Transport Planner

Carrington West; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking planning consultancy based in Southampton is seeking a Transport Planner to deliver technical assessments and transport strategies. The role involves working with diverse clients on various development planning projects. Ideal candidates will have a degree in a relevant field and strong skills in transport analysis and communication. The position offers a salary of £35,000 - £40,000 plus benefits, with opportunities for professional development and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development support

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Previous experience in development planning and transport consultancy.
• Strong technical skills in transport modelling and analysis software.
• Ability to write clear, concise reports for planning submissions.
• Strong communication skills for client and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical assessments and transport strategies for planning applications.
• Work on transport assessments, travel plans, and junction modelling.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders.

Skills

Transport modelling analysis

Communication

Technical report writing

Education

Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or similar

Tools

Junctions (PICADY/ARCADY)

LinSig

TRICS

Job description

Overview

Transport Planner - Development Planning | Southampton

Are you ready to take your Transport Planner career to the next level? This is your chance to work on a diverse portfolio of development planning projects while enjoying tailored support, career progression and the benefits of being part of a forward-thinking planning consultancy. You will join a highly respected consultancy that is known for its collaborative approach, innovative solutions and commitment to staff development. Based in Southampton, the team works with private and public sector clients on a wide range of schemes, from residential and commercial developments to mixed-use projects, giving you exposure to interesting and challenging work.

As a Transport Planner in the development planning team, you will play a key role in delivering technical assessments and transport strategies. You will be working on transport assessments, travel plans, junction modelling and accessibility studies to support planning applications. You will liaise with clients, local authorities and stakeholders, providing professional advice and contributing to sustainable, practical transport solutions.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical assessments and transport strategies for planning applications.
• Work on transport assessments, travel plans, junction modelling (e.g., ARCADY, PICADY) and accessibility studies.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities and stakeholders, providing professional advice and contributing to sustainable transport solutions.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in development planning and transport consultancy.
• Strong technical skills in transport modelling and analysis software such as Junctions (PICADY/ARCADY), LinSig or TRICS.
• Ability to write clear, concise reports to support planning submissions.
• Strong communication skills to engage with clients, local authorities and colleagues.
• A relevant degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or similar.

Benefits

• Salary of £35,000 - £40,000 per year, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid working in Southampton.
• Professional development support and opportunities to work on landmark projects across the region.
• Clear progression path with potential to grow into a Senior Transport Planner role.

Additional Information

This role is based in Southampton with hybrid working available, offering the balance of office collaboration and remote flexibility. If you feel you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you, you may still send your CV. We recruit for roles similar to this one UK-wide and are keen to chat discreetly about employment situations. Carrington West’s Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, with a specialist team that has a combined 100+ years in the market. For more information, contact Adam Butler at Carrington West on 07889 214 154.

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