Senior/Principal Transport Planner - Development

Our Transport Consulting team works with public and private sector clients to shape cities, places and developments that are sustainable, inclusive and deliverable. We act as trusted advisors, supporting clients through the planning process by combining technical rigour, strategic thinking and strong relationships to unlock complex development opportunities.The OpportunityWe have an opportunity for a Principal / Senior Transport Planner to join our innovative and collaborative Transport Consulting team. Given the variety of job titles across the industry, this role may suit candidates currently working as senior or principal transport planners, engineers or development planning consultants.You will work across a diverse range of development and infrastructure projects, including major regeneration schemes, the refurbishment and extension of buildings, masterplans, new towns and nationally significant infrastructure.Acting as a trusted advisor, you will provide early‑stage advice, lead and assure technical work, and develop transport strategies that can be clearly justified through the design and planning process. Your work will combine design input, advising clients on active travel and sustainable transport, technical analysis and modelling, and supporting on‑site and off‑site transport design requirements for all users.You will manage projects, taking responsibility for programme, quality and commercial aspects, including fee negotiations with clients. This role will provide the opportunity to work on a wide and high‑profile portfolio of projects, including major regeneration and development schemes such as Southall Gas Works, Canada Water, Green Quarter and the London Cancer Hub; new towns and strategic housing developments across the UK; and nationally significant infrastructure associated development including Heathrow expansion, HS2, White Horse Reservoir and Euston Station. You will also contribute to stadium and major event projects, alongside refurbishment and redevelopment schemes such as Brent Cross, 1 Broadgate, the O2 Centre and BBC Television Centre, gaining exposure to projects from early concept through to delivery.You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. A strong interest in how transport supports development, place‑making and wider policy objectivesUK Planning Experience Experience leading transport and development planning work, including early‑stage advice, design development, technical assurance and planning submissions, for development sites, urban areas, public realm or major destinationsThe ability to analyse, model and assess future transport demand and network requirements, and apply transport design guidance to development and infrastructure schemesExperience developing and negotiating transport strategies with local authorities, and confidently justifying technical positions through the design and planning processThe ability to manage projects, taking responsibility for programme, budget, quality and commercial outcomesStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to visualise and articulate complex problems, produce clear, structured documents and build trusted client relationshipsYou will also be motivated to develop others, contribute to the success of our business through work winning and business development, and grow your own leadership capability within a collaborative and supportive team.Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Our Application ProcessTo understand what to expect next, please visit safe online - Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.