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Senior transport & development planning consultant

Liverpool (Merseyside)
Permanent
Mott Macdonald
Planning consultant
€45,000 a year
Posted: 9 February
Offer description

Overview

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across global industries, delivering exciting work that defines our future and makes a societal impact. We are an employee-owned business that aims to empower, include, and value everyone. This role sits within our Transport Planning team and offers opportunities for skill development and professional progression.


Location

Location/s: Leeds, Sheffield, Newcastle, Manchester, Liverpool; UK


Role

Overview of the role: We are expanding our transport planning team in the North West and North East of the UK and are seeking a Transport / Senior Transport Planner with a background in development planning and transport engineering. You will work on high-profile projects for private and public sector clients and support internal project managers and external clients across the UK. The role is challenging and varied, with opportunities for skill development and professional qualifications.


Key Responsibilities

* Work as part of a team to assess the impacts of developments and develop appropriate mitigation
* Develop and commission transport-related surveys
* Technically analyse transport data, draw conclusions, and present findings
* Scope and produce Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans, Construction Traffic Management Plans, Servicing and Delivery Plans, EIA Traffic and Transport Chapters, and related documentation
* Provide technical advice on feasibility proposals for developments
* Develop mitigation measures, transport engineering solutions, and highway designs through feasibility and concept stages
* Attend meetings with clients and stakeholders
* Assist in the preparation of tender documentation and proposals for future work
* Post-implementation evaluation of projects


Candidate Specification

Essential

* A genuine interest in development-related transport planning, traffic management and highway engineering, with a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience
* Experience of undertaking Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans, Construction Traffic Management Plans, Servicing and Delivery Plans, EIA Traffic and Transport Chapters and similar documentation
* Experience with transport planning software packages such as TRANSYT, LinSig, ARCADY, PICADY (JUNCTIONS 8), TRICS and TEMPRO
* Understanding of feasibility, concept and preliminary highway design to standards such as DMRB and Manual for Streets
* Strong numeracy and literacy with the ability to produce clear written and verbal communication
* Practical problem-solving ability and the ability to work independently or in a team

Desirable

* Private sector background with experience supporting Local Authority and Public Sector projects
* Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D or MXRoad and vehicle tracking packages
* Experience managing elements of projects, including internal project delivery
* Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and clients, including leaders
* Experience working in partnership with clients


UK Immigration

Mott MacDonald Ltd. is not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. We welcome applications from candidates eligible for alternative immigration routes that do not require sponsorship now or in the future.


Other Information

Agile working – We offer a hybrid working policy to support wellbeing, flexibility, and trust.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion – We promote fair employment practices and an inclusive environment where everyone can contribute.

Accessibility – If you are disabled or need support to apply or attend an interview, please contact reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com.


Benefits

Health and wellbeing

* Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues
* Health cash plan to support everyday health costs
* Access to Peppy for menopause support
* Comprehensive wellbeing program for you and your family
* Salary flex to access a range of health benefits

Financial wellbeing

* Employer pension contributions matched between 4.5% and 7%
* Life assurance up to 4x salary, with option to increase to 6x
* Income protection and return-to-work support
* Flexible benefits including enhanced life cover and will writing
* Annual bonus schemes available

Lifestyle

* 33–35 days holiday per year (depending on level) with option to buy/sell leave
* Holiday entitlement increases to 35 days after 5 years’ service
* Employee saving schemes and retailer discounts

Enhanced family and carers leave

* Enhanced family leave including 26 weeks paid maternity/adoption leave, two weeks paid paternity/partner leave
* Shared parental leave up to 24 weeks paid
* Additional leave for significant caring responsibilities

Learning and development

* Professional subscription and opportunities for mentoring, training, and self-development

Networks and social outcomes

* Join diverse networks and contribute to community outcomes

Apply now or for more information about our application process, click here.

Location(s): Liverpool, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Leeds, Sheffield, Manchester

Contract Type: Permanent

Work Pattern: Full Time

Market: Transport

Discipline: Planning and modelling

Job Ref: 13327

Recruiter Contact: Emma Cantley

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