Transport Planner

MacStaff; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Portsmouth is looking for a Transport Planner to support transport planning across multiple sectors. The ideal candidate will lead small to medium projects, efficiently managing budgets and responsibilities while developing strong relationships with stakeholders. Offering a competitive salary of £35K-£40K along with a comprehensive benefits package including flexible working conditions, this role is perfect for a progressive planner with consultancy experience.

Benefits

Vitality healthcare

Salary sacrifice scheme for annual leave

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Overage bonus

Bike to work scheme

Flexible working hours

Free parking on site

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of transport planning experience.
• Working knowledge of relevant design guidance and local planning policies.
• Experience with computer-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead small-medium sized projects with budget management.
• Write and check Transport Assessments/Statements and related documents.
• Attend project team and client meetings.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Technical Writing

Site Assessment

Education

Degree-level qualification or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

TRICs

Modelling software

Microsoft programmes

Job description

Supporting transport planning for award-winning Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering and Transport Planning consultancy in Portsmouth They are trusted advisors on a multitude of projects at various stages in their project lifecycle, from appraisal through to construction, and in several different sectors, including residential, commercial, and retirement & care. They will make an excellent employer for a progressive planner with consultancy experience.

You will like

The Transport Planner job itself, where you will lead and manage small – medium sized projects, including budget and time management, delegating where appropriate with input from senior colleagues. More specifically:

• Write and occasionally check Transport Assessments/Statements, Technical Notes, Travel Plans, Access Appraisals etc.
• Good understanding of modelling packages, and methodologies to calculate trip generation and distributions
• Ability to complete / review of planning drawing requirements, such as visibility splays, vehicle tracking diagrams, access designs etc.
• Undertake site visits independently and provide professional opinions accordingly, particularly to inform scheme development at early stages of projects
• Attendance at project team, client and Local Highway Authority meetings
• Help preparing material for and attendance at Public Consultations
• Complete fee proposals for small to medium projects and input into larger sites where required
• Development of good personal and company working relationships with architects/planners/local highways officers

You will have

To be successful as a Transport Planner,you will have a healthy mix of the following

• Degree-level qualification or equivalent
• At least 2 years transport planning experience, ideally exploring membership at a professional organisation
• Working knowledge of relevant design guidance & awareness of relevant local planning policies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to respond efficiently to demands at a high standard
• Ability to prioritise workload, work effectively as part of a team and on own initiative
• Experience of working with computer based systems including Microsoft programmes
• Experience using AutoCAD, TRICs and modelling software

You will get

To be successful asTransport Planner, you will enjoyacompetitive salary, £35K-£40K DOE+ Fantastic Package

• Vitality healthcare
• Salary sacrifice scheme for annual leave
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays increasing with service
• Bonus of ~10% if targets are achieved
• Overage bonus
• Bike to work scheme
• Working from home 2 days a week if desired
• Flexible working hours around core hours of 10 - 4
• Free parking on site

You can apply

To the Transport Planner by pushing the button on this job posting (recommended), or send CV to [e-mail]

NB we are also recruiting for a Senior Transport Planner at £40K-£45K, feel free to also apply that one here.