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.
Jan 30, 2026
Full time
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.
Verelogic IT Recruitment
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Principal Transport Planner Location: Leicester or Nottingham Salary: Competitive (experience dependent) Overview An established multidisciplinary consultancy has an immediate requirement for a Principal Transport Planner to join its Transport Planning and Engineering team, based in either Leicester or Nottingham. The role involves leading the delivery of transport planning inputs for development projects and acting as a key client contact. Key Responsibilities reparation of Transport Statements, Transport Assessments, and Travel Plans to support planning applications for private sector developments Providing advice on highway and transport-related planning issues, including access strategies and feasibility studies, in line with current policy and guidance Preparing preliminary horizontal designs for site access junctions and highway improvement schemes for highway authority approval Managing multiple projects simultaneously as lead client contact, including financial aspects such as fee proposals, forecasting, and invoicing Ensuring work is delivered to a high technical standard within agreed timescales Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with clients, design teams (internal and external), and highway authorities Supporting, mentoring, and providing technical guidance to other team members Skills & Experience Essential: Degree or other qualification in a relevant subject (e.g. Transport, Civil Engineering, Geography, Planning) Proven experience in Transport Planning, managing multiple projects simultaneously Experience of financial elements of project management, including fee proposals, forecasting, and invoicing Experience acting as lead client contact and developing strong working relationships Knowledge and understanding of local and national transport policy, guidance, and best practice Experience of data collection and analysis, including commissioning surveys Experience using relevant software, including MS Excel, TRICS, and GIS Excellent report writing skills, with experience preparing Transport Statements, Transport Assessments, and Travel Plans Experience using junction modelling software, including Junctions (PICADY & ARCADY) and LinSig, with the ability to interpret and challenge results Knowledge of DfT Transport Analysis Guidance (TAG), including strategic and microsimulation modelling such as VISSIM or PARAMICS Experience negotiating planning conditions and Section 106 contributions for highways and transport mitigation Knowledge of the appeals process Knowledge and understanding of highway design standards, including sustainable and active travel innovations Excellent organisational, communication, and presentation skills Strong problem-solving and numeracy skills Ability to work efficiently within agreed timescales Strong personal work ethic, working both independently and as part of a team Leadership skills and experience developing strong working relationships Understanding of, and commitment to, equality and diversity Desirable 10+ years' industry experience with a commitment to continued professional development Postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject Membership of a professional institution (e.g. TPS, CIHT, IHE, ILT), preferably chartered or working towards chartership Experience mentoring junior team members Experience using AutoCAD, AutoTrack, PDS Sign & Line Experience in preliminary highway design, including junction design and active travel schemes Expert witness experience Additional Experience Strong experience using TRICS and Junctions is essential Experience using LinSig, GIS, AutoCAD, AutoTrack, PDS Sign/Line, and other relevant software is advantageous Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, including client liaison and financial management
Jan 29, 2026
Full time
Principal Transport Planner Location: Leicester or Nottingham Salary: Competitive (experience dependent) Overview An established multidisciplinary consultancy has an immediate requirement for a Principal Transport Planner to join its Transport Planning and Engineering team, based in either Leicester or Nottingham. The role involves leading the delivery of transport planning inputs for development projects and acting as a key client contact. Key Responsibilities reparation of Transport Statements, Transport Assessments, and Travel Plans to support planning applications for private sector developments Providing advice on highway and transport-related planning issues, including access strategies and feasibility studies, in line with current policy and guidance Preparing preliminary horizontal designs for site access junctions and highway improvement schemes for highway authority approval Managing multiple projects simultaneously as lead client contact, including financial aspects such as fee proposals, forecasting, and invoicing Ensuring work is delivered to a high technical standard within agreed timescales Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with clients, design teams (internal and external), and highway authorities Supporting, mentoring, and providing technical guidance to other team members Skills & Experience Essential: Degree or other qualification in a relevant subject (e.g. Transport, Civil Engineering, Geography, Planning) Proven experience in Transport Planning, managing multiple projects simultaneously Experience of financial elements of project management, including fee proposals, forecasting, and invoicing Experience acting as lead client contact and developing strong working relationships Knowledge and understanding of local and national transport policy, guidance, and best practice Experience of data collection and