Transport Planner

Calibre Search; Fareham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable consultancy in Fareham is looking for a Transport Planner with a minimum of 2 years of experience in development planning. The successful candidate will manage projects and be involved in site visits and client interactions. Candidates should hold a degree qualification and have skills in transport assessments and project management. This position offers a supportive environment for professional development.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years transport planning experience, ideally looking for membership at a professional organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using Microsoft programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage small to medium-sized projects.
• Write and check Transport Assessments/Statements.
• Undertake site visits independently.

Skills

Project management

Transport Assessments

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Degree level qualification or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

TRICs

Modelling software

Job description

Overview

I am currently working with an established transport planning team that spans across 3 offices to find a Transport Planner with at least 2 years Development Planning experience.

Your role will be to deliver your own Travel Plans, Transport Assessments, Access Appraisals and Junction Models to a variety of clients in sectors such as Residential, Commercial, Sports & Leisure and much more.

You will be joining a team of over 65 that and be based in the consultancy's Fareham office. You will be able to further develop your skillset surrounded by a wealth of experience and you\'ll be given full support and training to deliver the development planning schemes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage small - medium sized projects, including budget and time management, delegating where appropriate with input from senior colleagues
• 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
• Development of good personal and company working relationships with architects/planners/local highways officers
• Complete fee proposals for small to medium projects and input into larger sites where required

Qualifications

• 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

If interested in this Transport Planner position but would like to find out more before formally applying, please contact Taylor Smtih at Calibre Search Manchester.

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