Senior Transport Planner

Senior Transport Planner
Are you ready to join a growing transport planning team in Cheltenham, where you'll have real influence over projects, clients, and the direction of the office?
This is an opportunity to join a transport consultancy with an expanding presence in Cheltenham, offering the chance to step into a senior role within a new and ambitious team. The business delivers high-quality transport planning advice across a wide range of development and infrastructure projects, and this position will play a key part in strengthening client relationships and supporting the office's growth.
Job Role
As a Senior Consultant, you will take ownership of projects, manage client relationships, and support the development of junior team members. You'll be involved in both technical delivery and helping to grow the Cheltenham office.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the preparation of Transport Assessments, Statements, and Travel Plans
Managing projects from inception through to completion
Undertaking and reviewing junction modelling (e.g. Junctions 9, LinSig)
Acting as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders
Mentoring and supporting junior staff
Contributing to business development and helping grow the Cheltenham team

Benefits
Competitive salary aligned with senior experience
Clear pathway to further progression
Opportunity to play a central role in a growing office
Flexible working arrangements
Support for continued professional development
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Requirements
Proven experience in transport planning, ideally within a consultancy environment
Strong knowledge of UK planning policy and transport guidance
Experience managing projects and client relationships
Proficiency in relevant modelling software (e.g. Junctions 9, LinSig)
Excellent report writing and analytical skills
Ability to mentor junior team members and contribute to team growth
Commercial awareness and a proactive approach

FOOTNOTE:

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