Principal Transport Planner - Development Management (UK Wide)

Principal Transport Planner - Development Management (UK Wide) Transport Planning and Mobility Solutions at Jacobs is one of the leading teams in the UK and Ireland, with a strong pipeline of work, a diverse client base, and opportunities to support major projects both locally and internationally. And due to those growing opportunities, we are now looking for a Principal or Associate Director Transport Planner with experience in Highways Development Management to join our team in Birmingham or Bristol. This will be a Development Management-focused role within transport planning where you''ll act on behalf of local and national highway authorities, leading and supporting the provision of transport advice to public sector clients-primarily in the context of the planning system. You''ll play a key role in providing transport advice and reviewing and responding to planning applications, ensuring developments are safe, policy-compliant, and deliverable. Your ability to work independently, apply sound judgement, and communicate technical advice clearly will be critical, particularly within a busy team environment where your input will be valued from day one. Beyond project delivery, you''ll support the development of junior team members, helping build capability within a specialist area where experience is in high demand. You''ll also contribute to maintaining strong relationships with local authority clients and supporting the continued growth of the team. The role offers ..... full job details .....