Senior Transport Planner - Manchester

Tetra Tech Europe; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking a Senior Transport Planner in Manchester to deliver transport planning solutions across residential, commercial and mixed-use developments. The role blends technical delivery with collaboration across private and public sector projects.

You will produce Transport Assessments, Travel Plans and Environmental Impact Assessment inputs, engage with clients and stakeholders, and mentor junior colleagues while supporting business development through proposals.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing Transport Assessments and Travel Plans for private and public sector projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; AutoCAD and GIS knowledge advantageous.
• Degree (or Masters) in transport planning, civil engineering, geography or related field; professional accreditation desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Transport Assessments, Travel Plans and Environmental Impact Assessment inputs.
• Engage with clients, stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams throughout projects.
• Support junior colleagues and contribute to business development through client interaction and proposals.
• Mentor and lead within a multidisciplinary project team to maintain high performance.

Skills

Transport Assessments

Travel Plans

Environmental Impact Assessment

TRICS

TEMPro

Junctions

LinSIG

Transyt

UK planning processes

Stakholder engagement

Education

Degree in transport planning / civil engineering / geography

Masters in related field

CIHT accreditation

CILT accreditation

TPP accreditation

ICE accreditation

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join a forward-thinking consultancy where your expertise will directly influence sustainable development, infrastructure delivery, and smarter mobility solutions across a diverse project portfolio.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

As a Senior Transport Planner within our Manchester-based Transport North team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, development-led transport planning solutions. Working across both private and public sector projects, you will contribute to a wide range of schemes including residential, commercial, and mixed‑use developments.

This role blends technical delivery with collaboration—producing Transport Assessments, Travel Plans and Environmental Impact Assessment inputs, while engaging with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams. You will also support junior colleagues and contribute to business development through client interaction and proposal preparation.

Your Impact in this Position

You will influence how developments integrate with transport networks, helping to deliver sustainable and practical solutions. Your insight will guide project outcomes, shape client decisions, and strengthen long-term partnerships, all while advancing best practice in transport planning.

Core Capabilities

Technical Expertise

• Deliver robust Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, and technical reports
• Apply transport modelling tools such as TRICS, TEMPro, Junctions, LinSIG and Transyt
• Interpret complex datasets to inform clear, evidence-based recommendations

Planning & Policy Knowledge

• Demonstrate strong understanding of UK planning processes
• Apply transport policy with a focus on sustainability and active travel
• Integrate environmental considerations into transport strategies

Communication & Client Engagement

• Build effective relationships with clients and project stakeholders
• Present technical information clearly in reports, meetings, and proposals
• Contribute to work‑winning through high-quality fee submissions

Collaboration & Leadership

• Mentor and support junior team members
• Work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams
• Contribute to a positive and high‑performing team culture

Problem Solving & Delivery

• Take a methodical, detail‑focused approach to complex challenges
• Produce accurate, concise and well‑structured technical outputs
• Manage priorities across multiple projects and deadlines

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

You will have relevant industry experience in transport planning, including preparation of Transport Assessments and Travel Plans. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential, with AutoCAD and GIS knowledge advantageous. A degree (or Masters) in transport planning, civil engineering, geography or a related field is required, with professional accreditation (CIHT, CILT, TPP or ICE) desirable.

Working Environment

This is a full‑time role based in Manchester with hybrid working in place, typically combining office and home working. Flexible working arrangements are supported, with an expectation of regular in‑office collaboration alongside opportunities for remote working.

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.

We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science to solve our clients’ most complex problems.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day‑to‑day role.