analysis, including commissioning surveys Experience using relevant software, including MS Excel, TRICS, and GIS Excellent report writing skills, with experience preparing Transport Statements, Transport Assessments, and Travel Plans Experience using junction modelling software, including Junctions (PICADY & ARCADY) and LinSig, with the ability to interpret and challenge results Knowledge of DfT Transport Analysis Guidance (TAG), including strategic and microsimulation modelling such as VISSIM or PARAMICS Experience negotiating planning conditions and Section 106 contributions for highways and transport mitigation Knowledge of the appeals process Knowledge and understanding of highway design standards, including sustainable and active travel innovations Excellent organisational, communication, and presentation skills Strong problem-solving and numeracy skills Ability to work efficiently within agreed timescales Strong personal work ethic, working both independently and as part of a team Leadership skills and experience developing strong working relationships Understanding of, and commitment to, equality and diversity Desirable 10+ years' industry experience with a commitment to continued professional development Postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject Membership of a professional institution (e.g. TPS, CIHT, IHE, ILT), preferably chartered or working towards chartership Experience mentoring junior team members Experience using AutoCAD, AutoTrack, PDS Sign & Line Experience in preliminary highway design, including junction design and active travel schemes Expert witness experience Additional Experience Strong experience using TRICS and Junctions is essential Experience using LinSig, GIS, AutoCAD, AutoTrack, PDS Sign/Line, and other relevant software is advantageous Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, including client liaison and financial management
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)
Jan 29, 2026
Full time
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)
Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Job Title: Associate / Associate Director - Town Planning Location: Newcastle Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading UK planning and environmental consultancy in the appointment of an Associate / Associate Director Planner to join their growing Newcastle office. This is a senior leadership opportunity within a highly respected consultancy that is actively involved in multiple Development Consent Order (DCO) projects, alongside a diverse portfolio of major infrastructure and development schemes. These include renewable energy, hydrogen, transport, waste management, regeneration, residential, leisure, industrial and commercial development. The business works with some of the UK's largest and most prestigious organisations and has played a role in delivering some of the country's most innovative developments. Continued success has resulted in a strong and secure order book. The Role This position requires an experienced planning professional with a proven track record in directing and delivering major development projects. You will bring strong commercial awareness, excellent technical capability and outstanding interpersonal skills. The role offers genuine scope for career progression and the opportunity to work alongside some of the UK's leading planning professionals on high-profile projects. A key element of the role will be supporting the Newcastle office lead in growing the consultancy's presence across the North East, while also playing an important role in the mentoring and professional development of the planning team. Key Responsibilities Supporting the growth and development of the Town Planning team in Newcastle Leading development planning work and providing authoritative advice to clients Managing the commercial aspects of commissions, including governance, fee management, job costings and resourcing Leading and contributing to multidisciplinary bid submissions for major infrastructure and development projects Generating repeat business and identifying new business and market opportunities Managing client relationships and service delivery across a range of projects Taking responsibility for quality, accuracy and consistency of work delivered at all stages Collaborating closely with internal transport and landscape teams to deliver integrated services Line managing colleagues, including performance reviews, mentoring and coaching About You Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town and Country Planning (RTPI accredited) Chartered Member of the RTPI (or equivalent professional body) Proven experience delivering successful applications under the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and/or the Planning Act 2008 Extensive private sector experience within multidisciplinary consent teams Strong understanding of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and the development consent process In-depth knowledge of planning law, procedures and commercial drivers Demonstrable experience winning and managing large or complex development projects Excellent written skills, with the ability to produce high-quality reports independently Strong stakeholder management skills and a collaborative, relationship-focused approach A well-established professional network and industry profile Competent user of Microsoft Office What's On Offer Highly competitive salary and annual bonus Excellent career progression opportunities Pension contributions, private healthcare and professional fees paid Flexible working arrangements, including home working and office-based collaboration A strong commitment to work-life balance Friendly, supportive and collaborative company culture with regular social and team events 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
