Transport Planner – London

Location: London
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-time
Sector: Transport Planning Consultancy

The Opportunity

We are working with a leading transport planning consultancy in London who are looking to appoint a Transport Planner to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Transport Planner looking to develop their technical and consultancy experience, working on a diverse range of projects across London and the wider UK.

You will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced transport professionals, gaining exposure to a variety of development and infrastructure projects while continuing to build your career within a supportive and forward-thinking consultancy.

The Role

As a Transport Planner, you will be involved in:

• Preparing Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Travel Plans.
• Undertaking transport and traffic analysis to support development proposals.
• Carrying out junction capacity assessments using relevant modelling software.
• Assisting with traffic and transport modelling and analysis.
• Undertaking parking assessments and accessibility studies.
• Producing technical reports and supporting planning documentation.
• Liaising with local authorities, clients, developers and other project stakeholders.
• Supporting the delivery of transport planning projects from inception through to completion.
• Working closely with highways, planning and multidisciplinary teams.
• Contributing to the development of innovative and sustainable transport solutions.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• A degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or a related discipline.
• Previous experience within a transport planning consultancy, local authority or similar environment.
• Experience preparing Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and/or Travel Plans.
• A good understanding of UK transport planning principles and relevant policy.
• Experience with junction capacity modelling and/or transport modelling software.
• Strong analytical, report-writing and communication skills.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively to deadlines.
• A proactive approach and willingness to develop technically and professionally.
• Good commercial awareness and an interest in developing client-facing skills.

Experience with software such as Junctions 10, LinSig, VISSIM, ArcGIS/QGIS or AutoCAD would be advantageous, although training can be provided where required.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of high-profile projects across London.
• Structured career progression and professional development.
• Support towards professional qualifications and memberships.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.
• The opportunity to develop your technical and client-facing skills within an established consultancy.

If you’re a Transport Planner looking for your next opportunity in London, we’d be keen to hear from you.