Transport Planner Senior Transport Planner

Penguin Recruitment; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic consultancy is seeking a Transport Planner to join their Bristol team. This role involves preparing transport assessments and engaging with clients to deliver planning outcomes on various infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Transport Planning or related fields, with strong communication skills and a proactive attitude. This position offers career development and the chance to work on exciting nationwide projects.

Benefits

Career development support

Multidisciplinary team exposure

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience in development transport planning preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and assisting with the production of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, and Travel Plans.
• Supporting the appraisal of development sites and access strategies.
• Engaging with clients, project teams, and local authorities for high-quality outcomes.

Skills

Transport Assessments

Transport Statements

Travel Plans

Client Engagement

Attention to Detail

Education

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

Tools

ARCADY

PICADY

TRICS

TEMPro

AutoCAD

Job description

Transport Planner
Location: Bristol

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Transport Planner to join a respected and growing consultancy based in Bristol. Our client is seeking a motivated and analytical professional to support the delivery of a wide range of development planning and infrastructure projects across the UK.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will work on diverse transport planning assignments that influence the success of major residential, commercial, and mixed-use schemes. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their technical skills and progress in a client-focused consultancy environment.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Preparing and assisting with the production of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, and Travel Plans
• Supporting the appraisal of development sites and access strategies
• Undertaking junction modelling and capacity assessments (e.g., using ARCADY, PICADY)
• Using relevant datasets and software tools such as TRICS, TEMPro, and AutoCAD
• Engaging with clients, project teams, and local authorities to deliver high-quality planning outcomes

About You:

• Degree qualified in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, or a related discipline
• Relevant years of experience in development transport planning preferred (but not essential)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A keen interest in sustainable transport, planning policy, and infrastructure delivery
• A proactive and organised approach with attention to detail
• Experience with transport modelling software desirable

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive and professional team working on exciting projects nationwide. You'll benefit from career development support, exposure to multidisciplinary teams, and a company culture that values initiative, learning, and collaboration.

To apply or find out more, contact Joel Bland at Penguin Recruitment.