Jan 28, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Associate / Associate Director - Town Planning Location: Newcastle Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading UK planning and environmental consultancy in the appointment of an Associate / Associate Director Planner to join their growing Newcastle office. This is a senior leadership opportunity within a highly respected consultancy that is actively involved in multiple Development Consent Order (DCO) projects, alongside a diverse portfolio of major infrastructure and development schemes. These include renewable energy, hydrogen, transport, waste management, regeneration, residential, leisure, industrial and commercial development. The business works with some of the UK's largest and most prestigious organisations and has played a role in delivering some of the country's most innovative developments. Continued success has resulted in a strong and secure order book. The Role This position requires an experienced planning professional with a proven track record in directing and delivering major development projects. You will bring strong commercial awareness, excellent technical capability and outstanding interpersonal skills. The role offers genuine scope for career progression and the opportunity to work alongside some of the UK's leading planning professionals on high-profile projects. A key element of the role will be supporting the Newcastle office lead in growing the consultancy's presence across the North East, while also playing an important role in the mentoring and professional development of the planning team. Key Responsibilities Supporting the growth and development of the Town Planning team in Newcastle Leading development planning work and providing authoritative advice to clients Managing the commercial aspects of commissions, including governance, fee management, job costings and resourcing Leading and contributing to multidisciplinary bid submissions for major infrastructure and development projects Generating repeat business and identifying new business and market opportunities Managing client relationships and service delivery across a range of projects Taking responsibility for quality, accuracy and consistency of work delivered at all stages Collaborating closely with internal transport and landscape teams to deliver integrated services Line managing colleagues, including performance reviews, mentoring and coaching About You Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town and Country Planning (RTPI accredited) Chartered Member of the RTPI (or equivalent professional body) Proven experience delivering successful applications under the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and/or the Planning Act 2008 Extensive private sector experience within multidisciplinary consent teams Strong understanding of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and the development consent process In-depth knowledge of planning law, procedures and commercial drivers Demonstrable experience winning and managing large or complex development projects Excellent written skills, with the ability to produce high-quality reports independently Strong stakeholder management skills and a collaborative, relationship-focused approach A well-established professional network and industry profile Competent user of Microsoft Office What's On Offer Highly competitive salary and annual bonus Excellent career progression opportunities Pension contributions, private healthcare and professional fees paid Flexible working arrangements, including home working and office-based collaboration A strong commitment to work-life balance Friendly, supportive and collaborative company culture with regular social and team events 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
Graduate / Assistant Transport Planner London Our client, an an established multi-disciplinary planning and design consultancy are urgently looking for a Graduate / Assistant Transport Planner to join their team in London. The successful Graduate Transport Planner will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of transport and infrastructure projects across London. Suitable candidates will have a BSc or equivalent in an environmental / planning related discipline and up to a years experience industry. Duties: Providing technical support on a variety of projects Assisting with the preparation of transport assessments and statements Preparing travel plans Responding to client and customer requests/enquiries Manipulating data from a range of sources Working a part of a busy multi-discipline project team In return the company are offering a generous starting salary and full benefits package. Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.
Jan 27, 2026
Full time
Graduate / Assistant Transport Planner London Our client, an an established multi-disciplinary planning and design consultancy are urgently looking for a Graduate / Assistant Transport Planner to join their team in London. The successful Graduate Transport Planner will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of transport and infrastructure projects across London. Suitable candidates will have a BSc or equivalent in an environmental / planning related discipline and up to a years experience industry. Duties: Providing technical support on a variety of projects Assisting with the preparation of transport assessments and statements Preparing travel plans Responding to client and customer requests/enquiries Manipulating data from a range of sources Working a part of a busy multi-discipline project team In return the company are offering a generous starting salary and full benefits package. Interested? To discuss this vacancy and other positions within the planning sector, please do not hesitate to contact HARRIET ROIGE on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) and we will get back to you.
