Senior Transport Planner

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Senior Transport Planner / Principal Transport Planner

Permanent | Leeds or Newcastle | Hybrid Working

The Opportunity

We are working in partnership with a leading international consultancy to recruit a Senior Transport Planner or Principal Transport Planner for their established Transport North team, based in either Leeds or Newcastle. The role offers hybrid working, combining office-based collaboration with home working flexibility.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a consultancy recognised for delivering high-quality, sustainable and resilient transport solutions, combining global expertise with strong local delivery. You will be part of a well-established and supportive team working on a broad range of development-led and public-sector transport planning projects across the North of England.

The Role

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering development-related transport planning advice, supporting planning applications and infrastructure-led growth across a diverse client base.

Projects typically involve working for housing and commercial developers, local authorities, highway authorities, architects, planners and other professional advisors.

Key Responsibilities

Preparation of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Travel Plans
Authoring transport chapters for Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs)
Producing a range of development-related transport reports to support planning submissions
Collecting, analysing and interpreting transport data
Applying highway design principles to support site access and layout design
Undertaking site visits and attending client, stakeholder and authority meetings
Mentoring and supporting junior members of the transport planning team
Assisting with client liaison and work-winning, including preparing fee proposals
Staying up to date with current guidance, standards and best practice within transport planning
Full day-to-day support will be provided by experienced transport planning professionals, alongside clear opportunities for progression.

Skills & Experience

We are seeking a motivated and versatile individual with several years' experience in UK transport planning consultancy, ideally including:

Proven experience producing Transport Assessments and Travel Plans
Strong analytical skills with experience collating and interpreting data
Knowledge of highway design principles relevant to development access
Working knowledge of AutoCAD and GIS software
Experience using industry-standard tools such as TRICS, TEMPro, Junctions, LinSig and TRANSYT
Strong report-writing skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
A good understanding of the UK planning process
Some experience developing and maintaining client relationships would be advantageous
Personal Attributes

Proactive, driven and keen to progress within transport consultancy
Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with clients and multidisciplinary teams
Methodical approach with strong attention to detail
Ability to produce clear, concise and well-structured technical outputs
Collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for team-based project delivery
Qualifications (Preferred)

Degree or Master's in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or a related discipline
Progress toward or achievement of professional accreditation (e.g. CIHT, CILT, TPP, ICE)
What's on Offer

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Hybrid and flexible working options (including reduced or compressed hours)
Supportive, collaborative and inclusive working culture
Exposure to a wide range of high-profile development and infrastructure projects
Strong commitment to professional development, innovation and long-term career progression

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Location:
Leeds
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Consulting

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