Associate, Rail Consultancy

at  SYSTRA

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Around the world, SYSTRA’s specialists plan, design, integrate, test, commission, project manage and deliver mass transit and mobility solutions that are relied on by more than 50 million people every day.
For more than 60 years, the Group has been committed to helping cities and regions contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their transport infrastructure with sustainability, accessibility and innovation at the heart of our designs. With over 10,300 colleagues globally and around 1000 in the UK & Ireland we are growing significantly and seeking out the very best talent to join the SYSTRA signature team and be part of leading the way in infrastructure design.
Context:
Are you an experienced and passionate Rail Transport Planning Consultant? If so, we want to hear from you as we continue to grow our Rail Consultancy Team in Ireland with an opportunity at Principal to Associate Director level, the role will be pivotal in the delivery of exciting recent project wins and an ever growing pipeline. This is a key role for an experienced rail economist or planner to guide our clients at feasibility stages of key strategic change projects for the rail infrastructure industry in Ireland. The role is ideally Dublin based and benefits from the flexibility of hybrid working.
Missions/Main Duties:
The successful candidate will be an experienced rail economist, planner or similar with a proven track record in undertaking cost benefit appraisal (CBA), producing business cases for rail and transport improvement projects and supporting the early stage development of this type of investment. They will have expertise in the use of the Irish Department of Transport’s TAF framework.
They will support the development and growth of our key markets in Ireland by leading and undertaking CBA and Business Case work for clients such as Irish Rail and the National Transport Authority. This will involve working closely with our team in Ireland and the UK to deliver high-quality strategy and business case work for clients, leading the team on specific tasks and projects where appropriate. They will also contribute to successful tenders for future work.
The role will involve significant levels of client interaction, working with client representatives to agree the scope of work and timelines for delivery, and liaising regularly work process.

Profile/Skills:

• A relevant degree (economics, maths, transport economics, etc).
• Membership of a relevant professional institution (desirable).
• Expertise in railway and transport planning and economics
• Expertise in using and applying the Irish Department of Transport’s Transport Appraisal Framework (TAF).
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality project work
• Ability to contribute to successful tenders for work
• Highly numerate and competent in the use of Microsoft Excel
• Appreciation of Rail operations principles and application
• Appreciation of the type of engineering work conducted during the early stages of rail enhancement projects
• Team leadership and line management experience

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Why SYSTRA?
Our three core values: Excellence, Connected Teams and Bold Leadership are kept at the heart of everything we do. We strive for the highest levels of technical excellence, achieving the best results through teamwork, both locally and internationally, and reward innovative thinking through encouraging all colleagues to think as leaders. We offer clear and well supported pathways for career development and qualification attainment, a competitive remuneration package including a bonus and private healthcare, an electric car scheme and a broad suite of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle.

WELLBEING

It’s no surprise that people do their best work when they feel physically and mentally supported. Our SYSTRA Wellness Programme offers a wide range of support; from Wellness champions, to free health checks, healthy eating workshops and regular seminars, alongside access to a wide range of external support. We offer two paid days for charity work and an ever-growing social calendar.
Apply and find out more about how Systra can support you in your career journey. If you require any adjustments or financial assistance to support you in your application or interview process please email:
reasonableadjustments@systra.com where your request will be treated confidentially and with respect. We pledge to offer an interview to any candidates with a disability who apply for a role and meet the minimum criteria.
As we are always looking to expand our team, we would still be interested in hearing from you if you fulfil most, but not all, of the relevant criteria for the role – you could still be just what we are looking for

Please refer the Job description for details