Senior/Principal Transport Planner
I'm currently working with a well-established and growing engineering consultancy that is looking to appoint an experienced Transport Planning professional to take the next step in their career.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants more ownership, leadership responsibility, and long-term progression within a business that genuinely invests in its people. You'll be joining a collaborative, supportive team culture where professional development is actively encouraged - not just talked about.
The Opportunity
The role offers the chance to lead your own team, making it a strong career move for an ambitious individual ready to step into a senior position.
You'll be responsible for managing and delivering transport statements and transport assessments across a diverse portfolio of civil and structural engineering projects, spanning the commercial, residential, industrial, and education sectors, with project values of up to £50 million.
Key Responsibilities
Managing and delivering Transport Statements and Transport Assessments from inception to completion
Leading multiple projects concurrently while maintaining strong client relationships
Acting as the technical lead and representing the consultancy at meetings
Liaising with highways authorities, planning consultants, architects, and clients
Producing high-quality technical reports and project documentation
Undertaking complex junction modelling and analysis, providing clear and practical recommendations
Applying national and local transport policy knowledge to live projectsAbout You
BEng or MEng in Geography or Transport Planning (or equivalent)
Minimum of 5 years' post-graduate experience
Chartered or actively working towards chartership (ICE, CIHT, or TPP)
Strong technical background in transport planning and traffic modelling
Proficient in relevant industry software
Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
A collaborative team player with proven or emerging leadership capability
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicleSalary & Benefits
Competitive salary with clear progression opportunities
Hybrid working and flexible hours
25 days annual leave, increasing annually to a maximum of 30 days, plus statutory holidays
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Tailored benefits package
Income protection scheme
Company contributory pension
Structured training and development programme
Full support towards CIHT chartership, including mentoring
Professional membership fees covered
Long service awards at 10, 15, and 20 years
Company-funded team-building eventsIf interested in this position, but perhaps would like to find out more before formally applying, please contact Taylor Smith at Calibre Search Manchester.
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