Senior Transport Planner

Calibre Search; Tyseley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected UK transport consultancy in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Transport Planner to manage innovative transport projects. The role involves preparing assessments, managing project delivery, and liaising with clients and authorities. Candidates should have a relevant degree and 5+ years of experience, alongside proficiency in transport planning software. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Support for chartership

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in development planning or transport consultancy.
• Strong understanding of UK transport planning and highway design guidance.
• Excellent communication skills with confidence in client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Preparing Transport Assessments and Travel Plans.
• Managing project delivery and client liaison.
• Conducting site visits to assess transport conditions.

Skills

Transport Planning

Client Liaison

Project Management

Report Writing

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, or Geography

Tools

ARCADY

PICADY

LINSIG

TRICS

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Senior Transport Planner – Birmingham (Hybrid Working).

Are you an experienced Transport Planner looking to step up or continue your career at Senior level?

We're working with a highly respected UK transport and infrastructure consultancy, renowned for delivering innovative transport planning and development solutions across both the public and private sectors.

Due to continued growth, the team in Birmingham is seeking a talented Senior Transport Planner to take ownership of exciting development projects and help shape sustainable transport solutions across the region.

As a Senior Transport Planner, you'll play a key role in delivering a range of development planning and transport projects, working closely with clients, local authorities, and multi-disciplinary design teams.

Responsibilities

• Preparing Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, and Travel Plans.
• Managing day-to-day project delivery, including client liaison and task delegation.
• Undertaking junction capacity assessments using tools such as ARCADY, PICADY, and LINSIG.
• Using TRICS to assess trip generation and development impact.
• Reviewing and critiquing development layouts for access, parking, and highway design.
• Producing concept highway designs using AutoCAD and vehicle tracking software.
• Conducting site visits and audits to assess transport and road safety conditions.
• Working independently and as part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, ensuring deliverables meet deadlines and exceed client expectations.

Requirements

• A degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography) or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years' experience in development planning or transport consultancy.
• Strong understanding of UK transport planning and highway design guidance (DMRB, MfS).
• Proven ability with industry-standard software such as Junctions 10 (ARCADY/PICADY), LINSIG, TRICS, and AutoCAD.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to liaise with clients and local authorities.
• Strong report-writing and presentation skills.

What’s in for you?

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Hybrid working and flexible hours.
• Opportunity to work on diverse, high-profile development projects.
• Support for chartership and ongoing professional development.
• A collaborative, supportive team culture that encourages growth and progression.
• Modern city-centre offices with excellent transport links.

If interested in this position, but perhaps would like to find out more before formally applying, please contact Taylor Smith at Calibre Search Manchester.

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