Senior / Principal Consultant (Transport Policy Monitoring and Evaluation)

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WSP in the UK and Ireland .What you’ll doDeliver multi-discipline monitoring and evaluation projects, including assessing evaluability, scoping and designing monitoring and evaluation frameworks, and evaluating local and national transport policies.Provide expert monitoring and evaluation advice to help clients deliver objectives and optimise benefits.Collaborate with specialists across WSP to bring in the skills needed to meet project needs.Contribute to the growth of the Monitoring and Evaluation capability team to support delivery against its ambitions.What we will be looking for you to demonstrateProven technical capability in the design and execution of monitoring and evaluation frameworks for policies, programmes, or projects, including the design of impact and process evaluations.Understanding and experience applying different evaluation methods, including quasi-experimental and theory-based approaches.Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills with experience delivering robust mixed-method analyses.Experience applying government guidance on monitoring and evaluation (e.g., HM Treasury Magenta/Green Books, or DfT Transport Appraisal Guidance).Ability to foster successful collaborations and communicate technical evaluation insights to diverse audiences to gain engagement and buy-in.A passion for evidence-informed decision-making and robust evidence.Proven track record of working collaboratively with government, research, and commercial partners.About the roleWSP’s Intelligent Infrastructure discipline works with clients across transport and related sectors. The role focuses on developing and delivering robust monitoring and evaluation plans to support the evolution of the UK transport system, addressing priorities such as carbon/net zero, climate resilience, safety and security, digitisation, customer expectations, and efficiency.In the Operations and Safety team, you’ll work with senior experts and other specialists to tailor monitoring and evaluation solutions in areas like energy, roads, rail, and active travel.RequirementsExperience designing and delivering monitoring and evaluation frameworks for policies, programmes, and/or projects.Experience with different evaluation methods, including quasi-experimental and theory-based approaches.Strong analytical skills (quantitative/qualitative) and experience with mixed-method projects.Familiarity with government guidance on monitoring and evaluation (HM Treasury Magenta/Green Books or DfT Transport Appraisal Guidance).Strong collaboration and communication skills to convey insights to diverse audiences.What’s in it for youWork-life balance and hybrid working policy with flexibility to work from home two days a week and access to modern offices across the UK.Inclusive and supportive culture with employee resource groups and a focus on belonging.Health and wellbeing benefits, including Thrive programme, Virtual GP, and menopause support; gym discount via Gymflex; and flexible benefits.Flexible working arrangements, part-time options, extra leave, and bank holiday flexibility.Development opportunities including training, mentoring, and Chartered status support.Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at WSP in the UK and Ireland. Get notified about new Senior Principal Consultant roles in Liverpool, England, United Kingdom.

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