Senior Transport Planner

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a highly capable Senior Transport Planner to join a dynamic and forward-thinking transport planning consultancy. This role offers the autonomy to take ownership of projects and the platform to grow professionally within a supportive and flexible environment. For the right candidate, this is a career-defining opportunity to progress into a future leadership role.

Key Responsibilities
Manage and deliver small to medium-sized transport planning projects
Prepare Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, and Travel Plans
Conduct junction modelling using tools such as Junctions10 and LinSig
Input to highway design and carry out swept path assessments
Analyse transport data and provide technically robust recommendations
Attend client and local authority meetings, as well as public consultations
Produce high-quality written reports and technical documentation

Requirements
Minimum of 4 years' experience in transport planning consultancy
Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or a related discipline
Solid understanding of transport policy and highway design standards
Strong analytical and written communication skills
Confident presenting ideas and solutions in client-facing settings

What's on Offer
30 days annual leave (including 3 days over the Christmas period)
Employer pension contributions
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Paid annual professional membership
A long-term opportunity to shape your own role and trajectory within the business

These roles are ideal for transport professionals ready to take the next step in their career-whether it's taking more ownership or stepping into a broader leadership position.

FOOTNOTE:

If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Eve Armstrong at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
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