Principal / Associate Transport Planner

\nThe role will involve managing and reviewing Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans, access appraisals and junction capacity assessments, whilst maintaining strong relationships with clients, local authorities and wider project teams. \nYou will work closely with senior leadership, helping to drive project delivery, support junior team members and contribute towards business growth. There is genuine opportunity to take on additional responsibility over time, making this an ideal move for someone looking to progress further within a growing consultancy environment.

\nProjects range from residential developments and strategic land promotion through to commercial schemes, healthcare facilities, education projects, employment sites and major regeneration developments, ensuring a varied and interesting workload.\n\nWhat We're Looking For\n\nStrong experience within development-led transport planning consultancy.\nExperience preparing and reviewing Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Travel Plans.\nGood understanding of the UK planning process and development planning environment.\nExperience liaising with Local Highway Authorities, clients and project stakeholders.\nStrong report writing and communication skills.\nAbility to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.\nExperience mentoring junior staff would be advantageous.\nProficiency with industry software including TRICS, TEMPro, ARCADY, PICADY, LinSig and Junctions software.\nChartered status or progress towards a professional qualification would be beneficial but is not essential.\n\nWhy Apply?\n\nThis consultancy has built a strong reputation for delivering practical and commercially focused transport planning advice while maintaining a collaborative and supportive culture. \nYou'll join a business with a strong pipeline of residential and commercial development work, alongside education, healthcare, infrastructure and regeneration projects. The team offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced senior professionals while having genuine influence over project delivery and client relationships.

\nFor ambitious candidates, this role offers a clear route towards more senior leadership responsibilities as the business continues to grow across the North East and wider UK market.\n\nBenefits\n\nCompetitive salary and annual reviews\nPerformance-related bonus opportunities\nHybrid working arrangements\nPension scheme\nProfessional membership support\nOngoing CPD and training\nClear progression opportunities\nCollaborative team culture\nDiverse project portfolio and strong workload\nIf 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)\n\nAldwych 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.\n\nCandidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.\n\nFor the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business