Transport Consultant

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected independent consultancy in Bristol is seeking a Transport Consultant to join its team. You will prepare transport assessments, liaise with clients, and contribute to various transport projects. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, at least two years of experience, and proficiency in essential software. This role offers competitive salary, benefits, and clear progression opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Pension contribution

Discretionary company bonuses

Private healthcare

Flexible working

25 days annual leave

Support toward chartership

On‐the‐job training

Company‐funded social events

Qualifications

• At least two years of relevant post-graduate experience.
• A full UK driving licence is desirable.
• Experience with junction modelling software is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Technical Notes, and Travel Plans.
• Review site layout plans and provide highways access advice.
• Attend design team meetings and liaise with clients.

Skills

Strong numerical ability

Excellent written English

Confident communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Education

Relevant degree in Geography, Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, or similar

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoTRACK

Job description

Transport Consultant - Bristol

Location: Bristol

Hours: Full-time (37.5h/week) or part-time considered

Salary: Competitive + strong benefits package

Job Summary: An established and well-respected independent consultancy is seeking a Transport Consultant to join its growing Bristol office. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a multi-disciplinary civil engineering and transport planning environment known for quality, reliability, and a genuinely supportive culture. You will be joining a friendly, collaborative, and forward‑thinking team where fresh ideas, professional development, and long‑term progression are genuinely supported. The organisation places great emphasis on trust, independent judgement, and delivering exceptional client service.

The Role

Reporting directly to a Director, you will contribute to a range of development planning and transport projects across multiple land uses. Your responsibilities will include preparing Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Technical Notes, and Travel Plans to support planning applications. You will review site layout plans, provide highways and access advice, analyse traffic and speed survey data, calculate visibility splays, and prepare associated drawings using AutoCAD.

You will attend design team meetings, liaise with clients, consultants, and local authority officers, coordinate traffic and parking surveys, and undertake site visits and off‑site meetings where required. This role offers excellent variety, responsibility and clear scope for progression.

About You

• A relevant degree in Geography, Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, or similar.
• At least two years of relevant post‑graduate experience.
• Strong numerical ability, excellent written English, and confident communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, AutoCAD, and AutoTRACK.
• A full UK driving licence (desirable).
• Experience with junction modelling software is beneficial but not essential.

Salary & Benefits

A competitive salary is on offer, along with an excellent overall package including:

• Pension contribution
• Discretionary company bonuses
• Private healthcare
• Flexible working
• 25 days annual leave
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Support toward chartership
• Paid professional membership
• On‑the‑job training, CPD, and external training courses
• Free on‑site parking
• Company‑funded social events
• Long‑service rewards

Additional benefits: a genuinely supportive environment, opportunities for progression, and exposure to diverse and interesting transport planning projects.

Contact

Michael Finch

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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