https://jobs.co.uk/job/lead-strategic-planner-advance-trs--21126cdb-d12a-4a1f-afcb-677c86536738 RSS feed for Lead Strategic Planner at Advance TRS. en-gb Tue, 26 May 2026 06:33:55 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/lead-strategic-planner-advance-trs--21126cdb-d12a-4a1f-afcb-677c86536738 https://jobs.co.uk/job/lead-strategic-planner-advance-trs--21126cdb-d12a-4a1f-afcb-677c86536738 Mon, 04 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: London | Salary: £650 - £720/day Inside IR35 | Type: Contract | Lead Strategic Planner required for a minimum 6-month contract - London Role Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Strategic Planner to lead a high profile mainline route study as part of its early-stage development and long-term strategic planning activity. This is NOT a project planning or delivery role. The role is focused on strategic rail planning, acting as the intelligent client and lead integrator across multiple technical disciplines. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage a strategic rail route study end-to-end * Provide strategic direction across early-stage development activity * Coordinate and integrate technical workstreams including: o Rail demand forecasting o Capacity analysis o Rolling stock strategy * Interpret and challenge technical outputs (not produce detailed modelling) * Act as the primary interface with sponsors and development teams * Manage and assure externally commissioned consultancy work * Lead and support a small team of planners * Representation with internal and external stakeholders as required Essential Experience & Skills Suppliers must only submit candidates who clearly meet the following: * Proven experie... Contract