Penguin Recruitment
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Job Title: Associate / Associate Director - Town Planning Location: Newcastle Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading UK planning and environmental consultancy in the appointment of an Associate / Associate Director Planner to join their growing Newcastle office. This is a senior leadership opportunity within a highly respected consultancy that is actively involved in multiple Development Consent Order (DCO) projects, alongside a diverse portfolio of major infrastructure and development schemes. These include renewable energy, hydrogen, transport, waste management, regeneration, residential, leisure, industrial and commercial development. The business works with some of the UK's largest and most prestigious organisations and has played a role in delivering some of the country's most innovative developments. Continued success has resulted in a strong and secure order book. The Role This position requires an experienced planning professional with a proven track record in directing and delivering major development projects. You will bring strong commercial awareness, excellent technical capability and outstanding interpersonal skills. The role offers genuine scope for career progression and the opportunity to work alongside some of the UK's leading planning professionals on high-profile projects. A key element of the role will be supporting the Newcastle office lead in growing the consultancy's presence across the North East, while also playing an important role in the mentoring and professional development of the planning team. Key Responsibilities Supporting the growth and development of the Town Planning team in Newcastle Leading development planning work and providing authoritative advice to clients Managing the commercial aspects of commissions, including governance, fee management, job costings and resourcing Leading and contributing to multidisciplinary bid submissions for major infrastructure and development projects Generating repeat business and identifying new business and market opportunities Managing client relationships and service delivery across a range of projects Taking responsibility for quality, accuracy and consistency of work delivered at all stages Collaborating closely with internal transport and landscape teams to deliver integrated services Line managing colleagues, including performance reviews, mentoring and coaching About You Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town and Country Planning (RTPI accredited) Chartered Member of the RTPI (or equivalent professional body) Proven experience delivering successful applications under the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and/or the Planning Act 2008 Extensive private sector experience within multidisciplinary consent teams Strong understanding of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and the development consent process In-depth knowledge of planning law, procedures and commercial drivers Demonstrable experience winning and managing large or complex development projects Excellent written skills, with the ability to produce high-quality reports independently Strong stakeholder management skills and a collaborative, relationship-focused approach A well-established professional network and industry profile Competent user of Microsoft Office What's On Offer Highly competitive salary and annual bonus Excellent career progression opportunities Pension contributions, private healthcare and professional fees paid Flexible working arrangements, including home working and office-based collaboration A strong commitment to work-life balance Friendly, supportive and collaborative company culture with regular social and team events 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)
Jan 25, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Associate / Associate Director - Town Planning Location: Newcastle Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading UK planning and environmental consultancy in the appointment of an Associate / Associate Director Planner to join their growing Newcastle office. This is a senior leadership opportunity within a highly respected consultancy that is actively involved in multiple Development Consent Order (DCO) projects, alongside a diverse portfolio of major infrastructure and development schemes. These include renewable energy, hydrogen, transport, waste management, regeneration, residential, leisure, industrial and commercial development. The business works with some of the UK's largest and most prestigious organisations and has played a role in delivering some of the country's most innovative developments. Continued success has resulted in a strong and secure order book. The Role This position requires an experienced planning professional with a proven track record in directing and delivering major development projects. You will bring strong commercial awareness, excellent technical capability and outstanding interpersonal skills. The role offers genuine scope for career progression and the opportunity to work alongside some of the UK's leading planning professionals on high-profile projects. A key element of the role will be supporting the Newcastle office lead in growing the consultancy's presence across the North East, while also playing an important role in the mentoring and professional development of the planning team. Key Responsibilities Supporting the growth and development of the Town Planning team in Newcastle Leading development planning work and providing authoritative advice to clients Managing the commercial aspects of commissions, including governance, fee management, job costings and resourcing Leading and contributing to multidisciplinary bid submissions for major infrastructure and development projects Generating repeat business and identifying new business and market opportunities Managing client relationships and service delivery across a range of projects Taking responsibility for quality, accuracy and consistency of work delivered at all stages Collaborating closely with internal transport and landscape teams to deliver integrated services Line managing colleagues, including performance reviews, mentoring and coaching About You Degree or postgraduate qualification in Town and Country Planning (RTPI accredited) Chartered Member of the RTPI (or equivalent professional body) Proven experience delivering successful applications under the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and/or the Planning Act 2008 Extensive private sector experience within multidisciplinary consent teams Strong understanding of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and the development consent process In-depth knowledge of planning law, procedures and commercial drivers Demonstrable experience winning and managing large or complex development projects Excellent written skills, with the ability to produce high-quality reports independently Strong stakeholder management skills and a collaborative, relationship-focused approach A well-established professional network and industry profile Competent user of Microsoft Office What's On Offer Highly competitive salary and annual bonus Excellent career progression opportunities Pension contributions, private healthcare and professional fees paid Flexible working arrangements, including home working and office-based collaboration A strong commitment to work-life balance Friendly, supportive and collaborative company culture with regular social and team events 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)
