Senior Transport Planner

Matchtech; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Transport Planning Consultant to join their dynamic team in South Manchester. This role offers the opportunity to manage small to medium scale transport projects, produce comprehensive technical documents, and engage with clients and authorities. With a focus on flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options, this position allows for personal growth and a chance to make a significant impact within the company. If you are ready to elevate your career in a supportive and innovative environment, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

30 days paid leave

Pension contributions

Flexible working

Paid professional membership

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience in Transport Planning.
• High standard of writing skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage small-medium scale Transport Planning projects.
• Produce Technical Notes and Transport Assessments.

Skills

Project Management

Data Analysis

Junction Modelling

Presentation Skills

Technical Writing

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Geography

Degree in Transport Planning

Tools

Junctions10

LinSig

Job description

They're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, including part-time working, flexible hours, and hybrid/remote working.

'We're particularly keen to get across to prospective candidates that this role they really are able to make their own, and that the opportunity is there for the right person to be able to ultimately play a leading role in the company.'

Ideally a minimum 4 years' experience is required for this role with the successful candidate being able to bring the following to the role:

• Project management of small-medium scale Transport Planning projects;
• Production of Technical Notes, Transport Statements/Assessments;
• Production of Framework and Full Travel Plans;
• An understanding of highway design standards and guidance, as well as transport related planning guidance;
• Input to junction design and undertaking swept path appraisals;
• Data analysis and junction modelling (Junctions10, LinSig etc.);
• Presentation skills, including attendance at client & Authority facing meetings as well as public consultation events;
• All applicants should ideally have a relevant degree such as Civil Engineering, Geography, or Transport Planning and a high standard of writing skills.

Remuneration & Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, a number of additional benefits will be discussed in detail with all prospective candidates, including but not limited to:

• 30 days paid leave per annum (3 reserved for the Christmas period);
• Pension contributions;
• Flexible working including the opportunity to work from home;
• Paid annual professional membership/subscription.

If you are an experienced Transport Planning Consultant looking for a new opportunity to further develop your career, and bring your expertise to a growing consultancy, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in South Manchester.