Principal Transport Planner (Development)

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Principal Transport Planner to join its Development Planning team in Guildford. This role involves leading transport planning projects across commercial, retail, and residential sectors while mentoring early career professionals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in transport assessments, sustainable transport, and project management, contributing to impactful development proposals. Join a team that values collaboration and professional growth, and make a difference in the planning process for both private and public sector clients.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport assessments and sustainable transport strategies.
• Proficiency in junction capacity modelling and project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical transport planning for development projects and mentor early career professionals.
• Manage transport planning for small to medium projects and collaborate on complex projects.

Skills

Transport Assessments

Travel Plans

Sustainable Transport

Junction Capacity Modelling

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

Post-graduate experience as Engineer/Transport Planner

Tools

Junctions 10

Linsig

Excel

Word

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WSP UK

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England, GB, United Kingdom

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Logistics

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description

In today’s world, it’s important to work for a company with a clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

When considering a career move, it’s vital to work for a business aligned with your values and goals, a place where you can belong. See what WSP stands for in 2024 and beyond…

Our Development Planning team is seeking a Principal Transport Planner to join our growing integrated Development team in Guildford. The role includes working on projects across commercial, retail, and residential sectors, developing transport strategies, and supporting with Expert Witness evidence. We assist private sector clients with development proposals through the planning process and support public sector clients in developing transport and parking strategies, business cases, and scheme development. The team collaborates closely with our Highways, Services, Structures, and Environmental teams to lead larger multi-disciplinary development proposals.

To learn more about our Development Planning business, click the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP:

Responsibilities

• Leading the technical transport planning input into development projects, managing projects, and mentoring early career professionals.
• Managing transport planning for small to medium projects, collaborating with senior colleagues on complex projects, and developing your commercial skills and professional network.

Qualifications

• Experience in Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, access and parking strategies, sustainable transport, and active travel, following guidance like NPPF, DfT Transport Assessment guidelines, and Manual for Streets.
• Expertise in preparing traffic flow data for Transport Assessments and Environmental Statements.
• Experience with junction capacity modelling software such as Junctions 10 and Linsig, understanding inputs, outputs, and scenario testing.
• Project management experience on small to medium projects, including budgeting and resource planning.
• Ability to carry out or supervise junction design (priority, roundabout, signals).
• Strong communication skills and confidence in client and stakeholder discussions.
• Mentoring skills and ability to share knowledge with colleagues.
• Proficiency in software like Excel and Word.
• Growing professional network of co-professionals and clients.
• Significant post-graduate experience as an Engineer/Transport Planner, with a goal of achieving chartered status in a transport discipline.