Principal Transport Planning Consultant / Associate Director

Matchtech; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing consultancy in South Manchester seeks an experienced Transport Planning Consultant to lead and manage significant projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in transport planning, strong writing skills, and relevant academic background. This role offers flexible working conditions, 30 days of paid leave, and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic team.

Benefits

30 days paid leave

Pension contributions

Paid annual professional membership

Qualifications

• Ideally a minimum of 5 years' experience in transport planning or a related field.
• Ideally a relevant degree such as Civil Engineering, Geography, or Transport Planning.
• High standard of writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Project management of larger scale Transport Planning projects.
• Preparation of evidence to support strategic/Local Plan site promotion.
• Contribute to highway design standards and guidance.

Job description

Overview

They're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part-time working, flexible hours, and hybrid/remote working.

We are keen to convey that this role can be shaped by the right candidate and offers the opportunity to progressively take a leading role in the company.

Responsibilities

• Project management of larger scale Transport Planning projects, including preparation of complex Transport Assessments and input into Environmental Statements
• Preparation of evidence to support strategic/Local Plan site promotion
• Preparation of evidence to input to Planning Appeals, including acting as Expert Witness at Planning Inquiries
• Contribute to highway design standards and guidance, and transport-related planning guidance
• Input to junction design and undertaking swept path appraisals
• Data analysis and junction modelling (Junctions10, LinSig etc.)
• Presentation skills, including attendance at client & Authority facing meetings as well as public consultation events
• Project management of post-planning projects such as S38 & S278 works (engineering design experience is not essential)

Qualifications

• Ideally a minimum of 5 years' experience in transport planning or a related field
• Ideally a relevant degree such as Civil Engineering, Geography, or Transport Planning
• High standard of writing skills

Remuneration & Benefits

• In addition to a competitive salary, a number of additional benefits will be discussed in detail with all prospective candidates
• 30 days paid leave per annum (3 reserved for the Christmas period)
• Pension contributions
• Flexible working including the opportunity to work from home
• Paid annual professional membership/subscription

If you are an experienced Transport Planning Consultant looking for a new opportunity to further develop your career, and bring your expertise to a growing consultancy, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in South Manchester