Transport Planner

Zodiac Recruitment; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Transport Planner based in Birmingham. This role offers flexibility with a hybrid work model and the chance to contribute to impactful projects focused on sustainable development. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in transport planning, a relevant degree, and strong problem-solving skills. The position comes with competitive benefits, including performance bonuses and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual performance-based bonuses

Pension contributions

Private healthcare

Payment of professional membership fees

Flexible working arrangements

Career development opportunities

Regular company social events

Employee Ownership Trust benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in development-focused transport planning.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a positive attitude.
• Excellent presentation and technical writing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze traffic data from external sources.
• Contribute to Technical Notes, Transport Statements/Assessments, and Travel Plans.
• Conduct junction capacity assessments and site visits.

Skills

Problem-solving

Technical writing

Time management

Presentation skills

Education

Degree in Geography, Transport Planning, Town Planning, or Civil Engineering

Tools

GIS tools

Job description

Role: Transport Planner

Location: Birmingham

Salary: 29-43k (DOE)

Ref: MB1071

Are you a motivated and ambitious Transport Planner with at least 2 years of experience in development-focused transport planning? Are you ready to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking and dynamic organisation? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join a growing team of professionals dedicated to delivering innovative transport solutions.

We are seeking a Transport Planner with a passion for transport planning and a desire to contribute to a wide range of development planning projects across the UK. This role offers the chance to work on diverse and impactful projects, with a strong focus on sustainable development and the transition to net zero.

This is a hybrid role, offering flexibility to work from home and the office being based in Birmingham.

As a Transport Planner, you will:

• Gather, analyse, and interpret traffic data from various external sources.
• Assess development sites for accessibility across multiple transport modes.
• Contribute to the preparation of Technical Notes, Transport Statements/Assessments, Environmental Statement chapters, and Travel Plans.
• Create technical figures and use GIS tools to support reports and assessments.
• Conduct junction capacity assessments and site visits.
• Assist in masterplan and junction design, as well as the design of highway improvement schemes.
• Work collaboratively with an experienced team, receiving tailored support to aid your professional development.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• A degree in a relevant field such as Geography, Transport Planning, Town Planning, or Civil Engineering.
• A minimum of two years of experience in development-focused transport planning.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a positive attitude.
• Excellent presentation and technical writing abilities.
• The ability to manage your time effectively to meet deadlines and budgets.
• A genuine interest and enthusiasm for transport planning.

Your typical day will involve:

• Collaborating with colleagues to deliver high-quality transport planning solutions.
• Analysing data and preparing technical reports to support development projects.
• Engaging with clients and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.
• Contributing to the design and assessment of transport infrastructure.
• Balancing multiple tasks and deadlines in a dynamic and supportive environment.

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary and annual performance-based bonuses.
• Pension contributions and private healthcare.
• Payment of professional membership fees.
• Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunities for career development, including one-on-one mentoring from senior staff.
• Regular company social events to foster team collaboration and camaraderie.
• The chance to work on innovative projects that contribute to sustainable development.
• Employee Ownership Trust benefits, including tax-free bonuses, ensuring the company is run for the benefit of its employees.

Why Join?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive organisation that values its employees and fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. With a flat management structure, you'll have the chance to make a real impact from day one, contributing to meaningful projects that shape the future of transport planning.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and work with a team that's passionate about making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

What to do next:

If you are interested in this Transport Panner role in Birmingham, then please click on the link to apply.

If you are interested in hearing about any other opportunities within Transport Planning, Traffic Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Structural Engineering, Drainage Engineering, or Flood Risk Engineering, then please contact Martin on (phone number removed) for further information.