Senior Transport Planner – Development Planning (Hybrid)

Carrington West; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Southampton is looking for a Senior Transport Planner to deliver innovative transport solutions for new developments. You will prepare transport assessments, liaise with stakeholders, and mentor junior colleagues while enjoying a competitive salary and a flexible benefits package, including hybrid working. This role offers clear pathways for career progression into a Principal Transport Planner position.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension contributions

Ongoing professional development support

Qualifications

• Experience within a transport consultancy, ideally focused on development planning.
• Strong knowledge of planning legislation, transport policy, and industry best practice.
• Competence with transport planning and modelling tools.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• The ability to manage multiple projects effectively, meeting deadlines and client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver transport assessments, travel plans, and feasibility studies.
• Provide technical input on the design and appraisal of transport infrastructure.
• Liaise with developers, local authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Use industry-standard software to model traffic impacts and propose solutions.
• Guide and mentor junior colleagues.

Skills

Transport planning

Communication skills

Project management

Tools

TRICS

LinSig

Junctions

Job description

A leading consultancy in Southampton is looking for a Senior Transport Planner to deliver innovative transport solutions for new developments. You will prepare transport assessments, liaise with stakeholders, and mentor junior colleagues while enjoying a competitive salary and a flexible benefits package, including hybrid working. This role offers clear pathways for career progression into a Principal Transport Planner position.