Transport Planner (Development Planning)

Transport Planner - London
Location: London
Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Working Pattern: Agile / Flexible Working

The Opportunity
An established transport planning consultancy is looking to appoint a Transport Planner to join its growing London team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with at least 2 years' consultancy experience to develop their technical skills across a varied portfolio of development planning and infrastructure projects, including residential, commercial and large-scale masterplanning schemes.
You'll work alongside experienced transport planners, contributing to projects from early feasibility through to planning applications and supporting the development of sustainable transport solutions. With a strong emphasis on professional development, innovation and collaboration, this role offers a clear opportunity to progress your career.

The Role

Preparing Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans and supporting technical reports
Developing multimodal access strategies for a range of development projects
Contributing to feasibility studies and transport strategies for large masterplan sites
Collecting, analysing and interpreting transport and traffic data
Undertaking junction modelling and highway capacity assessments
Producing plans and diagrams to support planning submissions
Contributing to transport scheme and layout design
Liaising with clients, project teams and local authorities
Attending site visits, surveys and public consultation events where required
Supporting business development and maintaining strong industry relationships

What We're Looking For

At least 2 years' experience in development planning within a transport planning consultancy
Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or a related discipline
Understanding of the planning system and development-related transport requirements
Experience preparing Transport Assessments, Transport Statements or Travel Plans
Familiarity with PICADY, ARCADY and LinSig
Knowledge of highway, pedestrian and active travel design standards
Strong analytical, numerical and report-writing skills
Good communication skills and confidence working with clients and stakeholders
A proactive, organised approach with strong attention to detail
Working towards professional accreditation with CIHT, TPS or ICE would be advantageous
Desirable software experience:

AutoCAD and associated Autodesk tools, such as AutoTrack
QGIS

Why Apply?

Work on varied development planning and infrastructure projects
Contribute to innovative transport solutions supporting sustainable development and net-zero objectives
Gain exposure to large-scale masterplanning and multimodal transport strategies
Supportive team environment with opportunities to learn from experienced colleagues
Structured career progression, regular reviews and ongoing CPD
Agile working arrangements designed to support work-life balance
Company pension and discretionary annual bonus
Monthly social events and an annual company away day

If you are seeking a Transport Planner role and want a strong option at a consultancy that can support your growth, apply directly or contact Michael from Aldwych Consulting

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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