Senior Transport Planner

Description

• Liaise with local authorities, clients, architects and internal engineering teams
• Prepare Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans and supporting documentation for planning applications
• Lead and deliver transport planning and development planning projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use schemes
• Ensure all work is compliant with current guidance including NPPF, DMRB and local transport policy
• Contribute to fee proposals, work planning and project delivery
• Undertake junction capacity modelling using PICADY, ARCADY, LINSIG or similar
• Support and mentor junior planners, ensuring technical quality

Requirements

We are seeking a Senior Transport Planner to join a respected and growing engineering consultancy operating across infrastructure, development planning, and the built environment. This is a key role for an experienced Transport Planner looking to take ownership of projects, support junior team members, and work closely with a multidisciplinary team on a variety of schemes across the region. The position offers excellent technical exposure, long-term progression, and a supportive environment where high-quality work and professional development are valued.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Chartered or working towards professional accreditation (CIHT, TPS or ICE) advantageous
• Strong understanding of UK planning policy and guidance
• Ability to manage projects independently
• Minimum 4+ years’ experience in transport planning or development planning
• Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or related discipline
• Proficient in industry software such as Junctions, LinSig and TRICS

Benefits

• Training and continued career development
• Private health care and Death in Service benefit
• Holiday, 25 days + BH + option to bank, buy or sell holiday
• 5% Contribution towards a personal pension scheme
• Flexible working
• Competitive salary (negotiable and dependent upon experience)

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance