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A Transport Planning and Highway Engineering specialist consultancy is looking for a Senior/Principal Transport Planner in their Central London office. This role offers the opportunity to work on some of the most recognisable projects in Greater London such as Battersea Power Station and London Pavilion. You will be taking a leading role in a team of 20, managing these strategic projects, leading junior transport planners and working with the senior leadership team to develop client relationships. Key Responsibilities Technical & Project Delivery Lead the preparation and review of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans and Technical Notes Provide expert transport planning input to support planning applications and development-led schemes Undertake and oversee junction capacity assessments and traffic modelling (e.g. ARCADY, PICADY, LINSIG, TEMPro) Review highway and access designs to ensure compliance with local authority and national guidance Advise on active travel, public transport and sustainable transport strategies Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring delivery to programme and budget Client & Stakeholder Management Act as a key point of contact for developers, architects, planners and local authorities Attend and lead design team meetings, planning meetings and public consultations Support negotiations with highway authorities and planning officers Contribute to fee proposals, scopes of work and business development activities Leadership & Mentorship Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior and intermediate transport planners Review technical outputs and ensure high-quality, commercially aware delivery Support the development of internal best practice and technical standards Essential Requirements Degree (or postgraduate qualification) in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or a related discipline Significant experience (typically 8+ years) in a development planning or transport planning consultancy Proven track record delivering transport planning support for planning applications Strong knowledge of UK planning policy, highways guidance and local authority processes Experience preparing and reviewing Transport Assessments and Transport Statements Competence in junction modelling software (e.g. LINSIG, ARCADY, PICADY) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Confident client-facing professional with commercial awareness Ability to manage workloads, deadlines and junior staff effectively If interested in this position, but would like to find out more before formally applying, please contact Taylor Smith at Calibre Search Manchester. Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.

Job Title: Town Planner Senior Planner Planning Manager Location: Hampshire The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a busy and growing Planning department. We are looking to appoint a Planner, Senior Planner or Planning Manager to join a hands-on Planning team, taking responsibility for managing the planning process from site inception through to the receipt of planning permissions and beyond. This role will involve working on residential sites typically ranging from 30 to 200 units, alongside future land promotion initiatives. No two days will be the same. Reporting directly into the Director of Regeneration, this position would suit someone with a minimum of 2 years' post-graduate experience gained within a Planning Consultancy, Local Authority, or Residential Developer environment. Key Responsibilities Compile planning applications, conditions, and appeal documentation for submission to Local Planning Authorities Manage the end-to-end submission of planning applications Undertake research on previous planning applications and site history Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders Attend Planning Committee and Public Consultation meetings Monitor and review local planning policy and Local Plan reviews Maintain accurate internal records and planning policy databases Consider wider planning strategies including transport, economy, sustainability, climate change, and heritage Instruct, manage, and liaise with external consultants and engineers Collate evidence from public consultation where required Work closely with the wider planning and operational teams Experience Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience) Minimum of 2 years' experience working as a Planner or above Strong understanding of the UK planning system and approval processes Experience presenting to the public, council officers, and committee members Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team Confident working with a diverse range of stakeholders Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

Senior Town Planner - Southampton (Hybrid) Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 (DOE) + benefits A well-established, multi-disciplinary planning and design consultancy is looking for an experienced Senior Town Planner to join its Southampton-based team. The firm is known for its integrated approach, bringing together planning, architecture, urban design, and environmental expertise to deliver thoughtful, sustainable developments across the South of England. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected practice with a strong reputation for professionalism, creativity, and collaborative working. You'll be part of a supportive environment where planners are empowered to take ownership of their work, develop lasting client relationships, and play an active role in shaping places that make a positive impact. The Role You'll manage a varied portfolio of projects - from strategic site promotions and complex planning applications to rural diversification schemes and urban regeneration. Working closely with in-house design and environmental specialists, you'll provide strategic planning advice and deliver high-quality work that stands up to scrutiny. Key Responsibilities Managing planning applications, appeals, and development appraisals Providing strategic and policy advice to clients and stakeholders Coordinating inputs from design, transport, and environmental teams Representing clients in meetings with local authorities and consultees Supporting junior colleagues and contributing to business development activity About You MRTPI qualified (or close to qualification) Minimum of 3 years' post-graduate experience, ideally within a consultancy environment Proven ability to manage projects and liaise effectively with clients and local authorities Strong communication, analytical, and report-writing skills A proactive, commercially minded approach with an eye for detail What's on Offer Competitive salary and discretionary bonus scheme Flexible hybrid working, with a well-connected Southampton office base Ongoing professional development and RTPI support The chance to work alongside a multidisciplinary team passionate about sustainable design and good planning If you're an ambitious planner looking to take the next step in your career and join a consultancy that values quality, collaboration, and professional integrity, we'd love to hear from you. Contact Neil Ellerton of Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) to discuss further.

