Principal Transport Planner / Associate Transport Planner

ALDWYCH CONSULTING LTD; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent transport planning consultancy in Central London is seeking a Principal / Associate Transport Planner to oversee transport planning projects from start to finish. This role offers an opportunity to take ownership of technical delivery while leading a team and managing client relationships. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in transport planning and be ready to contribute to a collaborative work environment. This position supports hybrid working and offers a competitive salary between £50,000 and £65,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experienced development planning professional with a background in transport planning.
• Ability to lead technical delivery and manage client relationships.
• Strong understanding of transport planning processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of transport planning inputs across projects.
• Manage project lifecycle from feasibility to on-site delivery.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and client management.

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal / Associate Transport Planner to join a well-established, independent transport and infrastructure planning consultancy in Central London. This role is suited to an experienced development planning professional looking to take ownership of projects, lead technical delivery, and play a key role in the continued growth of a highly regarded transport planning team.

The consultancy works with a mix of private and public sector clients across the UK and internationally, delivering transport planning solutions for residential, mixed-use, commercial, urban regeneration and strategic land development projects. Known for its collaborative, sociable culture and strong technical reputation, this is an excellent environment for a senior transport planner seeking both responsibility and long-term progression.

The Role

As a Principal / Associate Transport Planner, you will lead the delivery of transport planning inputs across the full project lifecycle, from early feasibility and masterplanning through to planning submission and on-site delivery. You will take a hands-on role in technical work while also providing leadership, mentoring and client management.

Location and terms

Location: London

Salary: circa £50,000-£65,000 DOE

Type: Full Time, Permanent | Hybrid Working