Principal / Associate Transport Planner - Development Planning

Bristol Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this senior role, you will lead development planning projects from feasibility to planning approval, shaping the Bristol office's growth. You’ll mentor the team, strengthen client relationships and contribute to business development. Expect to manage high-quality technical delivery across residential, commercial, and regeneration schemes in a collaborative, client-focused environment. You’ll influence project direction and strategy while delivering impact for the firm and its clients.

Pay / Benefits

competitive salary
excellent benefits
ongoing professional development
collaborative and supportive team

Responsibilities

Lead preparation and technical review of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans, and Access Appraisals
Manage junction capacity assessments using Junctions 10 (ARCADY/PICADY) with trip generation forecasting (TRICS, TEMPro)
Own projects from instruction to planning approval with strong technical delivery and commercial performance
Serve as primary client liaison with local authorities and multidisciplinary design teams
Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and QA across the transport planning team
Support business development through fee proposals and securing new work in the South West
Contribute to growth and strategic direction of the Bristol office

Key requirements

Significant consultancy experience within development planning transport planning
Strong technical knowledge of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans and planning policy
Excellent working knowledge of Junctions 10 (ARCADY/PICADY), TRICS and TEMPro
Proven experience leading projects, managing client relationships and delivering high-quality work
Strong commercial awareness with ability to identify opportunities and contribute to growth
Previous experience mentoring or managing junior transport planners