Transport Planner (Development)

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Transport Planner to join their dynamic team in Greater London. This role offers the opportunity to engage in diverse projects, from leisure and sports schemes to town center regeneration. You will contribute to planning applications, manage multiple projects, and collaborate with clients and stakeholders. The company is committed to your professional development, providing support for technical growth and qualifications. If you are passionate about transport planning and wish to make a meaningful impact, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven record in technical planning work supporting applications and strategies.
• Experience preparing traffic data for Transport Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Participate in client meetings and project workshops.
• Contribute to planning application deliverables and transport strategies.

Skills

Technical Planning

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Junction Capacity Modelling

Project Management

Education

Degree in Transport Planning or related field

Tools

Junctions 10

LinSig

Job description

Transport Planner (Development), England, GB

Client: WSP UK

Location: England, GB, United Kingdom

Job Category: Logistics

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 8

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description

In today’s world, it’s important to work for a company with a clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

When considering a career move, it’s vital to work for a business aligned with your values and goals, a place where you can belong. See what WSP stands for in 2024 and beyond…

To find out more about our Development Planning business, visit: https://www.wsp.com/en-gb/hubs/planning-and-development

Responsibilities

• Participate in client meetings, project workshops, stakeholder engagement, and design team liaison (both internal and external).
• Contribute to and author planning application deliverables and transport strategies.
• Contribute to various development projects across sectors and clients.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• The Manchester team will support your technical development and career progression, including internal programs like the Client Confident Programme and professional qualifications (CEng and TPP).

Team Overview

The Manchester Development team handles a diverse range of projects: leisure/sports schemes (e.g., Eden Project Morecambe/Dundee, Aston Villa), town centre regeneration (Hind Street Wirral, Red Bank Victoria North Manchester), logistics (distribution centres, industrial units), energy (HyNet, Port of Tyne), retail (Cheshire Oaks, Bootle Strand), and public transport strategies (Wythenshawe Park, Oldham Town Centre).

Qualifications

• Meet the requirements for an Assistant/Transport Planner grade with a proven record in technical planning work supporting applications and strategies.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and pride in work quality.
• Ability to quickly understand new concepts.
• Work independently with limited supervision on technical tasks.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Assist or lead discussions with clients, project teams, and stakeholders.
• Share knowledge and mentor others in technical areas.
• Experience preparing traffic data for Transport Assessments and supporting Air Quality and Noise Assessments.
• Experience using junction capacity modelling software (Junctions 10, LinSig), understanding inputs, outputs, and scenario testing.
• Experience preparing Transport Strategies, Assessments, Statements, Travel Plans, and Environmental Impact Assessments.
• Experience in conceptual junction design (priority, roundabout, signals).