Assistant > associate transport planner (development planning)

Level: Assistant to Associate Transport Planner – Development Planning

Location: Cambridge, UK

Department: Transport Planning / Development Planning

Role Overvie

wWe are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Transport Planner to support our Development Planning team in Cambridge. The successful candidate will assist in the preparation of transport assessments, travel plans, and supporting technical documents for a wide range of residential, commercial, education, and mixed-use developments

Working closely with Associate and Senior Transport Planners, you will contribute to the delivery of transport planning projects from initial feasibility through to planning application and post-consent stages. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop technical skills, gain exposure to the planning process, and build a career in transport and development planning

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Key Responsibiliti

• esAssist in the preparation of Transport Assessments (TAs), Transport Statements (TSs), Travel Plans, and other supporting planning document
• s.Collect, analyse, and interpret transport, traffic, and accessibility dat
• a.Undertake site visits and assess local transport conditions, infrastructure, and accessibilit
• y.Support the preparation of planning application submissions and technical report
• s.Use transport planning software and spreadsheets to undertake data analysis and forecastin
• g.Assist with junction capacity assessments and traffic impact studie
• s.Prepare plans, figures, and presentation materials for reports and client meeting
• s.Liaise with clients, local authorities, developers, architects, and other project stakeholders under supervisio
• n.Research local and national transport planning policies and guidanc
• e.Support senior team members in project management, programme monitoring, and report productio
• n.Maintain accurate project records and contribute to quality assurance procedure

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Skills and Experie

nce
Essen

• tialDegree in Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Environmental Science, or a related discipl
• ine.Strong written and verbal communication ski
• lls.Good analytical and problem-solving abilit
• ies.Competent in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPo
• int.Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary t
• eam.Strong attention to detail and organisational ski

lls.
Desi

• rablePrevious experience in transport planning, development planning, highways, or related consultancy
• work.Familiarity with UK planning policy and transport guid
• ance.Experience using transport planning software such as Junctions, LinSig, TRICS, GIS, or similar t
• ools.Membership of, or aspiration to join, a relevant professional institution such as the Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) or Transport Planning Society (
• TPS).Full UK driving lic

ence.
Personal Attr

• ibutesEnthusiastic and proactive approach to lea
• rning.Strong interpersonal skills and professional att
• itude.Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet dead
• lines.Interest in sustainable transport, placemaking, and development pla
• nning.Commitment to delivering high-quality work and client se

rvice.
Career Deve

lopmentThis role provides a structured pathway towards progression to Transport Planner and Senior Transport Planner positions. You will receive mentoring from experienced professionals and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of development planning projects across Cambridge, the East of England, and the wi

der UK.

• BenefitsCompetitive
• salary.Professional development and training
• support.Professional membership fees
• covered.Pension
• scheme.Flexible and hybrid working arran
• gements.Annual leave entitlement and wellbeing init
• to work on high-profile development projects and sustainable transport