Transport Planner

Access Talent Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Transport Planner in Manchester to design and implement transportation plans for various civil engineering projects. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in a relevant field and show enthusiasm for transport planning. Responsibilities include analysing traffic data, producing transport assessments, and managing projects. This full-time position offers a competitive salary within the Transport Infrastructure sector.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in a relevant field and enthusiasm for transport planning.
• Thorough understanding of transport planning principles with a track record.
• Ability to use relevant industry-standard software.

Responsibilities

• Analysing and interpreting traffic data from external sources.
• Appraising development sites for accessibility by various transport modes.
• Producing high-quality reports and assessments for transport projects.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Presentation skills

Technical writing skills

Time management skills

Technical ability

Education

Degree in relevant field

Tools

Industry-standard software

Job description

((BST: 8:00 - 18:00 (Mon/Thurs) 8:00 - 16:00 (Fri)))

We are looking for a skilled Transport Planner to join our team in the United Kingdom. As a Transport Planner, you will be responsible for designing and implementing transportation plans and strategies for various civil engineering projects. You will play a key role in ensuring efficient and sustainable transportation systems for our clients.

Candidate Profile

• A degree qualification in a relevant field and have a genuine interest and enthusiasm for transport planning
• Have a thorough understanding of the principles of transport planning and a demonstrable track record of delivering high quality input
• Good problem-solving skills
• Excellent presentation and technical writing skills
• The ability to manage your own time to meet project deadlines and budgets
• The ability to use relevant industry-standard software packages
• An understanding of the application of highway design standards, guidance and policy
• Good technical ability
• A positive attitude

Responsibilities

• Obtaining, analysing, and interpreting traffic data from a range of external sources
• Appraising development sites in terms of their accessibility by a range of transport modes
• Undertaking junction capacity assessments
• Producing high quality reports including Technical Notes, Transport Statements, Transport Assessments, Environmental Statement chapters and Travel Plan reports, in part or in full
• Designing highway improvement schemes
• Managing your own projects and clients, with as much support and training as needed

Salary

• Salary: Competitive
• Sector: Transport Infrastructure, Production & Manufacturing
• Contract Type: Full time
• Town/City: WEST LOTHIAN