Senior Transport Planner

JR United Kingdom; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport consultancy is seeking a Senior Transport Planner to drive innovative projects across the South West. With responsibilities ranging from technical report writing to project management, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to significant transport strategies and collaborate within a dynamic team. The position promises competitive salary, growth opportunities, and a commitment to professional development, making it an exciting next step for those in transport planning.

Benefits

Friendly and supportive team

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible working conditions

Tailored development plan

Fast track career prospects

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in transport planning.
• Adaptable, strong communication skills, and self-starting attitude.
• Working towards TPS PDS or local client connections are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Writing technical reports including Transport Assessments and Travel Plans.
• Project management for high profile schemes.
• Collaborating with clients, project teams, and stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Geography, Engineering, Planning, or Transport

Tools

TRICS

TemPro

Arcady

Picady

CAD

GIS

LinSig

Excel

Job description

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£30,000 – £55,000 per year (depending on experience)

Ready to take the next step in your transport planning career? We have an opportunity to join one of the UK’s top independent consultancies and be part of a team that’s shaping better places through great design and smart thinking.

They are growing fast and need a Senior Transport Planner to help deliver an exciting pipeline of projects in the South West. You’ll be working on everything from high-level movement strategies for strategic sites to detailed support for planning applications.

Scope;

• Writing technical reports ( Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, Access Appraisals, transport strategy)
• Junction capacity modelling and CAD work (including Swept Path Analysis)
• project management for high profile schemes
• Collaborating with clients, project teams, and stakeholders
• Representing at meetings, consultations, and exhibitions

About You:

You will be adaptable, and great with people. You’ll be confident managing projects, solving problems, and communicating clearly—both in writing and face-to-face.

Ideally, you’ll have:

• A degree in something like Geography, Engineering, Planning, or Transport
• At least 2 years of experience in transport planning
• A good grasp of tools like TRICS, TemPro, Arcady/Picady (CAD, GIS, and LinSig are all nice extras)
• Strong Excel skills and a knack for clear, persuasive communication
• The ability to manage multiple projects
• A self-starting attitude and a drive to keep learning

Bonus points if you’re working towards TPS PDS or already have it, and if you’ve got local client connections in the South West.

• A friendly, supportive team and a lively social calendar
• Competitive salary and great benefits (your annual leave increases with time)
• Flexibility to work the way that suits you best
• A development plan tailored to you—including mentoring and support toward Chartership via the Transport Planning Society
• A real chance to grow your career in a company that values your ideas and initiative

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK’s most highly respected transport consultants at the forefront of innovation and design. Excellent, fast track career prospects and a very supportive and collaborative team.

Generous benefits and salary are offered to attract the best candidates. If this sounds of interest, please contact David Mattinson for further information.

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