Transport Planner - Consultant / Senior

Our client is a well-established and growing transport planning consultancy delivering high-quality advice to private and public sector clients across the UK. They work on a broad range of residential, commercial and mixed-use developments, providing pragmatic, development-led transport solutions. The Role Our client is seeking a Transport Planner at Consultant or Senior Consultant level to join their Surrey-based team. The role will involve leading and contributing to a wide range of development-focused transport planning projects, supporting planning applications and providing technical input from feasibility through to delivery. This is an excellent opportunity for a transport planner looking to take on greater responsibility, develop client-facing skills and progress within a supportive consultancy environment. Key Responsibilities Prepare and manage Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Travel Plans Undertake and review junction modelling and analysis (e.g. Junctions 9/10, LinSig, PICADY/ARCADY) Analyse traffic, pedestrian and cycle survey data and present findings clearly Provide transport input to planning applications and appeal work Liaise directly with clients, local highway authorities, architects and project teams Support and lead site feasibility studies and access strategy development Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior team members (Senior level) Contribute to project management, programme delivery and fee proposals Attend and represent the company at client and design team meetings Candidate Requirements Essential: Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or a related discipline Proven experience within a transport planning consultancy or similar environment Good understanding of the UK planning system and development control process Experience preparing technical transport reports for planning applications Strong written, analytical and verbal communication skills Desirable: Experience with industry-standard modelling software (e.g. LinSig, AutoCAD) Experience managing smaller projects or workstreams independently Experience across residential and mixed-use development projects What Our Client Offers Competitive salary commensurate with experience Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Clear progression pathway to Senior and Principal levels Support towards professional accreditation and ongoing CPD Exposure to high-quality projects and a varied client base Friendly, collaborative and professional working environment How to Apply To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role.