Senior Transport Planner

JP Engineering; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in London seeks a Senior Transport Planner to lead transport-related projects and manage client relationships. The role requires over 5 years of experience in transport planning and proficiency in transport modelling software. This position offers a salary between £40,000 and £55,000, hybrid working, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Supportive team culture

Progression pathways

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in transport planning.
• Strong understanding of UK planning and transport policy.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead transport assessments, travel plans, and feasibility studies.
• Manage client relationships and project delivery.
• Support business development and proposal writing.

Skills

Transport planning experience

Understanding of UK planning and transport policy

Communication skills

Project management skills

Tools

Transport modelling software (TRICS, TEMPro, Junctions)

Job description

Overview

We're working with a respected SME transport and infrastructure consultancy to recruit a Senior Transport Planner for their London office. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to take on a key role in a growing team, delivering high-impact projects across the UK.

About the Company

Our client is a specialist consultancy offering end-to-end services in transport planning and infrastructure design. From pre-acquisition feasibility studies to planning applications, on-site implementation, and post-development monitoring, they provide tailored solutions that support sustainable development and smart mobility.

Established in the late 1990s, the firm has built a strong reputation for delivering successful outcomes for both private and public sector clients. Their work spans strategic transport planning, sustainable travel initiatives, and the design of new and upgraded highways. With offices in London, Bristol, Cambridge, and Oxford, they offer national coverage with a local touch.

Role Overview

As a Senior Transport Planner, you\'ll lead on a range of development-related transport projects, providing expert advice and managing client relationships. You\'ll play a pivotal role in shaping transport strategies, preparing technical reports, and mentoring junior staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead transport assessments, travel plans, and feasibility studies
• Manage client relationships and project delivery
• Oversee modelling, data analysis, and report preparation
• Liaise with local authorities and stakeholders
• Support business development and proposal writing

Candidate Profile

• 5+ years of experience in transport planning
• Strong understanding of UK planning and transport policy
• Proficiency in transport modelling software (e.g., TRICS, TEMPro, Junctions)
• Excellent communication and project management skills
• Experience mentoring junior staff is a plus

What\'s on Offer

• Salary: £40,000-£55,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• Supportive team culture with clear progression pathways
• Exposure to diverse, high-profile projects