Senior or Principal Transport Planner (Influencing Behaviour)

TN United Kingdom; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior or Principal Transport Planner to join their team in Nottingham. This role offers the chance to work on impactful travel behaviour change projects, collaborating with industry experts in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of transport policy and behaviour change, along with strong project management and communication skills. This position not only allows for professional growth but also offers flexibility in work arrangements, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about influencing positive change in transport planning.

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects for transport authorities or private sector clients.
• Strong understanding of travel behaviour change and demand management.

Responsibilities

• Researching and evaluating travel behaviour change projects.
• Designing and implementing travel plans for various organisations.
• Managing sizeable projects while developing client relationships.

Skills

Behaviour change theory

Project management

Transport policy understanding

Inter-personal communication

Report writing

Job description

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Senior or Principal Transport Planner (Influencing Behaviour), Nottingham

Client:

Carrington West

Location:

Nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Logistics

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

Location: Nottingham with flexibility with regards remote working
Salary: Competitive, commensurate with role and experience
Hours: They will consider either part-time or full-time working

My client is now looking to recruit a highly motivated and experienced transport planner at Senior to Principal Consultant level to join their influencing behaviour team based in Nottingham. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, people-orientated individual with specialist engagement, research, report writing and analytical skills. Importantly you should have specialist knowledge of travel behaviour change and travel demand management projects, including in successfully implementing travel plans across a range of sectors. You will be given the opportunity to accelerate your career by working alongside industry experts, within an inclusive and caring company environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Aspects of researching, designing, delivering or evaluating travel behaviour change projects
2. Designing and implementing travel plans for a range of organisations
3. Managing sizeable projects to scope and budget
4. Developing and maintaining relationships with clients, helping to secure new work
5. Inspiring and developing less-experienced members of staff by freely sharing knowledge
6. Contributing to other projects across the advisory group as required

Skills/Experience:

1. A sound understanding of behaviour change theory and an appreciation of the factors influencing mode choice
2. Demonstrable experience of managing projects for transport authorities or private sector clients in the UK
3. A deep understanding of transport policy and current issues and creative approaches to dealing with them
4. A growing network of industry contacts and positive client referrals
5. Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
6. Excellent report-writing skills