Transport Planner & Flood Risk Engineer – Poole (Full-Time, Permanent) Location: Poole, Dorset Sector: Development Planning, Transport & Flood Risk Engineering Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Are you a Transport Planner or Flood Risk Engineer looking for your next challenge on the South Coast? This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading multidisciplinary consultancy delivering high-quality development planning services across the UK. You’ll be part of a specialist team that works closely with architects, planners, developers, and public sector clients to shape sustainable developments and infrastructure solutions. The Role: You’ll play a key role in producing and reviewing Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, Flood Risk Assessments, and Drainage Strategies for a wide variety of schemes — from residential masterplans and commercial developments to education and healthcare projects. The position offers the perfect balance of technical work, design input, and client-facing interaction. Key Responsibilities: * Lead and contribute to the preparation of technical reports, including Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, and Flood Risk Assessments * Prepare preliminary designs for highway and drainage schemes using CAD and other relevant design tools * Undertake data analysis, report writing, and technical reviews in line with national and local guidance * Liaise with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders throughout the planning process * Attend meetings, consultations, and public exhibitions as required * Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior team members * Assist with project management duties to ensure timely delivery of outputs * Support business development initiatives and contribute to fee proposals when required About You: * Degree-qualified in Civil Engineering, Geography, Transport Planning, or a related discipline * At least 1–2 years’ post-graduation experience in transport planning, flood risk, or drainage design * Competent in preparing development-related technical reports * Proficient in AutoCAD and familiar with Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, or PDS * Strong analytical, report-writing, and presentation skills * Confident liaising with clients, local authorities, and external stakeholders * Knowledge of relevant design standards and policy guidance at both national and local levels * Member (or working towards membership) of a relevant professional institution such as CIHT, TPS, CILT, or ICE * Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel occasionally across the UK Software Exposure: You’ll gain experience with a range of industry tools including: * AutoCAD (with Vehicle Tracking) * Civil 3D – 3D ground and road modelling * MicroDrainage – drainage design and strategy * PDS – for highway, signage, and drainage layout What’s on Offer: * Opportunity to work on diverse and high-profile projects * Excellent training and professional development support * Collaborative team culture and clear career progression * Competitive salary and benefits package