Transport Planner - Consultant

GreenJobs Ltd; Sandwell; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A transport planning consultancy in the United Kingdom is looking for a Transport Planner at Consultant or Senior Consultant level. You will lead a variety of transport planning projects, from feasibility to delivery. The ideal candidate should have a relevant degree and proven experience in transport planning. The role offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and clear pathways for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Support towards professional accreditation

Ongoing CPD

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience within a transport planning consultancy or similar environment.
• Good understanding of the UK planning system and development control process.
• Experience preparing technical transport reports for planning applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Travel Plans.
• Liaise directly with clients, local highway authorities, architects, and project teams.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members.

Skills

Strong written communication skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication skills

Education

Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or a related discipline

Tools

LinSig

AutoCAD

Job description

Our client is a well-established and growing transport planning consultancy delivering high-quality advice to private and public sector clients across the UK. They work on a broad range of residential, commercial and mixed-use developments, providing pragmatic, development-led transport solutions.

The Role

Our client is seeking a Transport Planner at Consultant or Senior Consultant level to join their Surrey-based team. The role will involve leading and contributing to a wide range of development-focused transport planning projects, supporting planning applications and providing technical input from feasibility through to delivery.

This is an excellent opportunity for a transport planner looking to take on greater responsibility, develop client-facing skills and progress within a supportive consultancy environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Travel Plans
• Undertake and review junction modelling and analysis (e.g. Junctions 9/10, LinSig, PICADY/ARCADY)
• Analyse traffic, pedestrian and cycle survey data and present findings clearly
• Provide transport input to planning applications and appeal work
• Liaise directly with clients, local highway authorities, architects and project teams
• Support and lead site feasibility studies and access strategy development
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members (Senior level)
• Contribute to project management, programme delivery and fee proposals
• Attend and represent the company at client and design team meetings

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or a related discipline
• Proven experience within a transport planning consultancy or similar environment
• Good understanding of the UK planning system and development control process
• Experience preparing technical transport reports for planning applications
• Strong written, analytical and verbal communication skills

Desirable:

• Experience with industry-standard modelling software (e.g. LinSig, AutoCAD)
• Experience managing smaller projects or workstreams independently
• Experience across residential and mixed-use development projects

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Clear progression pathway to Senior and Principal levels
• Support towards professional accreditation and ongoing CPD
• Exposure to high-quality projects and a varied client base
• Friendly, collaborative and professional working environment

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role.