Senior Transport & Development Planner (Scotland)

WSP; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Senior Development Planner for its Edinburgh team, focusing on transport and civil engineering project delivery. You’ll engage with clients, manage project teams, and provide expert advice on sustainable development solutions. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in a relevant field and possess strong communication and project management skills, along with significant experience in transport planning. The role offers opportunities for career growth and a chance to work on impactful projects in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Opportunity for career growth

Supportive work environment

Involvement in impactful projects

Qualifications

• Experience as a lead client contact for consultancy services.
• Significant experience in transport planning, scheme delivery, and active travel.
• Postgraduate experience nearing Chartership or equivalent commercial experience.

Responsibilities

• Support sustainable development solutions from site selection to planning approvals.
• Manage collaborative relationships with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ensure projects are delivered on budget and in compliance with technical standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Transport planning knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Education

Numerate first degree in Transport, Mathematics, Geography, Civil Engineering, Planning

Tools

Junction modelling software

Junctions 9 (PICADY & ARCADY)

Linsig

Job description

A global engineering firm is seeking a Senior Development Planner for its Edinburgh team, focusing on transport and civil engineering project delivery. You’ll engage with clients, manage project teams, and provide expert advice on sustainable development solutions. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in a relevant field and possess strong communication and project management skills, along with significant experience in transport planning. The role offers opportunities for career growth and a chance to work on impactful projects in a supportive environment.