Transport Planning Leader & Technical Director (Leeds)

Mayer Brown Ltd.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive package and benefits

Job summary

A leading transport planning consultancy in Leeds is seeking an Associate Transport Planner / Technical Director. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and grow the regional team and influence transport planning outcomes across the North and Midlands. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in transport planning, with the ability to deliver robust advice and manage multi-disciplinary projects. The firm values high-quality solutions and long-term client relationships, offering competitive packages and career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in transport planning or engineering is essential.
• Demonstrable ability to lead teams and projects.
• Strong communication and networking skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead a business strategy for the North and Midlands.
• Deliver technically robust and commercially astute advice.
• Manage project finances and prepare fee proposals.
• Liaise with various stakeholders in the planning process.
• Mentor and recruit staff as the team grows.

Skills

Entrepreneurial and proactive

Commercially aware and results-driven

Technically strong with attention to detail

Confident in building networks

Ability to lead from the front

Job description

A leading transport planning consultancy in Leeds is seeking an Associate Transport Planner / Technical Director. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and grow the regional team and influence transport planning outcomes across the North and Midlands. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in transport planning, with the ability to deliver robust advice and manage multi-disciplinary projects. The firm values high-quality solutions and long-term client relationships, offering competitive packages and career progression opportunities.