Transport Planner | Senior Transport Planner in Bristol)

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

Job summary

A respected consultancy in Bristol is looking for a motivated Transport Planner to support various development planning and infrastructure projects across the UK. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field and a strong interest in sustainable transport. You will prepare transport assessments and work within a multidisciplinary team while benefitting from career development support in an engaging work environment.

Benefits

Career development support

Exposure to multidisciplinary teams

Collaborative company culture

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assist with Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, and Travel Plans.
• Support appraisal of development sites and access strategies.
• Undertake junction modelling and capacity assessments.

Skills

Transport Assessments

Transport Statements

Communication Skills

Transport Modelling Software

Education

Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography

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.