Associate Director - Transport Planning

Our client is seeking an ambitious Associate Director - Transport Planning to join its highways and transport team on a permanent basis. Based in London or Southampton, the role involves leading transport planning, active travel and infrastructure projects while supporting business development and delivering high-quality solutions for public and private sector clients across London and the South of England.Key Responsibilities:Lead transport planning inputs for local, regional and nationally significant infrastructure and development projectsManage project delivery, quality, programme, budgets and financial performanceGenerate new business opportunities and develop relationships with public and private sector clientsOversee the preparation and delivery of transport studies, assessments and planning submissionsProvide client-facing project and design management, including progress reporting and attendance at meetingsInstruct, supervise and review work completed by internal teams and external sub-consultantsSupport the delivery of projects for property, government, defence and energy sector clientsProvide leadership, mentoring and technical guidance to colleagues within the transport planning teamJob Requirements:Significant experience in transport planning and the delivery of transport studies or schemesExperience working on development projects and major National Highways or county council-led projectsStrong understanding of national planning procedures and transport ..... full job details .....