Senior Transport Planner

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

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Transport Planner to join their Bristol team. This role involves delivering a range of transport planning projects, from strategic movement strategies to detailed planning applications. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and at least two years of experience, alongside strong technical skills in tools such as TRICS and CAD. The company offers a competitive salary, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Friendly, supportive team

Competitive salary and great benefits

Flexibility in work arrangements

Tailored development plan

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in transport planning.
• Strong Excel skills and clear communication.
• Self-starter with a drive to learn.

Responsibilities

• Writing technical reports including Transport Assessments and Travel Plans.
• Managing projects for high-profile schemes.
• Collaborating with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Problem Solving

Communication

Technical Writing

Adaptability

Education

Degree in Geography, Engineering, Planning, or Transport

Tools

TRICS

TemPro

Arcady/Picady

CAD

GIS

LinSig

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Managing Director at Mattinson Partnership & MP Smarter Travel

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 the 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 ( Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, Access Appraisals, transport strategy)
• Junction capacity modelling and CAD work (including Swept Path Analysis)
• project management for high profile schemes
• Collaborating with clients, project teams, and stakeholders
• Representing at meetings, consultations, and exhibitions

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.

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Strategy/Planning, Project Management, and Consulting

• Industries

  Community Development and Urban Planning and Civil Engineering

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