Associate Transport Planner

RGB Recruitment; Willenhall; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK consultancy is seeking an Associate Transport Planner to lead transport planning projects in Birmingham. The role involves managing client relationships, overseeing project delivery, and driving business development. Candidates should have significant UK consultancy experience and strong technical expertise in transport modelling software. The position offers a competitive salary of £70,000 plus bonuses, along with private medical insurance and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

Private medical insurance

Company pension

Enhanced holiday

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Significant UK consultancy experience in transport planning and development planning.
• Proven track record in leading projects and managing clients.
• Commercially minded with the drive to grow a team and win new business.

Responsibilities

• Leading transport planning projects from feasibility through to delivery.
• Preparing and overseeing Transport Assessments and Travel Plans.
• Managing client relationships and representing the business in negotiations.

Skills

Transport modelling

Project management

Client relationship management

Business development

Education

Master's in Transport or related discipline

Tools

TRICS

ARCADY

PICADY

LINSIG

Job description

Overview

Associate Transport Planner – £60,000 - £70,000 – Birmingham

We're working with a leading UK consultancy who are looking to appoint an Associate Transport Planner as they continue to grow their Birmingham office.

This is a senior leadership role for an experienced transport planner who\'s ready to take full ownership of projects, drive business development, and play a key role in shaping and expanding the team.

Responsibilities

• Leading transport planning projects from feasibility through to delivery
• Preparing and overseeing Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, Access Strategies, Parking Strategies and more
• Managing client relationships and representing the business in negotiations with local authorities and stakeholders
• Providing expert input into S106 negotiations and technical approvals
• Leading and mentoring junior and senior staff, supporting their technical and project development
• Driving business development opportunities and supporting the long-term growth of the Birmingham office

Qualifications

• A relevant degree (Master\'s in Transport or related discipline desirable)
• Significant UK consultancy experience in transport planning and development planning
• Proven track record in leading projects and managing clients
• Strong technical expertise with transport modelling and planning software (e.g. TRICS, ARCADY, PICADY, LINSIG)
• Commercially minded, with the drive to grow a team and win new business

Benefits / What\'s on offer

• £70,000 salary + performance-related bonus
• Private medical insurance, company pension, and enhanced holiday
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Real influence in shaping the Birmingham transport team
• Ongoing career progression with a respected national consultancy

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious transport planner to step into an Associate role with genuine influence, strong progression, and the chance to build a thriving team.

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