Senior Transport Planner

Hunter Dunning Limited; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A planning and design consultancy is seeking a Senior Transport Planner in Bristol to shape transport solutions across major projects. The role involves developing transport assessments, engaging stakeholders, and contributing to sustainable strategies. Ideal candidates will have consultancy experience, strong knowledge of transport tools, and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, hybrid working, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Pension

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Professional body membership paid

Bonus

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Transport Planner within consultancy.
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant planning and transport policy.
• Confidence in client liaison and collaborative working.

Responsibilities

• Develop transport assessments, travel plans and technical reports.
• Provide input into feasibility studies and masterplanning work.
• Analyse traffic and transport data for recommendations.
• Engage with local authorities and stakeholders throughout projects.

Skills

Transport modelling and assessment tools

Written and verbal communication skills

Client liaison

Knowledge of planning policy

Education

Membership of a relevant professional body

Job description

Senior Transport Planner Job in Bristol

Senior Transport Planner in Bristol Join a respected planning, design and technical consultancy where you'll help shape transport solutions across major development projects. An ideal role for someone seeking strong project exposure and genuine flexibility.

This multidisciplinary consultancy delivers planning, design and technical services across the UK. Known for its collaborative culture and client-focused approach, the Bristol team works on a diverse portfolio ranging from strategic developments to complex urban schemes, offering a supportive environment for professional growth.

Role & Responsibilities

• Develop transport assessments, travel plans and technical reports
• Provide input into feasibility studies and masterplanning work
• Analyse traffic and transport data to inform design and policy recommendations
• Engage with local authorities, clients and stakeholders throughout project stages
• Support senior colleagues on major projects and manage smaller assignments independently
• Contribute to sustainable transport strategies and active travel schemes.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Transport Planner within consultancy
• Strong knowledge of transport modelling and assessment tools
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant planning and transport policy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confidence in client liaison and collaborative working
• Membership of a relevant professional body (or working towards).

What you get back

• Salary dependent on experience
• Bonus
• Hybrid working
• 25 days + bank holidays
• Pension
• Private health insurance
• Death in service
• Professional body membership paid.

Apply

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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Referral

Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a £1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions.

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