Principal Transport Planner/Highway Design Engineer

BakerHicks; Motherwell; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or cash allowance

Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan

25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave

Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones, etc.)

Family-friendly policies

Employee assistance

Job summary

BakerHicks is seeking a Principal Transport Planner based in Motherwell, Scotland, to lead innovative transport planning projects across various sectors. This role involves supervising and mentoring a growing team while delivering sustainable solutions from concept to implementation.

The ideal candidate should have a degree in Transport Planning or Civil Engineering, experience in leading transport projects, and a strong understanding of transport modelling and assessments. The position offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Chartered or working towards chartered status (e.g. CIHT, TPS, ICE).
• Proven experience leading transport planning projects across multiple sectors.
• Strong background in policy and assessments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complex transport planning projects ensuring quality and compliance.
• Provide strategic transport advice on assessments and sustainable travel solutions.
• Manage and mentor transport planners to ensure delivery excellence.

Skills

Transport Planning

Civil Engineering

Stakeholder Engagement

Transport Modelling

Project Management

Education

Degree in Transport Planning or Civil Engineering

Postgraduate qualification in related field (desirable)

Tools

GIS

CAD

Adobe Illustrator/InDesign

Job description

At BakerHicks, we are a prominent engineering consultancy providing innovative solutions across various sectors. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, sustainable, and impactful services to our clients.

We are looking for someone who can be based in one of our offices in England: Motherwell, London, Manchester, Warwick, York or Derby. The successful candidate must be able to work at one of these offices.

With the team expanding, this Principal Transport Planner role presents an exciting opportunity to shape and deliver high-profile, sustainable transport planning projects, while supervising and mentoring a growing team within a multi-disciplinary environment.

As part of a dynamic team, you will spearhead the development of transport planning solutions from concept through to implementation. You will work across a variety of sectors, including Power, Custodial, Defence, and Development Planning, ensuring integration of best practice and strategic guidance in every project.

You will have the freedom to drive forward initiatives, collaborate with key stakeholders, and play a pivotal role in supporting the continued growth of our Transport Planning capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead and deliver complex transport planning projects, ensuring quality, compliance, and client satisfaction
• Provide strategic transport advice on assessments, master planning, policy, and sustainable travel solutions
• Oversee technical reporting including Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, Construction Traffic Management Plans, and EIA inputs
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to develop integrated transport strategies Manage and mentor transport planners, supporting their development and ensuring delivery excellence
• Contribute to business development through proposal writing, client relationship building, and opportunity identification
• Ensure compliance with legislation, industry standards, and internal quality assurance
• Champion innovation and stay current with emerging trends, tools, and technologies in transport planning

About You

• Qualifications: Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, or related field (postgraduate qualification desirable)
• Chartered or working towards chartered status (e.g. CIHT, TPS, ICE)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Proven experience leading transport planning projects across multiple sectors
• Experience on the Scotland Excel Framework would be beneficial
• Strong background in transport modelling, policy, and assessments
• Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and engage with diverse stakeholders
• Proficiency in relevant tools such as GIS, CAD, Adobe Illustrator/InDesign is a plus; skilled in technical reporting, project management, and public consultations
• Knowledge in areas such as Active Travel, Bus Priority, LCWIPs, Public Realm, and Urban Design would be an advantage

Why this Opportunity?

Lead innovative transport projects that shape future infrastructure across the UK. Work in a collaborative and supportive environment with freedom and growth potential. Gain exposure across sectors and contribute to a highly respected, growing team.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

Benefits

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
• 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones, etc.)
• Family‑friendly policies
• Employee assistance

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.