Senior Transport Planner

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting in London is seeking a Senior Transport Planner to join its growing team, delivering development planning, transport strategies and active travel projects. You will own projects, develop client relationships and mentor junior staff.

The role requires at least 4 years in consultancy, a relevant degree, and proficiency with PICADY/ARCADY; you will liaise with clients, authorities and stakeholders and contribute to feasibility studies and masterplanning while embracing agile

Qualifications

• At least 4 years’ experience in development planning within a transport planning consultancy.
• Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of the planning system and development-related transport requirements.
• Experience preparing Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Travel Plans.
• Proficiency in PICADY and ARCADY, with knowledge of LinSig, Vissim or Paramics advantageous.
• Excellent communication and ability to engage with clients and stakeholders; capable of supporting junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans and other technical reports.
• Assess development impacts in line with planning policy and transport standards.
• Manage smaller projects, budgets and technical deliverables.
• Support junior colleagues through technical guidance and knowledge sharing.
• Develop multimodal access strategies and transport solutions for development and public-sector projects.
• Contribute to feasibility studies and masterplanning for larger development sites.
• Undertake transport analysis, including junction and capacity modelling.
• Liaise with clients, architects, developers, local authorities and other stakeholders.
• Attend client meetings and public consultation events.
• Support business development, networking and the development of client relationships.

Skills

Transport planning

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Report writing

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or related discipline

Tools

PICADY

ARCADY

LinSig

Vissim

Paramics

Job description

Working Pattern: Agile / Flexible Working

The Opportunity

An established transport planning consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Transport Planner to join its growing team, delivering projects across development planning, transport strategies and active travel.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced transport planner with at least 4 years’ consultancy experience to take greater ownership of projects, develop client relationships and support junior colleagues.

You’ll work across a varied portfolio of development and infrastructure schemes, from early feasibility and masterplanning through to planning applications and post-planning support. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainable transport and future mobility, the role offers the chance to contribute to forward-thinking projects while continuing to develop your technical and professional skills.

The Role

• Preparing and reviewing Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans and other technical reports
• Assessing development impacts in line with planning policy and relevant transport standards
• Managing smaller projects, budgets and technical deliverables
• Supporting junior colleagues through technical guidance and knowledge sharing
• Developing multimodal access strategies and transport solutions for development and public-sector projects
• Contributing to feasibility studies and masterplanning for larger development sites
• Undertaking transport analysis, including junction and capacity modelling
• Liaising with clients, architects, developers, local authorities and other stakeholders
• Attending client meetings and public consultation events
• Supporting business development, networking and the development of client relationships

What We’re Looking For

• At least 4 years’ experience in development planning within a transport planning consultancy
• Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or a related discipline
• Strong understanding of the planning system and development-related transport requirements
• Experience preparing Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Travel Plans
• Proficiency in PICADY and ARCADY, with knowledge of tools such as LinSig, Vissim or Paramics advantageous
• Understanding of pedestrian and highway capacity assessments, active travel and relevant design standards
• Strong analytical, numerical and report-writing skills
• Excellent communication skills and confidence engaging with clients and stakeholders
• Ability to manage project workloads, meet deadlines and support junior team members
• Working towards or holding professional membership with CIHT, TPS or ICE would be advantageous

Why Apply?

• Work on varied projects across development planning, active travel and sustainable transport
• Contribute to innovative transport solutions supporting sustainable development and net-zero objectives
• Take ownership of projects and develop your client-facing and project management skills
• Supportive environment with opportunities to mentor and develop junior colleagues
• Structured career progression, regular reviews and ongoing CPD
• Agile working arrangements designed to support work-life balance
• Competitive salary, company pension and discretionary annual bonus
• Monthly social events and an annual company away day