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Senior/Principal Transport Planner

Employer
Penguin Recruitment
Location
England, Bristol
Salary
£35000 - £55000 per annum + Plus Benefits
Closing date
15 Feb 2025
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Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Discipline
Transport
Function
Planner
Sector
Consultancy
Seniority
Senior Executive

Job Details



Senior/Principal Transport Planner

Overview
My client, a leading provider of transport planning, traffic engineering, and infrastructure design services, is seeking to expand their team in response to increased demand and the evolving scope of their projects across the UK. They are looking to recruit a Senior or Principal Transport Planner to join their offices in either Bristol, Sheffield, or Nottingham.

Roles and Responsibilities
This role involves contributing to the development planning process by providing expert advice and delivering key services such as Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Site Access Appraisals, and Travel Plans. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in highway and junction design, along with strong report writing and communication skills. Familiarity with software tools such as ARCADY, PICADY, TRICS, Tempro, and AutoCAD is essential.

You will be joining a dynamic and supportive team, working closely with colleagues to develop creative solutions for a variety of transport planning challenges. This is a great opportunity for someone eager to grow professionally, broaden their technical knowledge, and progress within the company.

Qualifications and Experience
  • Significant experience in development planning, with a strong understanding of the UK planning process, gained either in private practice or local government.
  • Demonstrable experience in Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Site Access Appraisals, Travel Plans, and highway/junction design.
  • Proficiency with ARCADY, PICADY, TRICS, Tempro, and AutoCAD.
  • Excellent report writing and communication skills.
  • A collaborative, "can-do" attitude and the ability to solve complex transport-related issues.


Salary & Benefits
My client offers a supportive and friendly working environment, with excellent opportunities for career development and involvement in a variety of projects. The company offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including:
  • Pension scheme with salary sacrifice option
  • Private health insurance and life insurance
  • Contributions towards professional subscriptions
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Volunteering support for local initiatives
  • Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) structure, where all eligible staff become part-owners of the business and can receive tax-free bonuses, as well as potential future payments based on ownership.


The company operates a hybrid working arrangement with core office days (currently two days a week), providing flexibility for remote work on the other days, depending on project and business needs.

Interested?

Contact Sofia Conte sofia.conte@penguinrecruitment.co.uk or call 01792 957386. We have many more vacancies available on our website.

This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position

Company

Penguin Recruitment has over 10 years experience in the Town Planning Sector. Our dedicated team of Planning Consultants are actively working with Consultancies, House Builders, Strategic Land Promoters and Local Authorities across the UK.

Whether you are a Graduate looking for that first career step, an Associate Director looking for that strategic move, or an employer in the Town Planning Sector looking for a Recruitment Partner, Penguin’s considerable experience can help you achieve your goal.

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Company info
Telephone
0121 442 0646
Location
166B Alcester Road
166B Alcester Road
Moseley
Birmingham
West Midlands
B13 8HS
GB

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