Principal​/Associate Transport Planner

Principal / Associate Transport Planner (Development Planning) –

Location:

Newcastle/T Gateshead – Salary: £53,000 – £67,000 – Full Time, Permanent

You will lead delivery of development planning projects from feasibility through to approval, providing strategic transport advice and technical expertise across varied schemes.

The role involves managing Transport Assessments, Statements, Travel Plans, access appraisals and junction capacity assessments, whilst maintaining strong relationships with clients, local authorities and project teams. You will work closely with senior leadership, support junior staff and contribute to business growth.

• Strong experience in development‑led transport planning consultancy
• Experience preparing and reviewing Transport Assessments, Statements and Travel Plans
• Good understanding of the UK planning process and development planning environment
• Experience liaising with Local Highway Authorities, clients and project stakeholders
• Strong report writing and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
• Experience mentoring junior staff would be advantageous
• Proficiency with industry software including TRICS, TEMPro, ARCADY, PICADY, Lin Sig and Junctions
• Chartered status or progress towards a professional qualification beneficial but not essential

A consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering practical transport planning advice, offering a diverse project portfolio and clear progression opportunities.

• Competitive salary and annual reviews
• Performance‑related bonus opportunities
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Pension scheme
• Professional membership support
• Ongoing CPD and training
• Clear progression opportunities
• Collaborative team culture
• Diverse project portfolio and strong workload

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and additional arrangements as required.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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