Job Title: Senior Environmental Consultant (EIA) Location: Birmingham (Hybrid Working) Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading global multi-disciplinary consultancy in their search for a Senior Environmental Consultant to join their established Environment Practice in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of our cities and environments, working on high-profile infrastructure projects that address climate change, sustainable growth and complex environmental challenges. The Opportunity Our client operates a large and highly regarded UK Environment Practice, delivering world-class environmental consultancy and advisory services across major infrastructure and development projects. The Birmingham team works with key national infrastructure bodies, water companies and local authorities, delivering innovative and sustainable solutions across the Midlands and beyond. This position offers an excellent career development opportunity for an experienced environmental professional looking to take the next step within a collaborative and fast-paced consultancy environment. The Role As a Senior Environmental Consultant, you will play a key role in coordinating and delivering environmental inputs across multidisciplinary engineering and infrastructure projects. Key Responsibilities Coordinating and supporting the delivery of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), options appraisals and environmental management activities. Championing high standards of environmental performance within multidisciplinary project teams. Contributing to the development of projects to ensure optimal environmental outcomes. Collating, editing and reviewing technical information to produce clear, high-quality reports. Delivering your own work to a high standard, on time and within budget. Managing client interactions in a confident and professional manner. Supporting bid preparation and contributing to new business development initiatives. Undertaking Continued Professional Development (CPD) in line with professional body requirements. You will work collaboratively with engineers, planners and environmental specialists across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and development schemes. About You We are seeking an enthusiastic and technically strong environmental professional with consultancy experience. Essential Requirements Degree or Masters in an environmental or science-related discipline. Relevant post-graduate experience, ideally within a consultancy environment. Strong understanding of the EIA process and associated environmental technical disciplines. Experience working within multidisciplinary teams. Excellent report writing, analytical and presentation skills. Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Highly self-motivated with a genuine commitment to delivering sustainable outcomes. Desirable Chartered status (or working towards). Experience working on linear infrastructure projects such as rail or road schemes. Flexibility to work from alternative office or client locations when required would be beneficial. What's on Offer This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded consultancy offering genuine long-term career progression and professional development. The successful candidate will benefit from: Competitive salary (commensurate with experience) Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Generous holiday allowance Comprehensive and flexible benefits package Structured training, mentoring and ongoing professional development Clear progression opportunities within a large and established Environment Practice Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on or

Our client is an independent transport planning and highway design consultancy based in Central London and specialising in development planning work across the UK. providing advice throughout all stages of the development planning process, from initial feasibility studies to successfully securing planning permission, the discharge of planning conditions and detailed highway design. Thay now require a GRADUATE TRANSPORT PLANNER to work from prestigious Central LONDON OFFICES They are looking for a graduate with a relevant degree, ideally in either Geography or Transport Planning, with Good writing and communication skills and a positive, outgoing personality The role will involve The Production of detailed transport assessments. Development of access strategies for all modes. General knowledge of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges. The analysis of development effects on road and junction capacity. Preparation of concise, well-written reports. Management of small projects. Attendance at technical meetings with clients, teams and public authorities. Stakeholder and public engagement. Proficiency in some or all of LINSIG, ARCADY, OSCADY, TRANSYT, PICADY, GIS, Autodesk and Microsoft Office preferred The role is varied, dynamic and offers career development and progression for the right candidate with the will to succeed PLEASE SEND LATEST CV TO APPLY

