Senior Transport Planner

About Us

Curtins is an employee owned and award winning engineering consultancy. We take pride in the positive impact we make on the world around us and have delivered practical and innovative solutions in the built environment for over 60 years, building a better future for everyone. Joining Curtins means being part of a friendly team where your skills can grow, your career is supported, and we collaborate to create a lasting legacy.

We value diversity and respect all differences in people.

Our South West Transport Planning team is seeking a Senior Transport Planner to join our growing team in Bristol. The role will include working on a wide range of projects, from higher education, renewable energy, commercial, retail, and residential, to developing transport strategies and supporting with expert witness evidence. We support private sector clients with taking development proposals through the planning process;

and support public sector clients with developing transport and parking strategies, business cases, and scheme development.

You will be responsible for leading and managing a diverse range of project types, which includes client liaison, financial and quality management. You will oversee multiple projects while managing team members involved in project delivery. Additionally, you will provide support to senior staff and work on developing your own business development and commercial skills.

You will hold a chartered status in a transport related field and have extensive technical knowledge and practical experience. You should have experience in developing Transport Strategies, Infrastructure Delivery Plans and parking strategies, including delegating resources, managing tight deadlines and client liaison. You will be familiar with relevant agreements such as S106 and S278, and guidelines like the NPPF and the DfT Transport Assessment guidelines.

Proficiency in junction capacity modelling software, including Junctions 10 and Linsig, and skills in designing junctions and preparing traffic flow information for Transport Assessments are required.

Above all, the right fit will be guided by what is right when making decisions, recognise the contribution of others and share their successes. Someone who is kind, conscientious and has pride in their work and the legacy our profession leaves for everyone.

• Industry leading benefits - including 5
  * Holiday Lodges!
• Award winning training and development programmes.
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If you have any questions, would like to discuss any adjustments to the application process or would just like some more information, please contact us via email

We invite enthusiastic individuals who share our values of Being human, Integrity, Impact and Curiosity to apply to join us.