Senior or Principal Transport Planner

Carrington West; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in transport planning is seeking a Senior or Principal Transport Planning Consultant to join their team in Basingstoke or Portsmouth. The ideal candidate will have a robust understanding of transport planning principles, experience in project management, and strong interpersonal skills to foster client relationships. This position offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects and mentor junior staff in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport development planning, consultancy or local authority.
• Ability to work with multi-discipline teams on various developments.
• Experience in preparing and reviewing technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage smaller and medium sized projects.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Prepare fee proposals and manage budgets.

Skills

Understanding of transport planning principles

Presentation and technical writing skills

Time management

Interpersonal and communication skills

Project management

Business development

Mentoring skills

Tools

Junctions 10

LinSig

Job description

Senior or Principal Transport Planning Consultant Positions in Basingstoke or Portsmouth

My client is looking for enthusiastic and experienced candidates with mid to senior levels of experience in transport development planning, either in consultancy or a local authority.

Applicants should have:
A good understanding of the principles of transport planning
Good presentation and technical writing skills
An ability to manage their own time to meet project deadlines
An ability to work with other consultancies in multi-discipline teams on development projects including residential, commercial, retail, and leisure developments
An ability to project manage smaller and medium sized projects
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Experience in preparing and reviewing technical documents, including: o Transport Assessments o Travel Plans o Environmental Statement Chapters
Experience building, running and understanding the outputs of Junctions 10 and LinSig software Knowledge of highway design in MfS, DMRB, LTN1/20 and the requirements of Active Travel England and Healthy Streets
An ability to pursue business development opportunities and building client relationships Supporting in negotiations, and attending meetings, with Highway Authorities.
Experience in preparing fee proposals for new projects and budget management.
Inspiring, developing, and mentoring less-experienced members of staff.