Transport Town Planner

Transport Planner - Planning Consultancy (UK)

Location:

Kent

Salary:
Flexible

I'm working with a well-established, independent planning consultancy that's looking to strengthen its transport team with the addition of a Transport Planner. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to work on high-quality development projects, gain exposure to a broad client base, and progress within a supportive, technically strong environment.

The Role

You'll be involved in a wide range of development-led transport planning work, supporting planning applications from pre-application stage through to determination and delivery. The role offers genuine variety and the chance to take ownership of projects as your experience grows.

Key responsibilities include:

Preparing Transport Statements, Transport Assessments and Travel Plans

Providing transport input to planning applications and appeals

Undertaking junction capacity assessments and basic modelling

Liaising with local highway authorities, clients, architects and planners

Supporting senior team members on larger and more complex schemes

Assisting with site appraisals and feasibility studies

About You

This role would suit a graduate or early-career Transport Planner, or someone at a more intermediate level looking to step up.

You'll ideally have:

A degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or similar

Experience working in a consultancy or local authority environment

Familiarity with UK planning and development processes

Working knowledge of tools such as Junctions 9/10, Arcady/Picady (or similar)

Strong written and verbal communication skills

A proactive, organised approach and a genuine interest in development planning

What's on Offer

Competitive salary depending on experience

Clear progression and mentoring from experienced practitioners

Exposure to a wide variety of residential and mixed-use projects

Flexible working and a positive, collaborative team culture

Support towards professional development and chartership

If you're a Transport Planner looking for a role where your input will be valued and your career can genuinely progress, I'd be very happy to discuss this opportunity in confidence