Senior Transport Planner

Carrington West; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for experienced Transport Planners at the Senior level. This role offers a stimulating work environment where you can lead Transport Assessments and engage with clients while developing innovative transport solutions. You will have the opportunity to mentor junior staff and contribute to the company's growth initiatives. With a commitment to work-life balance and professional development, this position provides a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements. If you're passionate about transport planning and eager to advance your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Ongoing training and development support

Work-life balance initiatives

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field and membership of a professional body required.
• Strong communication and analytical skills essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and prepare Transport Assessments and Travel Plans.
• Oversee feasibility studies and traffic modelling.
• Mentor junior staff and support their professional growth.

Skills

Communication Skills

Report Writing

Analytical Abilities

Transport Planning Policies

TRICS

LINSIG

ARCADY

PICADY

Team Collaboration

Self-motivation

Education

Degree in a related field

Membership of a relevant professional body

Tools

TRICS

LINSIG

ARCADY

PICADY

Job description

Our client is seeking talented and experienced Transport Planners at Senior Transport Planner level who specialise in development planning and are eager to advance their careers while contributing to its dynamic growth.

It offers a stimulating work environment where transport planners take on varied responsibilities, including client engagement, management, and technical tasks. The company fosters professional growth, values work-life balance, and encourages individuals to influence its direction while honing their technical skills.

Based in Central London, the company provides a competitive salary with benefits, flexible working arrangements, and ongoing training and development support.

Key Responsibilities

1. Leading and preparing Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, Delivery & Servicing Plans, and Construction Logistics Plans.
2. Overseeing feasibility studies, design work, data analysis, and traffic modelling.
3. Mentoring junior staff and supporting professional development.
4. Developing transport and highway solutions, identifying mitigation strategies.
5. Collaborating with clients, architects, project managers, and town planners.
6. Supporting business development and company growth initiatives.

Skills & Experience

1. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
2. Excellent report writing and analytical abilities.
3. Ability to work independently and within teams to meet deadlines.
4. Enthusiastic, self-motivated, and committed to professional growth.
5. Familiarity with transport planning policies, design standards, and software such as TRICS, LINSIG, ARCADY, and PICADY.

Requirements

1. A degree in a related field.
2. Membership of a relevant professional body.
3. Full, clean driving licence.

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