Senior Transport Planner

Description

Our client, a respected consultancy in the transport and infrastructure sector, is currently seeking a Senior Transport Planner to join their Birmingham team on a permanent basis.

About the Role

This position offers a fantastic opportunity to be involved in a range of development planning and transport projects within both the private and public sectors. You will manage day-to-day project delivery, liaise directly with clients and local authorities, and mentor junior colleagues within a dynamic and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and deliver a range of transport planning projects from inception to completionPrepare and review Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, and Travel PlansLiaise with clients, multidisciplinary design teams, and local planning/highway authoritiesUndertake site visits and assess development layouts for access, parking, and transport facilitiesProvide concept highway design support using AutoCAD and vehicle tracking softwareAnalyse and interpret traffic and transport data to inform project decisionsEnsure all deliverables meet quality and client standards

Skills & Experience:

Proficient in ARCADY, PICADY (Junctions 10), and familiar with LINSIGExperienced in AutoCAD and ideally vehicle tracking applicationsStrong understanding of TRICS and industry-standard transport modelling toolsKnowledge of DMRB and Manual for Streets (MfS) design guidanceAbility to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiencesComfortable working independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Qualifications:

Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, or a related disciplineExperience in transport planning and development planningDemonstrable experience in project management and client liaisonChartered or working towards CIHT, TPS, or ICE professional membership (desirable)

Why Join Our Client:

Opportunity to work on high-profile and technically challenging projectsSupportive culture with strong emphasis on career progression and professional developmentModern hybrid working model with flexible hours and a collaborative team ethosCommitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation in transport design and planning

If you are an experienced Transport Planner ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's talented team in Birmingham.

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