Principal Transport Planner

Stantec; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Transport Planner to join their dynamic team in Leeds. This role offers the chance to engage in a diverse range of transport projects, from urban regeneration to sustainable transport initiatives. You will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with experienced professionals, providing technical support and mentoring junior staff. With a commitment to community-focused design, this company values innovation and inclusivity, ensuring every team member's voice is heard. If you're passionate about transport planning and eager to make a meaningful impact, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Inspiring and supportive colleagues

Recognition for hard work

Career progression opportunities

Competitive starting salary

Flexible benefits

Community involvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience in transport-related development planning work.
• Strong analytical, numeracy, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Delivering commercially successful project work with excellent technical standards.
• Mentoring junior team members and managing their contributions.

Skills

Transport Planning

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Postgraduate qualification in transport planning/engineering

Degree in a related discipline

Tools

Junctions (ARCADY/PICADY)

LinSig

TRANSYT

TRICS

Aimsun

VISSIM

PARAMICS

Saturn

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The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Transport Planner to join our established Transport division!

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Transport Planner to join our established Transport division!

Based in our established Leeds office, you will be joining a highly engaged team who love what they do! Our team have a wealth of experience and will offer support, development opportunities and expert advice. Working collaboratively as part of our team you will have a wide variety of project work and practice with a broad range of clients in the private and public sectors.

You can find out more about us here https://www.hydrock.com/what-we-do/transportation/

Your Role Will Include:

You will be an experienced professional, engaged in a wide variety of transport projects including technical support for new developments, masterplanning, urban regeneration, and sustainable transport projects.

Your Role Will Include:

• » Delivering project work that is commercially successful and of an excellent technical standard.
• » Exercising independent judgement to brief and deliver technical work with colleagues and clients.
• » Developing and maintaining excellent working relationships with statutory authorities, clients, and collaborators.
• » Providing mentoring, informal guidance and support in the development of junior members of the team, managing and checking their contributions to projects.
• » Contributing to identifying new client opportunities and business development.
  
  

To Succeed In This Role, You'll Need:

• » Proven experience in all aspects of transport-related development planning work, including preparation of Transport Assessments / Statements / Travel Plans and input to Environmental Statements, preliminary highway design and masterplanning / placemaking.
• » Postgraduate qualification in transport planning/engineering or a degree in a related discipline and ideally chartered (this is not a pre-requisite and we welcome applications from people not chartered).
• » Working knowledge of relevant transport modelling programs – Junctions (ARCADY/PICADY), LinSig, TRANSYT and TRICS.
• » Understanding of the principles and outputs of microsimulation and strategic transport models (Aimsun, VISSIM/PARAMICS, Saturn) would be beneficial.
• » Strong written and communication skills to support technical project delivery and collaboration.
• » Proven ability to present complex analysis effectively and strong analytical, numeracy and problem-solving skills.
• » Experience of managing medium/large independent projects or workstreams within larger projects, and preparing bids and fee proposals.
• » Ability to contribute to technical capability of the team in emerging trends.
  
  

What's Great About Hydrock, Now Stantec

As a global design leader with over 30,000 engineers, architects, scientists, and project managers, the Stantec Group is dedicated to designing with communities in mind. Our diverse expertise allows us to tackle projects of all sizes from complex urban developments to impactful neighbourhood initiatives, while connecting across our worldwide network to support one another and share knowledge. This commitment not only helps the communities we serve to thrive but enriches the growth and experience of our own people.

In the UK and Ireland, our growing team of 4,000 is both agile and influential, able to make a meaningful difference by creating solutions that respect the environment and enhance community value. Whether you’re just starting your career or are an experienced professional, your voice is valued here. Our collaborative culture encourages entrepreneurial thinking, ensuring everyone’s ideas are heard.

Our approach for clients is grounded in the belief that we’re stronger together. By merging Hydrock’s capabilities with Stantec’s multidisciplinary services in buildings, infrastructure, environmental science, energy, and sustainability, we’re uniquely positioned as a major force in the UK market, providing a powerful platform for future growth.

What We Offer:

• Inspiring and supportive colleagues
• Recognition for hard work and career progression
• Opportunities to develop both technical and soft skills
• Competitive starting salary
• Community involvement through “Stantec in the Community” initiatives
• Flexible benefits, including EV car leasing scheme
• A Culture of Inclusion and Opportunity
  
  

The Stantec Group champions diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we’re committed to creating a supportive environment where every employee can perform at their best. Flexibility is essential to our culture, and we aim to accommodate all employees fairly.

We consider all application individually with the required qualifications and knowledge without regard to any of the protected characteristics . We would like to provide everyone with a fair selection, assessment and employment experience so we ask with are made aware of any physical or neurodiverse condition within your application for which appropriate reasonable adjustments can be made by us.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Once you’ve applied through our careers site, we strive to respond promptly after reviewing your application. If shortlisted, you'll first connect with our Talent Acquisition Team for a pre-screening call (about 30 minutes) to discuss your motivation and interest in the role. From there, successful candidates will be invited to a formal interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices.

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About Stantec

What's great about the Stantec

As a global design leader with over 31,000 engineers, architects, scientists, and project managers, the Stantec is dedicated to designing with communities in mind. Our diverse expertise allows us to tackle projects of all sizes from complex urban developments to impactful neighbourhood initiatives, while connecting across our worldwide network to support one another and share knowledge. This commitment not only helps the communities we serve to thrive but enriches the growth and experience of our own people.

In the UK and Ireland, our growing team of 4,000 is both agile and influential, able to make a meaningful difference by creating solutions that respect the environment and enhance community value. Whether you’re just starting your career or are an experienced professional, your voice is valued here. Our collaborative culture encourages entrepreneurial thinking, ensuring everyone’s ideas are heard.

Our approach for clients is grounded in the belief that we’re stronger together. By merging Hydrock’s capabilities with Stantec’s multidisciplinary services in buildings, infrastructure, environmental science, energy, and sustainability, we’re uniquely positioned as a major force in the UK market, providing a powerful platform for future growth.

What We Offer:

• Inspiring and supportive colleagues
• Recognition for hard work and career progression
• Opportunities to develop both technical and soft skills
• Competitive starting salary
• Community involvement through “Stantec in the Community” initiatives
• Flexible benefits, including a green car leasing scheme
  
  

A Culture of Inclusion and Opportunity

The Stantec champions diversity, equity, and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we’re committed to creating a supportive environment where every employee can perform at their best. Flexibility is essential to our culture, and we aim to accommodate all employees fairly.

We consider all application individually with the required qualifications and knowledge without regard to any of the protected characteristics . We would like to provide everyone with a fair selection, assessment and employment experience so we ask with are made aware of any physical or neurodiverse condition within your application for which appropriate reasonable adjustments can be made by us.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Once you’ve applied through our careers site, we strive to respond promptly after reviewing your application.

The employer for this position is Hydrock Consultants Ltd, part of the Stantec of companies.

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