Principal Transport Planner

Principal Consultant

My client is looking for enthusiastic and experienced candidates with a good level of previous experience in transport development planning, either in consultancy or a local authority.

Applicants should have:
- A good understanding of the principles of transport planning
- Good presentation and technical writing skills
- An ability to manage their own time to meet project deadlines
- An ability to work with other consultancies in multi-discipline teams on development projects including residential, commercial, retail, and leisure developments
- An ability to project manage smaller and medium sized projects Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Experience in preparing and reviewing technical documents, including:
Transport Assessments
Travel Plans
Environmental Statement Chapters
- Experience building, running and understanding the outputs of Junctions 10 and LinSig software
- Knowledge of highway design in MfS, DMRB, LTN1/20 and the requirements of Active Travel England and Healthy Streets
- An ability to pursue business development opportunities and building client relationships
- Supporting in negotiations, and attending meetings, with Highway Authorities
- Experience in preparing fee proposals for new projects and budget management
- Inspiring, developing, and mentoring less-experienced members of staff
- TPS/CIHT/CILT Membership

The role provides an opportunity for candidates to be involved in a number of diverse development related transport projects, varying in scale and nature ensuring an interesting workload. Training is offered to all staff, including a bespoke mentoring programme and x2 professional membership subscription paid.