Transport Planner

Portsmouth outskirts

DOE plus benefits

Our client is looking for a Transport Planner to join their team. They have a multitude of projects at various stages in their project lifecycle, from appraisal through to construction, and in several different sectors. These include residential, commercial, and retirement & care. Their clients range from local smaller scale businesses to local government, respected regional contractors, national housebuilders, and commercial developers.

The role:

Lead and manage small to medium sized projects, including budget and time management, delegating where appropriate with input from senior colleagues
Write and occasionally check Transport Assessments/Statements, Technical Notes, Travel Plans, Access Appraisals etc.
Complete / review of planning drawing requirements, such as visibility splays, vehicle tracking diagrams, access designs etc.
Undertake site visits independently and provide professional opinions accordingly, particularly to inform scheme development at early stages of projects
Attendance at project team, client and Local Highway Authority meetings
Help preparing material for and attendance at Public Consultations
Development of good personal and company working relationships with architects/planners/local highways officers
Complete fee proposals for small to medium projects and input into larger sites where required

About you:

Degree level qualification or equivalent
At least 2 years transport planning experience, ideally exploring membership at a professional organisation
Working knowledge of relevant design guidance & awareness of relevant local planning policies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to respond efficiently to demands at a high standard
Ability to prioritise workload, work effectively as part of a team and on own initiative
Experience of working with computer-based systems including Microsoft programmes
Experience using AutoCAD, TRICs and modelling software

Our client is offering great employee benefits including competitive salary, hybrid working (2 days from home) and more.

If this role sounds perfect for you, please do send your CV to Graham Ventham at Conrad Consulting.