Principal Transport Planner Derby; London; Manchester; Motherwell; Warwick; York

Baker Hicks Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or cash allowance

Matched contributory pension plan up to 6%

25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave

Discount scheme including gym membership

Family friendly policies

Employee assistance

Job summary

Baker Hicks Limited in Manchester is seeking a Principal Transport Planner to lead high-profile transport planning projects. You will supervise and mentor a multidisciplinary team while providing strategic transport advice and ensuring project compliance.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with a focus on innovative solutions that shape future infrastructure across the UK. You'll engage with diverse stakeholders and contribute to a respected, growing team.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Spearhead and deliver complex transport planning projects.
• Provide strategic transport advice on assessments and master planning.
• Oversee technical reporting, including Transport Assessments and Travel Plans.

Skills

Transport planning

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Transport modelling

Education

Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, or related field

Postgraduate qualification (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.

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
• 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 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. Join a multidisciplinary consultancy committed to sustainable, integrated design. Gain exposure across sectors and contribute to a highly respected, growing team.

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors.

About BakerHicks: We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a European reach.

Benefits and compensation include:

• Company car or cash allowance
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
• 25 days annual leave plus the 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.