Transport Planner
West Sussex
Transport Planner | Development Planning Consultancy West Sussex
Are you a Transport Planner looking to work on a diverse range of residential, commercial and mixed-use developments across the UK? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established engineering and transport consultancy where you will play a key role in delivering transport planning solutions that influence projects from feasibility through to planning approval and construction.
With a strong reputation for technical excellence, long-standing client relationships and nearly 50 years of industry experience, my client is continuing to expand its Transport Planning team and is looking for an ambitious Transport Planner to support a growing project portfolio.
Why Apply?
As a Transport Planner, you will gain exposure to a wide variety of projects across the residential, commercial, retail, education and industrial sectors. You will work alongside experienced transport professionals and engineers, giving you the opportunity to develop your technical expertise, increase client exposure and progress your career within a collaborative environment.
About the Consultancy
My client is a multidisciplinary engineering consultancy based in West Sussex, providing Civil Engineering Design, Transport Planning and Flood Risk services across the UK. They have built an excellent reputation for delivering practical, cost-effective and innovative solutions for developers, local authorities and private sector clients.
The business operates on a collaborative approach and prides itself on maintaining high standards of quality, customer service and technical delivery.
What You Will Be Doing
As a Transport Planner, you will be involved in the preparation and delivery of a wide range of transport planning projects.
* Preparing Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Transport Reports
* Producing Travel Plans and supporting planning applications
* Undertaking transport and traffic analysis
* Assisting with highway access assessments and feasibility studies
* Supporting masterplanning and development planning projects
* Liaising with clients, local authorities and project stakeholders
* Assisting with the preparation of technical reports and presentations
* Contributing to project delivery from inception through to completion
* Supporting senior team members on larger and more complex schemes
Skills and Experience Required
* Previous experience within Transport Planning or Development Planning
* Knowledge of Transport Assessments, Statements and Travel Plans
* Understanding of the UK planning process
* Strong report writing and communication skills
* Experience using transport planning software would be beneficial
* Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
* A degree in Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering or a related discipline
* Membership or progression towards a relevant professional institution would be advantageous
Salary and Benefits
* Competitive salary dependent on experience
* Annual performance reviews
* Pension scheme
* Ongoing professional development support
* Exposure to a varied and technically challenging workload
* Support towards professional accreditation where applicable
* Friendly and collaborative working environment
* Opportunity to work alongside highly experienced transport professionals
Career Development and Working Arrangements
This Transport Planner role offers genuine long-term progression opportunities within a growing consultancy. You will be based from the West Sussex office with flexible working arrangements available depending on experience and project requirements.
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