Principal Transport Planner at SLR Consulting
Overview
SLR’s Exeter transport planning team provides advice to clients across sectors including residential, commercial, retail and energy on projects ranging from new settlements to small scale landowner developments. We work across the private and public sectors with a focus on the southwest peninsula and the south coast of England. We are an agile team, with wider work across the UK and collaboration with international colleagues on projects in the USA and Australia.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Transport Planning professional to join at Principal grade, to assist with both project delivery and with client and team management activities within the Exeter office.
What You Will Do
* Deliver Vision Led Transport Assessments, Statements and Travel Plans
* Use professional judgment and personal initiative to develop effective and constructive solutions
* Assist with wider transport planning work including bespoke EV advisory services
* Manage client relationships to secure work and negotiate fee proposals
* Plan and carry out marketing activities
* Ensure profitability of designated projects
* Keep up to date with relevant technical, legal and policy changes
* Develop colleagues within the project team
* Provide guidance on quality matters and technical issues
About Us
SLR are global leaders in Sustainability Solutions, helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals. We are a consultancy with 4000+ employees across 6 regions in over 125 countries. Our ‘one team’ culture is at the heart of our business, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional development. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including a company pension, healthcare, travel and life insurance, and a structured career framework with regular reviews and opportunities for progression. We provide 25 days of annual leave, flexible bank holidays, and flexible, agile and hybrid working to help balance professional and home life.
About You
* Relevant degree (or higher) level qualification and membership of a relevant professional body (MCIHT or similar)
* Demonstrable experience at a comparable level within transport planning in a consultancy or similar environment
* Proven project delivery capabilities, along with leadership and client management skills
* Strong software modelling capabilities on relevant software packages, e.g. ARCADY/PICADY/LINSIG
Culture & Inclusion at SLR
We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer. Through our Regional C&I Committees, Global Council and Employee Networks, we foster an inclusive environment where all people can thrive. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those from groups that are currently under-represented at SLR, such as 2SLGBTQI+, Indigenous peoples, ethnic minority groups, women, and people with disabilities, including those who are neurodivergent. If you require any special adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and guarantee interview opportunities for applicants with disabilities who meet the essential requirements for the job.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
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