Principal/Associate Transport Planner

Aldwych Consulting; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting seeks a strategic Transport Planner for their Bristol office. The role involves managing innovative transport projects while focusing on sustainable strategies in collaboration with a diverse team. Competitive salary, hybrid work arrangements, and a clear career progression path are offered to the right candidate.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus option to buy more

Private healthcare

Cycle to Work Scheme

Techscheme

Company Share Ownership Scheme

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Ongoing support and mentoring

Clear pathway for rapid career progression

Qualifications

• Significant experience in transport assessments and travel plans.
• Proficient in relevant industry software like AutoCAD and ArcGIS.
• Strong knowledge of English planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of multi-scale transport planning projects.
• Manage project teams and oversee financials.
• Mentor junior staff and drive client relationships.

Skills

Transport Assessments

Environmental Statements

Planning Policy Knowledge

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Management

Client Communication

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Junctions 9

Linsig

Job description

Transport Planner - Bristol - Vision-led Development Projects
Are you a passionate and strategic Transport Planner looking for your next career-defining opportunity? We're recruiting on behalf of a leading specialist design consultancy with a national reputation for excellence in transport planning, engineering, placemaking and environmental design.
With a growing portfolio of high-profile, vision-led development projects - including major Garden Villages, New Towns and sustainable urban expansions - this respected practice is now looking for a senior-level Transport Planner to join their thriving Bristol team.

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Transport Planner to lead the delivery of multi-scale projects, predominantly in the private sector, but also working closely with public sector clients. The role will see you managing a wide range of commissions with a particular focus on creating people-centred, active travel-friendly, and sustainable transport strategies.
Working collaboratively with architects, masterplanners and wider project teams, you will drive innovation and ensure the seamless integration of transport solutions that truly enhance place.
You'll be managing projects end-to-end - from early feasibility and access studies to preparing high-quality technical outputs - while mentoring junior staff, engaging with stakeholders, and contributing to business growth through bidding and client development.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a Transport Planner with:

• Significant experience producing Transport Assessments, Statements, Environmental Statement chapters and Travel Plans
• Experience with access feasibility and early site appraisals
• Strong knowledge of planning policy and design guidance (e.g. Manual for Streets, LTN 1/20)
• An excellent understanding of the English planning process
• Confidence in client communication and stakeholder engagement
• Project management skills, including financial oversight and proposal writing
• Ability to lead and mentor junior team members
• Proficiency with relevant industry software (e.g. Junctions 9, Linsig, AutoCAD, ArcGIS)

Benefits

In return, you'll be joining a modern, inclusive and forward-thinking company offering:

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave (plus option to buy more)
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Attractive, central Bristol office with excellent accessibility
• Private healthcare
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Techscheme
• Company Share Ownership Scheme
• Payment of one professional subscription
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Ongoing support and mentoring from senior professionals
• Clear pathway for rapid career progression
• A diverse portfolio of exciting, meaningful projects

If you're a strategic thinker who's passionate about the role of transport planning in shaping better places - and ready to take the next step in your career - we want to hear from you.

Get in touch with Roberto Sartori on (phone number removed) or apply now.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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