Senior Transport Planner

Russell Taylor Group Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transport consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Transport Planner or Principal Transport Planner. This role offers hybrid working in Leeds or Newcastle and involves delivering transport planning advice for various clients. Candidates should have proven experience in UK transport planning, including Transport Assessments and a strong understanding of highway design principles. This position is ideal for a proactive individual eager to progress within a supportive team and work on high-profile projects. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working options

Supportive working culture

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Several years' experience in UK transport planning consultancy.
• Proven experience producing Transport Assessments and Travel Plans.
• Strong analytical skills with experience collating and interpreting data.
• Knowledge of highway design principles relevant to development access.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of Transport Assessments, Statements and Travel Plans.
• Authoring transport chapters for Environmental Impact Assessments.
• Producing development-related transport reports for planning submissions.
• Collecting, analysing and interpreting transport data.

Skills

Transport Assessments

Data Analysis

Highway Design Principles

AutoCAD

GIS Software

Industry-standard Tools

Report Writing

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Client Relationship Management

Education

Degree or Master's in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS Software

TRICS

TEMPro

Junctions

LinSig

TRANSYT

Job description

Senior Transport Planner / Principal Transport Planner

Permanent | Leeds or Newcastle | Hybrid Working

The Opportunity

We are working in partnership with a leading international consultancy to recruit a Senior Transport Planner or Principal Transport Planner for their established Transport North team, based in either Leeds or Newcastle. The role offers hybrid working, combining office-based collaboration with home working flexibility.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a consultancy recognised for delivering high-quality, sustainable and resilient transport solutions, combining global expertise with strong local delivery. You will be part of a well-established and supportive team working on a broad range of development-led and public-sector transport planning projects across the North of England.

The Role

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering development-related transport planning advice, supporting planning applications and infrastructure-led growth across a diverse client base.

Projects typically involve working for housing and commercial developers, local authorities, highway authorities, architects, planners and other professional advisors.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Travel Plans
• Authoring transport chapters for Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs)
• Producing a range of development-related transport reports to support planning submissions
• Collecting, analysing and interpreting transport dataApplying highway design principles to support site access and layout design
• Undertaking site visits and attending client, stakeholder and authority meetings
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the transport planning team
• Assisting with client liaison and work-winning, including preparing fee proposals
• Staying up to date with current guidance, standards and best practice within transport planning
• Full day-to-day support will be provided by experienced transport planning professionals, alongside clear opportunities for progression.

Skills & Experience

We are seeking a motivated and versatile individual with several years' experience in UK transport planning consultancy, ideally including:

• Proven experience producing Transport Assessments and Travel Plans
• Strong analytical skills with experience collating and interpreting data
• Knowledge of highway design principles relevant to development access
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and GIS software
• Experience using industry-standard tools such as TRICS, TEMPro, Junctions, LinSig and TRANSYT
• Strong report-writing skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• A good understanding of the UK planning process
• Some experience developing and maintaining client relationships would be advantageous

Personal Attributes

• Proactive, driven and keen to progress within transport consultancy
• Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with clients and multidisciplinary teams
• Methodical approach with strong attention to detail
• Ability to produce clear, concise and well-structured technical outputs
• Collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for team-based project delivery

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Degree or Master's in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or a related discipline
• Progress toward or achievement of professional accreditation (e.g. CIHT, CILT, TPP, ICE)

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working options (including reduced or compressed hours)
• Supportive, collaborative and inclusive working culture
• Exposure to a wide range of high-profile development and infrastructure projects
• Strong commitment to professional development, innovation and long-term career progression

Important Information:

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