AECOM
Technology Services Consultant - Transportation
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Technology Services Consultant
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Our national Technology Services team is seeking a Technology Services Consultant to deliver cutting-edge projects in Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), Connected and Automated Vehicles (CAV), Smart Cities, Mobility, and all forms of technology-led transport solutions. This role will engage with clients across the UK and internationally, offering strategic advisory services, technical research, design, and delivery.
We work closely with diverse clients in the transportation sector, including National Transport Authorities, Combined Authorities, Local Authorities, Contractors, and both private sector entities as well as internal AECOM businesses.
Recent & Current Projects
The team is currently engaged in:
- Innovative transport technology, including Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CAV), Cooperative ITS (C-ITS), Mobility as a Service (MaaS)
- Planning, design, and implementation of Smart Motorways schemes and performance assessments
- Development and delivery of next-generation mobility solutions such as connected vehicle testbeds and autonomous vehicle trials
- ITS strategy, action plans, and transformational programmes for transport authorities and national road operators
- Planning, designing, and implementing full ITS solutions, including traffic control centres, telecommunications networks, speed enforcement systems, and traffic management solutions
- Sustainable transport initiatives, such as EV charging infrastructure, renewable energy projects, and depot decarbonisation
- Providing technical leadership throughout the entire project lifecycle, from feasibility and design stages to performance monitoring
What You’ll Do as a Consultant
- Offer specialist technical consultancy and design services for ITS, CAV, Smart Cities, Mobility:
- Project bids and technical work across C-ITS and related fields
- Stay updated on emerging technologies and trends to develop new solutions through AI, predictability models, and latest ITS developments
- Conduct research, data analysis, and recommendation drafting tailored to clients and the future transport market
- Support requirements capture, system architecture design and development, including systems and services modelling
- Collaborate with AECOM colleagues and external partners to:
- Develop opportunities, bids, and projects
- Support strategic partner identification and industry engagement
- Elevate your and the company’s technical and business profile
- Act as an academic and industry thought leader, distilling complex incumbents into meaningful and accessible conclusions
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Benefits & Culture
You’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package customizable to fit your needs, including:
- Flexible hybrid working model (balance personal and professional life)
- Career development (e.g., AECOM University, technical practice networks)
- Volunteering opportunities (impact beyond client-focused work)
- Exposure to industry-leading technology and global issues in infrastructure and transport
- Seed funding from AECOM for your projects or research
AECOM champions an inclusive, forward-thinking workplace that celebrates diversity and advocates for all employees:
"At AECOM, we pride ourselves on flexibility, fairness, and pioneering a better future through ethical vision. Whether you’re a recent graduate or experienced professional, your unique talents will help drive the next generation of infrastructure, transport, and sustainability solutions."
About AECOM
AECOM is a Fortune 500 company, ranked among the world’s top infrastructure consulting firms. As a global provider of engineering, design, and technical solutions, we collaborate with public and private sector clients, innovation partners, and end-users to tackle tomorrow’s biggest challenges:
- Transportation Solutions – 伊斯坦堡 Transport dynamics, Smart Cities, CAV and Evolved Visions
- Engineering & Environmental Stewardship – czerwca7 Awardees of Mobility Eternal, reflecting goals of fostering community engagement.
- Culture & Commitment – enterprises focus on equity, diversity, social responsibility (EDI) and sustainable legacies.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will be ambient status as credited fostering engagement in substantive roles and exploring trustworthy partnerships globally. In AECOM, we embrace innovation and equality, rewarding both expertise and individual backgrounds.
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Requirements
Essential Qualifications
- Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Electrical/Telecommunications Engineering, or Related IT Fields – or equivalent work experience
- Experience in technical transport, IT-related fields, Intelligent Transport Solutions, Connected Mobility, C-ITS, or AI-driven algorithms
- A strong academic record or industry reputation, complemented by:
- Research skills (e.g., formal studies in ITS, autonomous transport systems, IoT-driven models, etc.)
- Programming proficiency/experience (Python, R, SignalK, or simulation for mobility/transport simulation)
- Understanding of transport technology landscapes (global trends, challenges, and emerging demand profiles)
- Research: Explore emerging transportation modalities** and integrate innovative methodologies.
Additional Considerations
Holy data humidity orders or source— recap into this: Disability representation, applicants with disabilities, can apply through the AECOM Disability Confident scheme via pre-application offers:
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Location:
- Birmingham, UK Colmore Plaza
Reporting Structure:
- Part of AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited, Transportation Services Team.
Please submit your application for a Tech Immersion Programme or CV inquiry referral via [AECOM Careers Portal].
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