Transport Planner

Access Talent Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Transport Planner to join their team in the United Kingdom. In this role, you will design and implement transportation plans for various civil engineering projects, ensuring sustainable and efficient systems. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related fields, possess experience in transportation planning, and be proficient in software like VISSIM or Synchro. This position offers opportunities for collaboration with engineers and urban planners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Experience in transportation planning or traffic engineering.
• Familiarity with transportation modeling software.

Responsibilities

• Design transportation plans for civil projects considering traffic flow and safety.
• Conduct traffic impact assessments for proposed solutions.
• Collaborate with engineers and planners for integration.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or Transportation Engineering

Tools

VISSIM

Synchro

Cube

Job description

Transport Planner

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.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop transportation plans for civil engineering projects, considering factors such as traffic flow, safety, and environmental impact
• Conduct traffic impact assessments and propose solutions to mitigate potential issues
• Collaborate with engineers, urban planners, and local authorities to integrate transportation plans with overall project designs
• Use transportation modeling software to simulate and analyze the impact of proposed transportation plans
• Stay updated with industry trends and regulations to ensure compliance and best practices in transportation planning
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate transportation plans and recommendations to clients and stakeholders

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Transportation Engineering, or related field
• Proven experience in transportation planning, traffic engineering, or related roles
• Proficiency in transportation modeling software such as VISSIM, Synchro, or Cube
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to assess and propose solutions for transportation challenges
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities to convey complex transportation plans to clients and stakeholders
• Familiarity with relevant transportation regulations and environmental standards
• Ability to work effectively in a team and collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals