
Lead/Principal Transport Economist
AtkinsRéalisSummary
AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Lead/Principal Transport Economist with 10-15 years of experience in Transport Appraisal software (TUBA, COBALT, AMAT, WITA) and economic concepts. The role requires strong analytical abilities, proficiency in MS Excel, and programming skills in Python, PowerBI, Excel-VBA, and R. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, adaptable, and able to write quality technical reports and lead smaller teams. Knowledge of UK regional economic guidance and GIS/database tools is a plus. Benefits include comprehensive insurance, flexible work options, and a discretionary bonus.
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Details
- Experience Required
- 10+ years
- Posted
- ~Jul 3, 2026
- Bonus
- Yes
Description
Job Description
Overview
AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s leading consultancies operating in the built and natural environment. You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. We offer unparalleled opportunities for talented individuals in search of a rewarding career both in India and around the world. And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.
Your role
- Appropriate academic and professional qualifications (Bachelor’s Degree with Master’s degree in transport economics)
- Working experience (10 to 15 years) in Transport Appraisal software like TUBA, COBALT, AMAT, WITA and other bespoke spreadsheet assessments.
- Experience and knowledge of Transport Economic concepts and guidance.
- Knowledge of the technical transport planning environment.
- Strong numerate and analytical abilities, including a high degree of competence in MS Excel.
- Experience in programming skills like Python, PowerBI, Excel-VBA and R.
- Able to write a quality technical report.
- Ability to work in a team as part of a wider project.
- Good written communication skills.
- Be able to work individually.
- Be able to delegate the tasks.
About you
- Be highly self-motivated and ambitious.
- Be able to adapt to different cultures and working environments to build rapport with customers.
- Be able to build excellent working relationships with colleagues and clients.
- Knowledge and experience of UK regional economic and business case guidance and approaches
- Experience in the use of analytical and research tools such as GIS and the use of databases
- An appreciation of the transport industry and related policy context
- Professional membership of a relevant institution.
- Experience in leading smaller teams as part of a project delivery
- Experience in handling task management
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.
This includes:
- Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
- Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
- Generous annual leave balance.
- Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
- Remote work opportunities outside of country.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Relocation assistance.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
- Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make. Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 4–10 years of relevant experience bachelor’s degree in engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
- A master’s degree in project management or equivalent is a plus.
- Chartered status / Professional certifications (e.g., MAPM, Prince 2 practitioner, PMP, MRICS) is an added advantage.
About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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RegularAt AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.
