Senior Transport Planner

Mattinson Partnership; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Transport Planner to join their Bristol team. This role involves delivering exciting projects, writing technical reports, and collaborating closely with clients and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in transport planning and a degree in a relevant field. This opportunity offers a competitive salary, career growth, and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible work arrangements

Development plans and mentoring

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in transport planning.
• Strong Excel skills and a knack for clear, persuasive communication.
• Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Write technical reports (Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, etc.).
• Junction capacity modelling and CAD work.
• Collaborate with clients and project teams.

Skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Clear communication

Technical reporting

Client collaboration

Education

Degree in Geography, Engineering, Planning, or Transport

Tools

TRICS

TemPro

Arcady/Picady

CAD

GIS

LinSig

Job description

Senior Transport Planner
Based in Bristol
30,000 - 55,000 per year (depending on experience)

Ready to take the next step in your transport planning career? We have an opportunity to join one of the UK’s top independent consultancies and be part of a team that’s shaping better places through great design and smart thinking.

They are growing fast and need a Senior Transport Planner to help deliver an exciting pipeline of projects in ren South West. You’ll be working on everything from high‑level movement strategies for strategic sites to detailed support for planning applications.

Scope

• Writing technical reports (think: Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, Access Appraisals, etc.)
• Junction capacity modelling and CAD work (including Swept Path Analysis)
• Collaborating with clients, project teams, and stakeholders
• Representing at meetings, consultations, and exhibitions
• Working closely with the rest of the team

About You

You will be adaptable, and great with people. You’ll be confident managing projects, solving problems, and communicating clearly — both in writing and face‑to‑face.

Ideally, you’ll have:

• A degree in something like Geography, Engineering, Planning, or Transport
• At least 2 years of experience in transport planning
• A good grasp of tools like TRICS, TemPro, Arcady/Picady (CAD, GIS, and LinSig are all nice extras)
• Strong Excel skills and a knack for clear, persuasive communication
• The ability to manage multiple projects
• A self‑starting attitude and a drive to keep learning

Bonus points if you’re working towards TPS PDS or already have it, and if you’ve got local client connections in the South West.

Opportunity

• A friendly, supportive team and a lively social calendar
• Competitive salary and great benefits (your annual leave increases with time)
• Flexibility to work the way that suits you best
• A development plan tailored to you — including mentoring and support toward Chartership via the Transport Planning Society
• A real chance to grow your career in a company that values your ideas and initiative

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK’s most highly respected transport consultants at the forefront of innovation and design. Excellent, fast‑track career prospects and a very supportive and collaborative team.

Generous benefits and salary are offered to attract the best candidates. If this sounds of interest, please contact David Mattinson for further information.

Please be assured that all communications are in the strictest confidence.