Transport Planner – Planning Consultancy (UK)

Location: Kent

Salary: Flexible

I’m working with a well-established, independent planning consultancy that’s looking to strengthen its transport team with the addition of a Transport Planner. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to work on high-quality development projects, gain exposure to a broad client base, and progress within a supportive, technically strong environment.

The Role

You’ll be involved in a wide range of development-led transport planning work, supporting planning applications from pre-application stage through to determination and delivery. The role offers genuine variety and the chance to take ownership of projects as your experience grows.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing Transport Statements, Transport Assessments and Travel Plans

• Providing transport input to planning applications and appeals

• Undertaking junction capacity assessments and basic modelling

• Liaising with local highway authorities, clients, architects and planners

• Supporting senior team members on larger and more complex schemes

• Assisting with site appraisals and feasibility studies

About You

This role would suit a graduate or early-career Transport Planner, or someone at a more intermediate level looking to step up.

You’ll ideally have:

• A degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or similar

• Experience working in a consultancy or local authority environment

• Familiarity with UK planning and development processes

• Working knowledge of tools such as Junctions 9/10, Arcady/Picady (or similar)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• A proactive, organised approach and a genuine interest in development planning

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary depending on experience

• Clear progression and mentoring from experienced practitioners

• Exposure to a wide variety of residential and mixed-use projects

• Flexible working and a positive, collaborative team culture

• Support towards professional development and chartership

If you’re a Transport Planner looking for a role where your input will be valued and your career can genuinely progress, I’d be very happy to discuss this opportunity in confidence.