Senior Transport Planner

Carrington West; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is searching for a Senior Transport Planner to join their expanding team in Birmingham. This role offers the chance to prepare crucial transport documentation and utilize cutting-edge software while enjoying benefits such as flexible work arrangements and a comprehensive health plan. Candidates will contribute to innovative projects in a supportive environment that prioritizes teamwork and personal development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Two-tiered pension

Cycle hire scheme

End of year bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in development transport planning is essential.
• Membership with organizations such as CIHT or ICE is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Transport Notes, Statements, and Assessments.
• Use Junctions software and design traffic signals.
• Engage in project management and client communication.

Skills

Attention to detail

Work ethic

Initiative

Education

Formal education in Civil Engineering

Formal education in Geography

Formal education in Transport Planning

Tools

ARCADY

PICADY

LinSig

AutoCAD

GIS packages

Corel Draw

Job description

Senior Transport Planner

Our client is looking for a Senior Transport Planner to become a key member of their growing team in Birmingham.

Situated in Birmingham, the modern office has good access to both major rail stations, the metro, and high frequency bus routes.

The company provides the opportunity for everyone to work closely together, sharing ideas and knowledge to create successful outcomes for clients. This approach, alongside a varied work stream, provides a clear path for career progression and personal development.

The position involves:
·The preparation of Transport Notes, Statements and Assessments, Travel Plans and Site Access Appraisals.
·An understanding of relevant local and national policy and guidance.
·The use of Junctions software (ARCADY and PICADY).
·Traffic signal design using LinSig.
·Preliminary design of access, junction improvements and highways schemes using AutoCAD.
·The preparation of high-quality graphics using GIS packages and/or Corel Draw.
·Exposure to Project Management and client communication

Key skills required:
·Experience in the field of development transport planning.
·A member (or seeking to be) of a professional membership, such as CIHT or ICE.
·Accuracy and good attention to detail.
·High standard of work ethic and ability to use initiative.
·A formal education in either Civil Engineering, Geography or Transport Planning.

Benefits Include:
·25 days annual leave (increased by seniority).
·Flexible working arrangements.
·Private medical insurance and health cash plan.
·Life insurance cover.
·Two-tiered pension.
·Cycle hire scheme.
·End of year bonus scheme.

FOOTNOTE:

If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation. Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Eve Armstrong at Carrington West on023 9387 6062 for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us.