Senior Transport Planner ? Bristol (Hybrid/Flexible Working Available) The Opportunity A highly regarded, employee-owned engineering consultancy with a strong national reputation is looking to appoint a Senior Transport Planner to join its expanding South West team. The Role This is a key position within a growing Transport Planning team, offering exposure to a diverse and high-quality project portfolio. Sectors include higher education, renewable energy, commercial, retail, and residential developments. Key responsibilities include:
Leading and managing multiple transport planning projects from inception to delivery
Acting as a primary point of contact for clients and stakeholders
Overseeing project finances, resource allocation, and quality assurance
Preparing and reviewing transport strategies, assessments, and supporting documentation
Contributing to expert witness work where required
Supporting senior leadership while developing your own business development capabilities
Mentoring and guiding junior team membersYou'll work with both private and public sector clients, supporting planning applications, infrastructure strategies, and wider transport initiatives.
About You
The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of technical expertise, leadership capability, and commercial awareness.
Requirements include:
Chartered status (or working towards) in a relevant transport or planning discipline
Proven experience delivering Transport Strategies, Infrastructure Delivery Plans, and parking strategies
Strong project management skills, including resource planning and meeting tight deadlines
Experience liaising directly with clients and managing relationships
In-depth knowledge of:
Access and sustainable transport strategies
Planning frameworks and agreements (e.g. S106, S278)
Relevant policy and guidance such as the NPPF and DfT Transport Assessment guidelines
Proficiency in industry-standard modelling software (e.g. Junctions 10, LinSig)
Experience in junction design and traffic data analysis for Transport AssessmentsYou'll also be someone who values collaboration, takes pride in delivering high-quality work, and supports the development of others within the team.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
Structured training and clear career progression pathways
Employee Owned trust exclusive benefits like tax free bonuses.
Industry-recognised development programmes
Flexible working arrangements
Unique lifestyle benefits, including access to exclusive holiday accommodation
If interested in this position but would like to find out more before formally applying, please contact Taylor Smith at Calibre Search Manchester.
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