Transport Planner

Strata Construction Consulting; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic transport planning firm in Woking is seeking a passionate Transport Planner to prepare technical reports and liaise with stakeholders. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in the transport planning industry and holds a degree in a relevant subject. This role offers a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development, including a flexible working approach.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Regular performance reviews

Tailored development program

Flexible / Hybrid working approach

Qualifications

• At least two years’ experience in the transport planning industry.
• Committed to continuous professional development, such as Transport Planning Professional (TPP).
• Excellent analytical and numeracy skills.
• Proficient in conducting research and producing high-quality reports.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical reports including Access Appraisals and Transport Statements.
• Carry out junction capacity modelling and CAD design work.
• Liaise with stakeholders and external project team members.
• Represent the company at meetings and public consultations.
• Undertake site visits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numeracy skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Degree in Geography, Civil Engineering, Mathematics, Planning, or Transport Planning

Job description

Are you ready to accelerate your career in a thriving, dynamic environment? Our client is hiring for passionate and driven Transport Planners within their Woking office.

Our client provides Transport Planning services from inception and feasibility through to planning, post-permission, and detailed design. Working with everyone from developers to local planning authorities, they span the public and private sectors.

Their projects range in scale from single-unit developments through to large-scale town centre regeneration and urban extensions. Their work includes Transport Assessments, Transport Planning, Travel Planning, Accessibility Planning, Transport Modelling, and Safety Audits.

What’s on offer

• A supportive, friendly work environment
• Medical insurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Regular performance reviews
• A tailored development program through the Transport Planning Society, including funding and mentoring, as you work towards Chartership.
• Flexible / Hybrid working approach
• A role in a company that enables you to develop the career you desire in Transport Planning.

The role

• Prepare technical reports, including Access Appraisals, Transport Statements, Transport Assessments, Travel Plans and Walking, Cycling, Horse-Riding Assessment and Reviews.
• Carry out junction capacity modelling and CAD design work.
• Liaise with stakeholders, external project team members and clients.
• Represent the company at meetings, public consultations and exhibitions.
• Undertake site visits.
• Working collaboratively, supporting our Environmental teams with the production of Construction and Environmental Management Plans and Noise and Vibration Assessments, including assisting with monitoring sites.

What you need to succeed

• A degree in a relevant subject is preferred (Geography, Civil Engineering, Mathematics, Planning, Transport Planning) but not essential, additional qualifications are advantageous. Excellent analytical and numeracy skills. Proficient in conducting research and producing high quality reports.
• At least two years’ experience in the transport planning industry. Committed to continuous professional development, such as Transport Planning Professional (TPP).
• A high level of intellectual, professional, and interpersonal agility and flexibility.
• A pragmatic attitude and the ability to deal with uncertainty and change.
• Excellent time management and the ability to multi-task and make decisions around competing priorities.