Principal Transport Planner

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Transport Planner to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse transport planning projects across various sectors, including energy and industrial. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, lead technical discussions, and ensure project delivery within budget and standards. With a strong focus on professional development and work-life balance, this position provides a supportive environment for personal and career growth. Join a community that values innovation and inclusivity, and make a positive impact on communities across the UK.

Benefits

Hybrid Working Policy

Health and Wellbeing Programs

Flexible Work Options

Training and Mentoring

Employee Resource Groups

Qualifications

• Experience in leading transport planning projects and preparing technical reports.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with proficiency in relevant software.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of transport and traffic project tasks for infrastructure projects.
• Lead technical discussions on site accessibility and project impacts.

Skills

Transport Planning

Environmental Assessments

Analytical Skills

Technical Report Writing

Client Communication

Education

Degree in Engineering or Related Field

Professional Accreditation (if not achieved)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects, and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. Embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. Experience a world of opportunity and shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

To find out more about our Transport business, click on the following link: https://www.wsp.com/en-gb/services/transport-planning

The type of work we undertake is varied and includes:

• Reporting to Associate Directors in the Transport Planning team in Newcastle or Edinburgh, supporting the delivery of Transport and Traffic project tasks for Infrastructure Projects, including Development Consent Orders in the Energy and Industrial sectors across the UK.
• Undertaking Transport Statements, Transport Assessments, Environmental Statement Transport Chapters, and Travel Plans, including client and local authority scoping discussions.
• Leading technical discussions on site accessibility for various modes, and articulating impacts and mitigations for planning approvals.
• Working in a multidisciplinary environment, collaborating with noise, air quality, ecology, and highway teams.
• Owning delegated tasks like preparing estimates and proposals for review by Project Directors.
• Prioritizing weekly tasks based on project demands and supporting team workload management.
• Upskilling to work across other transport workstreams such as communications and engagement.
• Representing WSP values in a collaborative client/consultant environment.
• Staying updated with relevant standards and policies; networking and attending conferences.
• Ensuring project delivery within budget, schedule, and technical standards, depending on experience.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Experience as lead author of Scoping Reports, Transport Assessments, and Environmental Statement Transport Chapters.
• Experience in delivering diverse transport planning projects across sectors like development planning, energy, industrial, highway schemes, sustainable transport, active travel, junction design, and knowledge of relevant standards.
• Experience in preparing Local Authority Transport Plans and Strategies, transport feasibility studies, option assessments, and business case inputs.
• Strong numerical, spatial, and analytical skills; proficient in MS Office.
• Ability to produce high-standard technical reports and communicate technical arguments effectively to varied audiences.
• Technical and task leadership skills across multiple projects and clients.
• Knowledge of current transport policies at various levels.
• Ability to develop and upskill staff locally and across the UK and overseas.
• Good understanding of financial and contractual aspects of planning and delivering projects.
• If not already achieved, candidates should work towards professional accreditation.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns with this role and other opportunities within the team.

Imagine a better future for you and for us all.

Join our community of talented individuals passionate about making a positive impact. Our global team of over 69,000 employees works to benefit communities worldwide.

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are a leading engineering and professional services firm, with 69,300 passionate people committed to creating positive, long-lasting impacts through innovation, integrity, and excellence. With over 9,000 professionals in the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and supported by international expertise.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

We understand the importance of balancing work with personal life. Our hybrid working policy allows working from home two days a week and collaboration in modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Health & Wellbeing

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, promote inclusivity through employee resource groups, and support health and wellbeing through programs like Thrive, Med24, Gymflex, and menopause support.

Flex your time

Our flexible options include "WSP My Hour" for personal activities, part-time work, additional leave, and flexible use of bank holidays.

Your development

We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and supporting Chartership pursuits.

#WeAreWSP

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background or circumstances, and support workplace adjustments for disabled applicants.