Senior Transport Planner — CoE-UT

Role Overview:

The Center of Excellence for Urban Transport (CoE-UT) at CRDF is a hub for advancing research, policy, and advisory solutions in urban mobility. The Center addresses critical challenges in sustainable, equitable, and efficient transport systems across India. CoE-UT collaborates with governments, international agencies, and academic institutions to promote innovation, build capacity, and deliver impactful projects. 

The Senior Transport Planner will contribute to advancing research, advisory, and capacity-building activities in urban transport being undertaken by the Center of Excellence for Urban Transport (CoE-UT) at CRDF. The position involves technical project delivery, transport data management, and client engagement, along with business development and proposal writing. 

This role requires expertise in transport planning, data analytics/modeling, and project management to successfully deliver sustainable transport projects in Indian cities. The Senior Researcher is expected to lead project components, work with the CoE-UT team, coordinate on-ground data collection and analysis, and manage client liaising.

Responsibilities:

  •  Develop high-quality technical deliverables, including reports, presentations, and tools.
  •  Collaborate with the team on sustainable urban transport projects for local and state governments.
  •  Oversee the collection, management, and analysis of transport systems data.
  •  Act as a technical liaison with clients and city stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
  •  Ensure timely completion of project milestones in alignment with agreed standards.
  •  Facilitate knowledge sharing within CEPT University.

Qualifications and Experience:

  •   Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering/ planning or related fields and Master’s degree in Transport Planning/Engineering.
  •   5 - 8 years of work experience in sustainable transport planning, including e-mobility/ metro feasibility and detailed project reports/city bus planning and operations/ city logistics plan. Demonstrated expertise in database management, data analytics, and technical project delivery, is      desirable
  •   Prior experience in a Project Management Unit (PMU) environment is advantageous.

Attributes and Skills:

  •  Proficiency in English, and Hindi.
  •  Strong written communication and client liaising skills.
  •  Transport modelling experience and skills including in Discrete Choice Analysis
  •  Advanced analytical skills with experience in tools like VBA, Python, or R/ proficiency in data visualisation software, such as Power BI or Tableau, is desirable

Outcomes:

  •  Successful completion of sustainable transport projects that meet technical and financial benchmarks.
  •  Enhanced stakeholder satisfaction through effective technical engagement and deliverables.
  •  Contribution to the development of innovative tools and analytics supporting urban transport initiatives.

Accountable to: Center Head, CoE-UT / Deputy Center Head, CoE-UT

Direct Reports: Research Associates, External Clients

Key Stakeholders: Accountant, CRDF, CRDF Head Office Team, Other Center members

Experience: Minimum seven years of work experience on sustainable transport planning project/s including e-mobility project/s.

No. of positions: 1

Location:

  •  Ahmedabad/On-site

Remuneration: As per industry standards

 

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