Transport Planner

JP Engineering; Tyseley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is looking for a talented Transport Planner to join their Development Planning team in Birmingham. In this role, you will deliver high-quality transport advice for various planning projects across the UK, working collaboratively with engineers and clients. Candidates should possess a degree in Transport Planning or related fields, and ideally, have over two years of relevant experience. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and the choice of hybrid working to enhance work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible/hybrid working options

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a transport/development planning role in the UK.
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system and relevant transport guidance.
• Proficient in technical analysis tools and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, and Travel Plans.
• Conduct site access appraisals and junction capacity assessments.
• Liaise with clients and local authorities.

Skills

Transport planning experience

Communication skills

Technical analysis tools proficiency

Education

Degree in Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering or related

Tools

TRICS

Junctions (PICADY/ARCADY)

TEMPro

Job description

Position: Transport Planner - Development Planning

Location: Birmingham(Hybrid working available)

Salary: Competitive + benefits

Contract: Permanent, full-time

About the Role

We are working with a leading consultancy seeking a talented Transport Planner to join their Development Planning team. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality transport advice and technical outputs for a range of planning and development projects across the UK. This is an exciting opportunity to further your career in a collaborative and supportive environment, working closely with engineers and clients to shape transport strategies for future developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and contribute to Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, and Travel Plans.
• Conduct site access appraisals, junction capacity assessments, and parking reviews.
• Assist with the production of transport chapters for Environmental Statements.
• Liaise with clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Support senior team members with project management and proposal preparation.
• Analyse transport data using software such as TRICS, Junctions (PICADY/ARCADY), and TEMPro.

About You

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a transport/development planning role in the UK.
• Strong understanding of the UK planning system and relevant transport guidance (e.g. NPPF, Manual for Streets).
• Proficient in technical analysis tools and report writing.
• Educated to degree level in Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and keen to grow professionally.

Why Join?

• Supportive team environment with real opportunities for progression.
• Flexible/hybrid working options.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Interesting and varied project work.
• A friendly, inclusive culture that values your ideas and input