Permanent

Principal Transport Planner - Leeds

RGB

Leeds, LS2 8BE

£55000 - £70000 per annum

Posted: 30 April 2026 (3 weeks ago)

Closing date: 30 May 2026

Ref: 106286

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About the Role

RGB seeks a Principal Transport Planner for their Leeds office on a permanent basis. This role involves leading transport assessments, travel plans, and junction modelling for major residential, mixed-use, and commercial developments across the UK. The successful candidate will manage project delivery, provide technical guidance to junior staff, and maintain client relationships with developers and planning consultants. Hybrid working is available. Key skills include experience in transport planning, proficiency in modelling software, and a strong understanding of planning policy. Salary ranges from £55,000 to £70,000 per annum, with competitive benefits.

££ Competitive Salary + Benefits
££ UK (Hybrid Working Available)
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About the Company Our client is a well-established, independent transport planning consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice across the UK.
They work on a diverse portfolio of projects including:
- Major residential and mixed-use developments
- Strategic land promotion schemes
- Commercial and retail developments
- Infrastructure and regeneration projects
The business is known for its pragmatic approach, technical strength, and long-standing client relationships, working closely with developers, land promoters, and planning consultants to unlock complex sites.
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The Role This is an opportunity for an experienced Principal Transport Planner to take a leading role in project delivery while supporting the growth of a dynamic and collaborative team.
You’ll be involved in both technical delivery and client-facing work, with real influence over projects and the direction of schemes.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage transport planning projects from inception through to delivery
- Prepare and review key technical documents, including:
- Transport Assessments and Statements
- Travel Plans
- Technical Notes and supporting documents
- Provide strategic transport advice to clients and project teams
- Support and manage junior team members
- Attend client meetings, site visits, and public consultations
- Liaise with local authorities and key stakeholders
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What They’re Looking For
- Proven experience in transport planning (consultancy or local authority)
- Strong technical background in development planning
- Experience producing and reviewing Transport Assessments
- Ability to manage projects and client relationships independently
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Civil Engineering, Geography, Transport Planning)
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Why Join£
- Strong pipeline of secured work across the UK
- Exposure to high-profile and complex development projects
- Supportive, close-knit team environment
- Genuine opportunity to influence projects and progress your career
- Flexible / hybrid working