Senior/Principal Transport Planner (Public Transport)

Haskoning; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

25 vacation days

Home office allowance

Private medical and dental cover

Pension with 7% employer contribution

Job summary

Haskoning is seeking a motivated Public Transport Planner (Senior to Principal) to join the Integrated Transport Planning team in the UK. You will contribute to vision-led transport planning, develop sustainable bus networks, and engage with local authorities and delivery partners to secure investment.

The role requires strong data analysis, GIS skills, and experience in planning, policy development, and fare design. We offer hybrid working with extensive benefits and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong data analysis skills to extract and interrogate datasets for meaningful insights.
• Experience using GIS mapping software and interpreting analytical outputs.
• Excellent report-writing skills with ability to communicate complex findings clearly.
• Proven experience managing sizeable projects to agreed scope and budget.

Responsibilities

• Conducting network reviews to ensure services are fit for purpose and align with wider objectives.
• Developing and refining public transport policies.
• Designing fares and ticketing schemes and using data modelling to evaluate impacts.
• Supporting business case development and funding processes for bus franchising and new EV infrastructure.
• Providing specialist input for new public transport networks, including demand forecasting and route testing.

Skills

Data analysis

GIS mapping

Report writing

Project management

Client relationships

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

This is a wonderful opportunity for a motivated and experienced transport planner at Senior to Principal Consultant level to join our highly respected Public Transport Team. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, creative and people-orientated individual with specialist knowledge and experience of bus operations and a passion for improving public transport in the UK.

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, “Enhancing Society Together,” drives us to create a positive impact on the world. We offer purpose-driven and challenging work on diverse projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society.

With over 700 colleagues, working across multiple offices, we have a strong presence in the United Kingdom. Our people are at the forefront of delivering sustainable and future-ready solutions for both the built and natural environment. Our multidisciplinary teams collaborate closely with clients and partners to create positive change for communities and the environment.

As a Haskoning colleague, you will have the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a real difference, supported by a culture that values expertise, innovation, and personal growth. More information about working for Haskoning in the UK is available here.

As a member of the Integrated Transport Planning (ITP) team within Haskoning, you will work alongside skilled professionals united by a shared passion for vision‑led transport planning, designing sustainable mobility solutions that meet people’s needs and help shape places that reflect the unique character of their local context.

What you will do as a Senior to Principal Public Transport Planner

Our Team Of Experts Is Committed To Improving Public Transport And Making It The First Choice For Peoples’ Travel Needs. We Work Collaboratively With Local Authorities, Combined Authorities And Delivery Partners To Develop Environmentally And Financially Sustainable Solutions That Recognise The Practical Challenges And Constraints Faced. Our Services Include

• Conducting network reviews to make sure that services are fit for purpose and are achieving best value, assessing their alignment with wider objectives and developing options for future networks.
• Developing and refining public transport policies.
• Developing franchising and partnership models tailored to local requirements, including the management of Enhanced Partnerships and support for franchising approaches.
• Designing and implementing fares and ticketing schemes, using big data modelling to predict and evaluate impacts across both traditional and technology‑led systems.
• Supporting authorities through business case development and funding processes, including securing investment for bus franchising, new electric vehicles, and associated infrastructure upgrades.
• Providing specialist support for the development of new public transport networks, including demand forecasting, integration plans, and route testing to serve existing communities and planned housing growth. This work covers conventional bus, demand responsive transport and education transport.
• Providing tools and associated advice to help clients prioritise investment in services and bus infrastructure.

What we expect from you

We Are Seeking a Candidate With An Excellent Understanding Of The Bus Sector In The UK And Associated Policy And Legislation Implications; Experience In UK Bus Operations And Network Planning; And/or In The Design, Implementation, Evaluation, And Administration Of Ticketing And Concessionary Travel Schemes. We Would Expect You To Bring

• Strong data analysis skills, including the ability to extract and interrogate datasets to generate meaningful insights.
• The ability to quickly adopt new ways of working and to prioritise workloads.
• Experience using GIS mapping software and interpreting analytical outputs.
• Experience of identifying the need for change in a bus network and producing solutions that are deliverable, affordable and sustainable
• Excellent report‑writing skills, with the ability to communicate complex findings clearly.
• Proven experience of managing sizeable projects to agreed scope and budget.
• A track record of developing and maintaining effective client relationships, including supporting the securing of new work.
• Experience of working within a team environment and supporting junior staff in their development.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

What you can expect from us

At Haskoning, we believe that the well-being of our employees is essential to our shared success. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional development and personal well-being.

What we offer:

• A solid foundation: A competitive base salary reflecting your skills and experience.
• An attractive compensation package: Including pension accrual through our own pension fund with an employer contribution of 7% and annual profit sharing, where 40% of our profit is distributed among employees. You’ll also have the opportunity to purchase company shares and share in our success.
• Work-life balance: 25 vacation days (based on full-time employment), with the option to purchase an additional 10 days per year and to exchange three public holidays for days that are personally meaningful to you. We work in a hybrid model with flexible hours, home office allowance, and a fully equipped home workspace.
• Development opportunities: A wide range of training and development programmes, including tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and various knowledge-sharing groups.
• An informal and inclusive culture: A welcoming and open environment with voluntary social and sports activities, and employee networks such as Pride and Young Haskoning.
• Private medical and dental cover:Fully paid by the company with an option to extend it to your family at discounted rates.

You can read more about our benefits on this page.

Closing date: 31st October

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces everyone’s unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.