findings to a high standard.

What you will bring

• Experience in transport modelling, ideally covering highways, public transport, and/or multimodal models.
• Practical experience using one or more of the following tools: VISUM, SATURN, CUBE, or MATSim.
• Experience with model development, calibration, and validation.
• Understanding of TAG requirements, forecasting, and scenario testing.
• Strong data analysis skills and the ability to work confidently with modelling outputs.
• Ability to write reports and technical notes clearly and professionally, with strong presentation standards.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work both on your own and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A desire to continue developing strategic modelling capability and expand technical knowledge in a collaborative environment.
• Right to work in the UK for the full duration of employment, with proof of immigration status required if an offer is made.

Reward and benefits

• Competitive, fair, and equitable pay.
• Profit share linked to the success of the organisation.
• Private medical insurance.
• Life assurance.
• Accident insurance.
• Income protection cover.
• Flexible benefits that can be adapted to suit your wellbeing and personal circumstances.
• A career environment designed to help people belong, grow, and thrive.
• Access to learning opportunities and development support.
• The chance to contribute to ambitious projects that deliver meaningful outcomes for clients and communities.

Culture and inclusion

Arup describes itself as an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Applications are welcomed from people of all backgrounds, including different ages within legal limits, gender identities and expressions, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and pregnancy or family leave status. The organisation says its inclusive culture is supported by internal networks covering race and cross-cultural working, gender equity, LGBTQ+ inclusion, and disability inclusion.

The company also says it is committed to making recruitment and the workplace accessible. Candidates who need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, or to carry out the essential duties of the role, are encouraged to contact the named recruiter for support.

How to apply

Applications should be submitted through Arup’s careers site. If you have questions before applying, you can contact the named recruiter by email, but you should not send your CV directly to that address because of GDPR requirements. The page also notes that the recruitment process information is available on Arup’s careers website. The closing date shown is 15 July 2026, although the role may close earlier if a large number of applications are received, so early application is encouraged.

The page also includes a reminder about online safety and states that Arup will never ask for bank details during recruitment. It further notes that recruitment agencies should only contact the company through its preferred supplier list and that unsolicited CVs or candidate introductions from non-listed agencies will not be acknowledged.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK when they apply and for the full period of employment, and any offer is conditional on satisfactory proof of immigration status.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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