Senior Transport Planner

Carrington West; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking consultancy in London is seeking a Senior Transport Planner to lead high-profile development and infrastructure projects. This role involves preparing transport assessments, leveraging transport policy, and engaging in project management. Ideal candidates have proven experience in transport planning, relevant degrees, and strong analytical skills. This opportunity offers flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits, including private medical insurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Transport Planner or ready to progress.
• Experience in development transport planning.
• Membership (or working towards membership) of CIHT or ICE.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed Transport Notes, Statements, Assessments.
• Inform project delivery using transport policy and guidance.
• Engage in project management and client communication.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive working

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Geography

Degree in Transport Planning

Tools

ARCADY

PICADY

AutoCAD

GIS software

Corel Draw

Job description

Senior Transport Planner

Are you ready to step up as a Senior Transport Planner and lead exciting, high-profile development and infrastructure projects in London? This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy that values collaboration, creativity, and career development – where your expertise will directly influence how the capital moves and grows.

You’ll be part of a supportive and motivated team that shares ideas openly, combining technical skill and innovation to deliver outstanding results for clients. With a diverse workload and clear opportunities for progression, you’ll have every chance to develop both professionally and personally.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed Transport Notes, Statements, Assessments, Travel Plans and Site Access Appraisals.
• Apply your understanding of local and national transport policy and guidance to inform project delivery.
• Use Junctions software (ARCADY and PICADY) for technical assessments.
• Design traffic signals using LinSig.
• Develop preliminary designs for access, junction improvements and highways schemes in AutoCAD.
• Produce clear and engaging visual outputs using GIS software and/or Corel Draw.
• Take an active role in project management and client communication to ensure successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Transport Planner or Transport Planner ready to progress.
• Proven experience in development transport planning.
• A degree in Civil Engineering, Geography or Transport Planning.
• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to work proactively on multiple projects.
• Membership (or working towards membership) of a professional body such as CIHT or ICE.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, increasing with seniority.
• Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.
• Private medical insurance and a health cash plan.
• Life insurance and a two-tiered pension scheme.
• Cycle hire scheme and end-of-year bonus scheme.

Build your future in London – this Senior Transport Planner role is based in London, with flexible and hybrid working options. You’ll gain exposure to a wide variety of projects, work alongside industry experts and have a clear route for career progression as part of a respected and growing team.

If you’re looking to make a lasting impact on London’s transport infrastructure and take your career to new heights, this opportunity is for you.