A Specialist Transport Planning consultancy in Bristol are looking for a Graduate Transport Planner to begin their career in the industry! They are willing to massively invest in you, offering full training and support whilst you help the team deliver a range of transport planning schemes including Travel Plans, Transport Assessments and Traffic Forecasting! You will be joining an extremely close-knit office in Bristol and be supported by all members of the team from the Directors to other Graduates in the team. As a Graduate Transport Planner, you will be mainly involved in collecting transport data from a range of external sources, learning how to write transport assessments and travel plans and undertake Junction Modelling using ARCADY, PICADY and LINSIG. Graduate Transport Planner Responsibilities Assist in the preparation of Transport Assessments, Transport Feasibility Studies and Travel Plans. Focus on the preparation of junction capacity analysis, figures for reports, swept path assessment, analysis of data, and drawings of transport improvements including junction designs. Expected to work with and prepare spreadsheets and write reports. Work as part of a growing team and required to carry out a variety of tasks so that report delivery deadlines are met. Will have the opportunity to become involved in a wide variety of exciting development projects and will be a critical part of a very busy commercially focused team with an expanding workload. Will benefit from one-to-one training and training from all members of the team on a wide range of tasks that encompass transport planning. Graduate Transport Planner requirements You will have achieved or be on target to achieve an Honours Degree in Civil Engineering, Transport Planning, Geography, Statistics, Economics, Operational Research or equivalent subject. Preferred - You will have relevant work experience gained through summer placements and internships or are able to demonstrate a genuine interest to work in Transport planning. You must be eligible to live and work in the UK at the time you start employment.

Technical Director / Associate Director - Town Planning Location: North of England (Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield - Hybrid/Flexible) Salary: Highly competitive + bonus + car allowance Job Type: Permanent Full Time An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Technical Director or Associate Director of Town Planning to join one of the UK's most progressive and influential planning consultancies. This is a key leadership role within a well-established, multidisciplinary team delivering nationally significant infrastructure and development projects. As part of a highly respected Planning & Environment team, you'll help shape major schemes across sectors including transport, energy, water, and housing - all while tackling the biggest challenges of our time: climate change, Net Zero, ESG, Biodiversity Net Gain, and digital transformation. The organisation is truly at the forefront of thought leadership in planning, sustainability, and infrastructure development. The Opportunity This is a growth-focused leadership position for an experienced planning professional with a strong track record in the infrastructure and development sectors. You'll be instrumental in expanding the Northern team's reach, driving new business, and delivering high-impact consultancy across the public and private sectors. You'll also have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across the UK and influence government thinking on major policy areas. Key Responsibilities: Lead, grow and mentor a team of Town Planning professionals across Northern England Deliver high-quality planning services for major infrastructure and development schemes Manage commercial aspects of projects, including resourcing, costing, and governance Lead multidisciplinary bids and proposals for new work Drive new business development and nurture key client relationships Work closely with technical teams in transport, energy, water, housing and environmental consultancy Represent the team externally at events, conferences and within the wider industry Support a collaborative, inclusive and high-performance team culture About You: Chartered Member of the RTPI with a relevant degree or postgraduate qualification Strong experience in consultancy or a client-facing planning environment Excellent working knowledge of UK planning policy, procedures and legislation Proven ability to lead major projects and manage multidisciplinary teams Demonstrated success in business development and client engagement A confident communicator with the gravitas to represent the team at a senior level A collaborative and forward-thinking leader, with a genuine passion for planning and sustainability Why Apply? Join a nationally renowned team that's influencing infrastructure and policy at the highest levels Work on diverse, high-profile projects across the UK Enjoy flexible working arrangements, with offices in major cities including Manchester, Leeds and Sheffield Be part of a culture that values innovation, collaboration and professional development Excellent salary, generous benefits, and long-term career opportunities Interested? This is a rare opportunity to join a top-tier planning consultancy at a senior level. If you're ready to make a significant impact, apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. email (url removed) or call (phone number removed) Reference - 57106