Principal Transport Planning Consultant / Associate Director

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Manchester is looking for a Principal Transport Planning Consultant / Associate Director. This role involves managing large transport planning projects, supporting strategic site promotion, and presenting at various meetings. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, or Transport Planning. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a chance to shape the company's future.

Benefits

30 days paid leave annually

Pension contributions

Flexible working and remote options

Paid professional memberships

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in transport planning.
• Ability to manage large transport planning projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex Transport Assessments and Environmental Statements.
• Support strategic/local plan site promotion.
• Present at client and public consultations.

Skills

Project Management

Transport Planning

Data Analysis

Junction Modeling

Highway Design Standards

Education

Civil Engineering

Geography

Transport Planning

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Principal Transport Planning Consultant / Associate Director, Manchester

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Manchester, United Kingdom

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Consulting

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

Job Description:

Job summary

We are seeking Principal/Associate Director level transport planning consultants to support the growth of our business.

Key skills required for this role

Principal/Associate Director, transport planning, project management

Important

Flexible working arrangements are available, including part-time, flexible hours, and hybrid/remote working.

This role offers the opportunity for the right candidate to lead and shape the company's future.

Requirements include a minimum of 5 years' experience and the ability to:

• Manage large transport planning projects, including complex Transport Assessments and Environmental Statements;
• Support strategic/local plan site promotion with evidence preparation;
• Provide evidence for planning appeals, including acting as an Expert Witness;
• Understand highway design standards and transport planning guidance;
• Contribute to junction design and swept path analyses;
• Conduct data analysis and junction modeling (Junctions10, LinSig);
• Present at client, authority meetings, and public consultations;
• Manage post-planning projects like S38 & S278 works (engineering design not required);
• Possess a relevant degree (Civil Engineering, Geography, Transport Planning) and strong writing skills.

Benefits include:

• 30 days paid leave annually (including Christmas leave);
• Pension contributions;
• Flexible working and remote options;
• Paid professional memberships.

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