Transport Planner
Cambridge
Up to £50,000 per annum plus impressive benefits package
Hybrid with flexible (full-time) hours
Permanent
Our client is an independent Transport Planning, and Infrastructure Design Consultancy, who specialises in enhancing the built and natural environment in a positive way.
They are currently looking for a Transport Planner to join the transport and infrastructure team in their Cambridge office working across a range of sectors including residential, health, education, retail, energy, civils and commercial.
Transport Planner Duties
* Lead and manage small – 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.
* Good understanding of modelling packages, and methodologies to calculate trip generation and distributions
* Ability to 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 the early stages of projects
* Attendance at project team, client and Local Highway Authority meetings
* Help to prepare material for and attendance at Public Consultations
* Complete fee proposals for small to medium projects and input into larger sites where required
* Attend business development / networking events
* Assist colleagues in planning and delivering marketing initiatives to agreed costs and programmes
* Have an awareness of the market sectors within which the company operates or aspires to operate
Candidate Requirements
* 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