Senior Transport Planner

Senior Transport Planner

Location:

Chesterfield, East Midlands
Employment Status:
Permanent
Salary: £44,075 – £49,282

This is a defining moment for transport in the East Midlands. As the region's Local Transport Authority, EMCCA is at the forefront of shaping a bold, future‑focused Mayor's Transport Plan – driving forward a transformational investment programme worth over £2 billion. This is more than infrastructure; it’s a once‑in‑a‑generation opportunity to reimagine how people connect, travel, and thrive across the region.

We are offering opportunities for Senior Transport Planners to play a leading role in shaping and delivering transport strategies that support EMCCA's ambition to create connected communities. Roles will focus on key priorities as they develop over time, providing the opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio.

This is an opportunity to influence high‑profile programmes and drive forward transformative change across a diverse region, from major urban centres to rural communities including the Peak District.

• Lead the development and delivery of transport policies and strategies, including the Local Transport Plan and supporting thematic strategies
• Take ownership of progressing major transport programmes and projects from concept through to delivery and evaluation
• Develop high‑quality, evidence‑led content for key strategic documents, ensuring alignment with best practice and regional priorities
• Commission, interpret, and apply transport data, models, and appraisal methods to inform robust policy development and investment decisions
• Lead project management activity, including planning, monitoring progress, managing risks, and ensuring effective delivery
• Manage and coordinate consultant input, ensuring outputs meet required standards and contribute effectively to programme objectives
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including local authorities, partners, and the public
• Prepare clear and concise briefings, reports, and business cases for senior decision‑makers, including the Mayor and Transport Committee
• Support financial management processes, including procurement, funding bids, and programme monitoring
• Represent EMCCA at meetings, events, and stakeholder forums, promoting collaboration and shared objectives
• Stay informed of emerging policy, regulatory changes, and industry best practice to support continuous improvement

• Lead the development of the Local Transport Plan and associated strategies
• Shape monitoring and evaluation frameworks and performance targets
• Lead stakeholder and public engagement activity
• Develop and maintain a robust evidence base to inform policy and investment decisions

• Support integration between transport and spatial planning through a "Vision and Validate" approach
• Lead engagement on strategic infrastructure and growth areas
• Work closely with local authority partners to drive innovation in highways, road safety, and low‑carbon transport solutions
• Ensure new developments align with sustainable and inclusive transport objectives

• Lead development of the technical evidence base for rail strategy and investment proposals
• Support delivery of rail initiatives, including mass transit studies and business cases
• Engage with national and regional partners, including Great British Railways
• Contribute to improving stations, connectivity, and integrated ticketing across the region

We are looking for a highly capable and experienced transport planning professional with the ability to lead complex work programmes and influence strategic outcomes. Please note, you do not need to meet every requirement to apply – if you feel you would be a good fit, we encourage you to put in an application.

• Significant experience in transport planning, policy development, and strategy delivery within a public sector or similar context
• Strong understanding of transport systems, policy frameworks, and regulatory environments
• Experience applying data, transport models, and…