carrington west
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne And Wear
Associate / Associate Director - Town Planning Location: Newcastle (Hybrid / Flexible Working) An established and highly regarded UK planning and environmental consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate or Associate Director Planner to join its growing Newcastle Town Planning team. This is a senior opportunity for a commercially astute planning professional with a strong track record in delivering major development and infrastructure projects. You'll work across a diverse portfolio that includes DCOs, renewable energy, hydrogen, transport, waste management, regeneration, residential, leisure, industrial and commercial developments, alongside some of the most respected planning specialists in the industry. The Role As an Associate / Associate Director, you will combine technical excellence with leadership and commercial capability. You will support the Newcastle office lead in developing the planning team, growing market presence, and delivering high-quality outcomes for clients. Key responsibilities include: Leading and delivering development planning work, providing authoritative advice to clients Supporting the growth and development of the Newcastle planning team Managing commercial aspects of projects, including fees, governance, resourcing and job costings Leading and contributing to multidisciplinary bids for major infrastructure and development projects Building and maintaining strong client relationships and driving repeat and new business Managing project delivery to ensure a consistently high-quality, professional service Line managing colleagues, including mentoring, coaching and performance reviews About You You'll be a confident and credible planning professional with the ability to lead complex projects and influence at senior levels. You will bring: A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town and Country Planning (RTPI accredited) Chartered Membership of the RTPI (or equivalent professional body) Extensive private sector experience within multidisciplinary planning or consents teams Strong understanding of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and the development consent process In-depth knowledge of planning law, procedures and commercial drivers Evidence of winning, managing and delivering large or complex development projects Excellent stakeholder management, collaboration and relationship-building skills High-quality report writing skills with the ability to communicate clearly and confidently A strong professional network and established industry profile What's On Offer Clear and supported career progression opportunities Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Pension contributions, private healthcare and professional membership fees covered Regular social events and cross-office team activities Employee ownership structure, offering tax-free bonuses and a genuine voice in the business This organisation places real value on work-life balance, flexible working and long-term career development, making it an excellent choice for senior planners looking to take the next step. Apply To apply, please submit your CV via the job board or contact me directly on (phone number removed) or (url removed) Reference - 63790
Jan 25, 2026
Full time
Associate / Associate Director - Town Planning Location: Newcastle (Hybrid / Flexible Working) An established and highly regarded UK planning and environmental consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate or Associate Director Planner to join its growing Newcastle Town Planning team. This is a senior opportunity for a commercially astute planning professional with a strong track record in delivering major development and infrastructure projects. You'll work across a diverse portfolio that includes DCOs, renewable energy, hydrogen, transport, waste management, regeneration, residential, leisure, industrial and commercial developments, alongside some of the most respected planning specialists in the industry. The Role As an Associate / Associate Director, you will combine technical excellence with leadership and commercial capability. You will support the Newcastle office lead in developing the planning team, growing market presence, and delivering high-quality outcomes for clients. Key responsibilities include: Leading and delivering development planning work, providing authoritative advice to clients Supporting the growth and development of the Newcastle planning team Managing commercial aspects of projects, including fees, governance, resourcing and job costings Leading and contributing to multidisciplinary bids for major infrastructure and development projects Building and maintaining strong client relationships and driving repeat and new business Managing project delivery to ensure a consistently high-quality, professional service Line managing colleagues, including mentoring, coaching and performance reviews About You You'll be a confident and credible planning professional with the ability to lead complex projects and influence at senior levels. You will bring: A degree or postgraduate qualification in Town and Country Planning (RTPI accredited) Chartered Membership of the RTPI (or equivalent professional body) Extensive private sector experience within multidisciplinary planning or consents teams Strong understanding of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and the development consent process In-depth knowledge of planning law, procedures and commercial drivers Evidence of winning, managing and delivering large or complex development projects Excellent stakeholder management, collaboration and relationship-building skills High-quality report writing skills with the ability to communicate clearly and confidently A strong professional network and established industry profile What's On Offer Clear and supported career progression opportunities Flexible and hybrid working arrangements Pension contributions, private healthcare and professional membership fees covered Regular social events and cross-office team activities Employee ownership structure, offering tax-free bonuses and a genuine voice in the business This organisation places real value on work-life balance, flexible working and long-term career development, making it an excellent choice for senior planners looking to take the next step. Apply To apply, please submit your CV via the job board or contact me directly on (phone number removed) or (url removed) Reference - 63790
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
Oct 05, 2025
Full time
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.
Oct 05, 2025
Full time
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
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
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
