Associate Transport Planner

Carrington West; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Transport Planner to join their growing team. This role offers the chance to work on diverse development planning projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use schemes. You will lead and manage projects, oversee the preparation of transport assessments, and engage with clients and stakeholders to provide expert advice. Join a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, and you can make a tangible difference. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to influence decision-making in a dynamic team setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning, preferably in development planning.
• Strong knowledge of transport planning principles and policy frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects from initial feasibility to completion.
• Oversee preparation of transport assessments and travel plans.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to provide expert advice.

Skills

Transport Planning

Development Planning

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Education

Degree in Transport Planning or related field

Job description

Associate Transport Planner - Development Planning
Location: Essex, Bristol, Kent, or London
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Are you a skilled Transport Planner with a strong background in development planning? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your expertise can make a real impact? If so, I am looking for an Associate Transport Planner to join a small but growing team that works on a variety of exciting projects across the UK.
Why Join?
·Be a key part of a specialist team of 6, directly contributing to the day-to-day running of projects and team operations
·Opportunity to work on diverse development planning projects across residential, commercial, and mixed-use schemes
·A supportive, close-knit environment where your input is valued and you can make a tangible difference
·Flexible location - work from Essex, Kent, or London

The Role
As an Associate Transport Planner, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the transport planning and development strategies for a wide range of clients. You'll be responsible for:
Leading and managing projects from initial feasibility through to completion
Overseeing the preparation of transport assessments, travel plans, and feasibility studies
Engaging with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders to provide expert advice
Managing and mentoring junior members of the team, ensuring high standards of work
Contributing to business development, helping to win new work and expand client relationships

What We're Looking For
️ Experience in a similar role within transport planning, preferably in development planning
️ Strong knowledge of transport planning principles, modelling, and policy frameworks
️ Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to engage with clients and stakeholders
️ Strong attention to detail and the ability to analyse and interpret data
️ Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a small team
If you're looking for a hands-on role where you can have real responsibility, influence decision-making, and work within a dynamic team, then this is the opportunity for you.