Assistant Transport Planner

Carrington West; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Assistant Transport Planner to join their dynamic team. This exciting role offers the chance to work on diverse transport and infrastructure projects across the UK, emphasizing training and career progression. You'll engage in preparing Transport Assessments, analyzing technical data, and liaising with clients and authorities. With a supportive, people-focused culture, this consultancy is committed to staff development and offers a range of benefits, including performance bonuses and private medical insurance. If you're ready to advance your career in transport planning, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Company events

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Sick pay

Healthcare cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

On-site parking

Performance bonus

Annual bonus

Qualifications

• Degree in Transport Planning, Geography, or Civil Engineering is essential.
• 1-2 years' experience in a similar consultancy environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Transport Assessments and Statements.
• Analyze technical data and conduct junction capacity assessments.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Microsoft Excel

Education

Degree in Transport Planning

Degree in Geography

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

ARCADY

PICADY

LINSIG

AutoCAD

Job description

Assistant Transport Planner
Location: Fleet, Hampshire or Birmingham
Salary:
·Assistant Level: £28,000 - £34,000
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Work Pattern: Monday to Friday | Office-based
Are you passionate about transport planning and keen to develop your career in a well-established, people-focused consultancy? Our client is a forward-thinking civil engineering consultancy specializing in transport planning and highway design. They offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, combining technical excellence with a 'family feel' culture and a genuine commitment to staff development.
This role is a fantastic opportunity for a Graduate or Assistant Transport Planner to join a highly experienced team working on diverse transport and infrastructure projects across the UK. With a strong emphasis on training, mentoring, and progression, you'll have the chance to make a significant impact from day one.

Key Responsibilities:
· Prepare Transport Assessments and Transport Statements
· Assist with Travel Plans and their coordination
· Analyze and present technical data and drawings
· Conduct junction capacity assessments using ARCADY, PICADY, and LINSIG
· Liaise with clients, contractors, and authorities
· Support advice delivery on highways and transport matters
· Conduct site appraisals and surveys; contribute to reports and presentations
· Maintain project documentation (digital and paper)
· Support other transport-related tasks as directed

What We're Looking For:
Education / Background:
· Degree in Transport Planning, Geography, or Civil Engineering (essential)
· Understanding or experience of UK Transport Planning standards (essential)
· 1-2 years' experience in a similar consultancy environment preferred
Technical Skills:
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
· Experience with ARCADY, PICADY, and LINSIG (essential)
· AutoCAD experience (desirable)
Key Competencies:
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
· Confident written and verbal communication
· Attention to detail
· Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines
· Professional, approachable team player

Salary & Benefits:
Additional Pay:
· Performance bonus
· Annual bonus
Benefits Include:
· Company events
· Pension scheme
· Private medical insurance
· Life insurance
· Sick pay
· Healthcare cash plan
· Cycle to work scheme
· On-site parking
· Bonuses

Candidate Criteria:
· Within 45-60 mins commute
· 1-2 years' experience in a consultancy
· RTW in UK; no sponsorship

If you're a motivated graduate or assistant-level transport planner ready to advance your career, we look forward to hearing from you.