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SATURN Software Development Project Manager |
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SATURN SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT MANAGER
SURREY
£60K PLUS BENEFITS
This high profile consultancy are enjoying much success across Transport Planning and as they continue to develop the SATURN suite of highway network modelling software. The product, SATURN has developed over many years to become the world leader in equilibrium-based congested highway assignment modelling. With over 300 users world-wide, alot of them being based in the UK their need calls for an experienced SATURN Specialist. The organisation has continued to develop and improve the software package to meet the needs of their users. Recent developments include stronger links to GIS and sophisticated technical enhancements such as Origin Based Assignment (OBA) and dual core processing to reduce rn times.
In more detail the role they seek to fill will involve oversall technical and financial responsibility for the SATURN support and development project, working with a Project Director. The individual will also need to work closely with their SATURN partners to co-ordinate development, marketing activities and training. Alongside this it is also hoped that you will have some of the following;-
The ability to provide technical training and support to SATURN users worldwide;
Lead and manage the SATURN development team;
Identify, prioritise and implement development priorities in response to SATURN users (both internally and externally);
Continually liaise with key stakeholders - including Department for Transport, Highways Agency and Transport for London for example – to ensure that SATURN continues to be the market-leader in equilibrium-based highway modelling in the UK;
Run the successful SATURN Annual User Group Meetings;
Promote and influence the SATURN best practice in the UK and overseas markets;
Working with other Atkins technical specialists, further develop and extend SATURN’s integration with microsimulation and GIS-based software packages and applications.
From an experience viewpoint it is expected that you will possess strong leadership and managerial qualities. Proven team management and communication skills with the ability to motivate staff and mentor junior staff, these are seen as essential attributes for this post
Other areas of note include:-
Sufficient and relevant post-graduate experience in transport planning, with a demonstrable track record in: SATURN highway modelling; and programming, preferably in a range of languages but including Salford FTN77/95;
Experience in the practical application of SATURN in the UK and overseas;
Experience in technical and financial management of projects;
Experience in dealing with transport planning clients and customers; and Degree in transport related subject, numeric subject or equivalent.
In return our client is able to offer superb long term prospects, as well as a very handsome salary package.
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