Transport Planner

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Supporting transport planning for award-winning Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering and Transport Planning consultancy in Portsmouth They are trusted advisors on a multitude of projects at various stages in their project lifecycle, from appraisal through to construction, and in several different sectors, including residential, commercial, and retirement & care. They will make an excellent employer for a progressive planner with consultancy experience.

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The Transport Planner job itself, where you will lead and manage small – medium sized projects, including budget and time management, delegating where appropriate with input from senior colleagues. More specifically:

Write and occasionally check Transport Assessments/Statements, Technical Notes, Travel Plans, Access Appraisals etc.
Good understanding of modelling packages, and methodologies to calculate trip generation and distributions
Ability to complete / review of planning drawing requirements, such as visibility splays, vehicle tracking diagrams, access designs etc.
Undertake site visits independently and provide professional opinions accordingly, particularly to inform scheme development at early stages of projects
Attendance at project team, client and Local Highway Authority meetings
Help preparing material for and attendance at Public Consultations
Complete fee proposals for small to medium projects and input into larger sites where required
Development of good personal and company working relationships with architects/planners/local highways officers

You will have

To be successful as a Transport Planner, you will have a healthy mix of the following

Degree-level qualification or equivalent
At least 2 years transport planning experience, ideally exploring membership at a professional organisation
Working knowledge of relevant design guidance & awareness of relevant local planning policies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to respond efficiently to demands at a high standard
Ability to prioritise workload, work effectively as part of a team and on own initiative
Experience of working with computer based systems including Microsoft programmes
Experience using AutoCAD, TRICs and modelling software

You will get

To be successful as Transport Planner, you will enjoy a competitive salary, £35K-£40K DOE + Fantastic Package

Vitality healthcare
Salary sacrifice scheme for annual leave
24 days holiday plus bank holidays increasing with service
Bonus of ~10% if targets are achieved
Overage bonus
Bike to work scheme
Working from home 2 days a week if desired
Flexible working hours around core hours of 10 – 4
Free parking on site

You can apply

To the Transport Planner by pushing the button on this job posting (recommended), or send CV to

NB we are also recruiting for a Senior Transport Planner at £40K-£45K, feel free to also apply that one here.

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