Principal / Associate Transport planner

Principal / Associate Transport Planner - Cambridge

I''m working with a fast-growing, award-winning consultancy that''s looking to appoint a Principal or Associate Transport Planner to join their expanding Cambridge team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced transport planning professional looking to step into a more senior position with genuine influence over project delivery, client relationships, team development and business growth.
The role would suit someone who enjoys a mix of technical delivery, project leadership and client-facing responsibility, while still remaining involved in a varied portfolio of development-led projects.

You''ll take a leading role across a range of transport planning projects, working closely with clients, local authorities and internal teams to deliver high-quality advice and commercially aware solutions.
Projects span residential, mixed-use, commercial, logistics, education and regeneration schemes, offering varied and technically interesting work.

• Lead and manage transport planning projects from inception through to completion
• Prepare and review:
  • Transport Assessments
  • Transport Statements
  • Travel Plans
  • Access Appraisals
  • Technical Notes
• Oversee junction capacity modelling and transport analysis using:
  • TRICS
  • Junctions (ARCADY / PICADY)
  • Other transport modelling software
• Manage client relationships and attend stakeholder meetings
• Liaise with Local Highway Authorities and multidisciplinary design teams
• Support and mentor junior team members
• Assist with project financial management and fee proposals
• Contribute to business development and work-winning activities

• Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Strong experience within development-led transport planning
• Ability to manage projects and communicate effectively with clients
• Experience preparing and reviewing technical reports
• Knowledge of relevant planning policy and transport guidance
• Experience with:
  • AutoCAD
  • TRICS
  • Junctions (ARCADY / PICADY)
  • Transport modelling tools
• Commercial awareness and leadership capability
• Chartered status or working toward chartership is beneficial

• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Private healthcare and pension scheme
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing consultancy
• Professional membership support and CPD
• Generous annual leave package
• Social events and collaborative team culture

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a consultancy with a strong pipeline of work, genuine growth plans, and the opportunity to play a meaningful role in the continued development of the transport planning team.

If you are seeking a transport planning role and want a strong option at a consultancy that can support your growth, apply directly or contact Michael from Aldwych Consulting on (phone number removed).

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

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

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