Transport Planner (all levels)

NegotiableFareham, EnglandPermanentTransport PlannerOverviewAn early-career Transport Planner responsible for supporting and delivering small to medium projects. You'll develop technical skills, contribute to reports and modelling, and build client-facing experience.RequirementsDegree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent experience)~2+ years' transport planning experienceWorking towards professional membership (e.g. CIHT, TPS)Knowledge of UK design guidance and planning policyExperience with AutoCAD, TRICS and modelling toolsStrong written and verbal communicationKey ResponsibilitiesLead smaller projects with support from senior staffProduce Transport Statements, Travel Plans, Technical Notes and Access AppraisalsSupport Transport Assessments and modelling workUndertake site visits and provide initial design inputPrepare drawings (visibility splays, tracking, access design)Attend client, design team and LHA meetingsSupport public consultations and stakeholder engagementContribute to fee proposals for smaller schemesSenior Transport PlannerReports to: Line Manager / Team LeadOverviewA more experienced consultant leading projects, managing clients, and supporting junior staff. You'll take ownership of technical delivery and play a visible role in client relationships.RequirementsDegree (or equivalent experience)~5+ years' experienceMember of a relevant professional bodyStrong understanding of policy, design standards and modellingExperience managing workload and mentoring junior staffKey ResponsibilitiesLead and project manage schemes (budget, programme, delivery)Write, review and occasionally approve technical reportsPrepare appeal documentation (Statements of Case, Common Ground)Manage client and stakeholder relationshipsLead meetings, consultations and LHA discussionsMentor and support junior team membersPrepare fee proposals and support bidsIdentify mitigation strategies for transport impactsPrincipal Transport PlannerOverviewA senior technical leader responsible for project oversight, team development, and wining work. You'll combine strong technical credibility with commercial awareness.RequirementsDegree (or equivalent experience)~7+ years' experienceChartered or professionally qualifiedStrong leadership, mentoring and project management experienceKey ResponsibilitiesOversee and approve technical work across projectsAct as technical lead on major schemesPrepare appeal evidence and act as expert witness where requiredManage clients and maintain high-level relationshipsLead project teams and mentor staffPrepare and review tenders and fee proposalsIdentify and secure new business opportunitiesSupport team strategy, KPIs and performance managementLine management responsibilities (including appraisals)Associate Transport PlannerOverviewA senior leadership role focused on business growth, strategic delivery and team leadership. You will drive client relationships, win work, and contribute to regional/business strategy.RequirementsDegree (or equivalent experience)~9+ years' experienceChartered membership (or equivalent)Proven experience in business development and team leadershipKey ResponsibilitiesLead major projects and oversee delivery across the teamBuild and maintain key client relationshipsWin and secure new businessContribute to regional and company growth strategyLead bids, tenders and fee proposalsMentor and develop staff at all levelsAct as expert witness where requiredManage performance, resourcing and team structureRepresent the business externally and at industry eventsCore Competencies (Applies to All Levels)Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skillsAbility to manage workload and meet deadlinesCommercial awareness and problem-solving mindsetCollaborative approach with clients and internal teamsCommitment to quality and continuous improvementCore ValuesCustomer: Deliver high-quality outcomes and build long-term relationshipsOpenness: Work transparently and collaborativelyResults: Focus on delivering value and achieving project goalsExcellence: Maintain high standards and continuously improve