Assistant Transport Planner

Calibre Search; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy in Bristol is seeking a Transport Planner to join their expanding team. The role involves developing transport strategies, producing assessments, and collaborating closely with clients. Candidates should ideally have 2+ years of experience and a relevant degree. The company offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and a supportive environment focused on professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary + annual bonus

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible and hybrid working policy

Employer pension contribution

Ongoing professional development

Supportive office environment

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in transport planning preferred but not required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review transport assessments and feasibility studies.
• Use industry-standard software to support project delivery.
• Manage projects while contributing to client relationships.

Skills

Transport Planning

Project Management

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, or Geography

Tools

TRANSYT

LINSIG

ARCADY

PICADY

AUTOCAD

Job description

Transport Planner - Growing Multi-Disciplinary Consultancy

Location: Bristol (Hybrid Working)

Sector: Transport Planning / Infrastructure / Civil Engineering

Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Are you a Transport Planner looking to take the next step in your career? We’re working with a well-established, award-winning multi-disciplinary consultancy that's expanding its Bristol office. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking team delivering innovative transport and infrastructure solutions across the commercial, residential, education, health, and defence sectors. With a strong UK presence and over six decades of industry success, this company is committed to investing in its people, offering long-term career progression, professional development, and a supportive working culture.

The Role

As a Transport Planner, you’ll play a key part in developing transport strategies, producing detailed assessments, and supporting a variety of exciting development projects. You’ll collaborate closely with internal design teams and clients to deliver practical, high-quality solutions. You’ll ideally have 2+ years’ experience in transport planning, but strong applicants with less experience will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review transport assessments, travel plans, and feasibility studies.
• Use industry-standard software (e.g. TRANSYT, LINSIG, ARCADY, PICADY, AUTOCAD) to support project delivery.
• Manage projects and contribute to client relationships.
• Produce high-quality technical reports and drawings.
• Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Take ownership of your professional growth and ongoing training.

About You

• Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, etc.).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• A proactive and motivated team player.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary + discretionary annual bonus.
• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays (with a holiday purchase scheme).
• Flexible and hybrid working policy.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies.
• Employer pension contribution plus life assurance and income protection.
• Ongoing professional development via structured learning pathways.
• A friendly, modern, and supportive office environment.

If interested in this position, but would like to find out more before formally applying, please contact Taylor Smith at Calibre Search Manchester.

Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.