Senior Transport Planner

Mattinson Partnership; West of England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent consultancy in the UK seeks a Senior Transport Planner based in Bristol. You will manage transport planning projects, write technical reports, and collaborate with clients. The ideal candidate has a degree related to transport, 2+ years of experience, and skills in TRICS and Excel. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual leave increases with time

Flexible working arrangements

Development plan including mentoring

Support toward Chartership

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in transport planning.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Self-starting attitude and a drive to keep learning.

Responsibilities

• Writing technical reports for transport assessments and travel plans.
• Conducting junction capacity modelling and CAD work.
• Collaborating with clients, project teams, and stakeholders.
• Representing at meetings, consultations, and exhibitions.

Skills

Transport Planning

Technical Report Writing

Client Collaboration

Junction Capacity Modelling

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Geography, Engineering, Planning, or Transport

Tools

TRICS

TemPro

Arcady/Picady

GIS

LinSig

Excel

Job description

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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.

• 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.

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