Senior Transport Planner Location: Woking (Hybrid Working Available) Type: Full-time (part-time considered) Salary: Competitive + bonus + benefits A leading independent transport and infrastructure consultancy is seeking a Senior Transport Planner to join its growing team in Woking. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of development planning projects, supporting schemes from early-stage strategy through to planning consent and delivery. This role offers strong career progression, exposure to high-profile projects, and a collaborative environment where your input will directly influence project outcomes. The Role You will play a key role in delivering transport planning projects across the development lifecycle, with an initial focus on development planning and masterplanning support. Key responsibilities include:
Preparing technical reports including:
Transport Assessments
Transport Statements
Travel Plans
Access Appraisals
WCHAR / ATZ assessments
Undertaking junction capacity modelling (e.g. Arcady/Picady)
Supporting preliminary design work, including swept path analysis
Liaising with clients, local authorities, and multidisciplinary teams
Representing projects at meetings, consultations, and public events
Supporting and mentoring junior team members where appropriateCandidate Requirements
We are looking for a motivated and commercially aware transport planner who can manage their own workload and contribute to project delivery.
Essential:
Minimum 2 years' UK transport planning experience
Strong report writing and analytical skills
Proficiency in MS Excel
Experience with TRICS, TemPro, and Junctions 9
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlinesDesirable:
Experience with LinSig, GIS, or microsimulation tools
CAD capability
Progress towards or achievement of TPS PDS (or equivalent)
Relevant degree (e.g. Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, Planning)What's on Offer
Competitive salary and bonus scheme
Hybrid and flexible working options
Structured career development and mentoring support
Professional development funding (including chartership support)
Generous benefits package including pension, life insurance, and paid volunteering leave
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Regular social and team-building activities
If interested in this position, but perhaps would like to find out more information before formally applying, please get in touch with Taylor at Calibre Search Manchester.
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