Transport Planner / Travel Planner
My client is a specialist transport and sustainability planning services company boasting
a stellar reputation across the North West, Yorkshire, Midlands and the wider UK.
By working with a range of clients from different sectors, they support the planning of
complex, challenging and varying scale developments making them possible from
a transport perspective.
They have a prestigious portfolio of clients in major volume housebuilders, land
promoters, city centre regeneration specialists, retail parks, education facilities, local
authorities and the NHS.
The majority of work has historically been secured through word of mouth and
repeat work, however their expansion plans and recent instructions mean they are
seeking a Graduate Transport Planner that is keen to expand their knowledge and
learn from some of the best in the industry.
Responsibilities:
1. The role will include day-to-day technical input into a variety of projects.
2. Preparation of Transport Assessments and Travel Plans including trip
generation, distribution and assignment.
3. Junction capacity assessments and highway design including use of CAD.
4. Accident data analysis, public transport and site accessibility assessments including the use of GIS and Public Transport Accessibility software.
5. Meeting with a variety of clients to offer and deliver solution-based
strategies that improve accessibility.
6. Assisting in the delivery of a sustainable travel nudge campaign across large employers.
7. Meeting with varied stakeholders including designers, Local Authorities, Councillors, and residents.
8. Negotiating with stakeholders and partners along with project management of contractors.
Qualifications:
1. Passion for reducing the environmental impact of travel.
2. Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
3. Interest in highway junction design and use of AutoCAD software.
4. Experience with junction analysis and use of ARCADY, PICADY, TRANSYT and LINSIG software.
5. Understanding of the planning process and highway orders.
6. Knowledge of GIS and accessibility mapping.
7. Experience with Microsoft Office software, especially Excel and Word.
8. Travel Plan co-ordination skills.
9. Knowledge of how to successfully change behaviour for long-term benefits.
10. Experience running large scale campaigns and events to various audiences.
11. Ability to engage and sell to wide audiences and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
12. Knowledge and passion for transport, human movement, and sustainable travel.
13. Social media savvy with experience integrating social media into work campaigns.
This wide range of projects provides an excellent opportunity for you to develop your
skills and progress your career. The company also advocates personal development and responsibility and the successful
applicant will be required to take ownership of projects at an early stage, with
appropriate guidance and mentoring being provided. You will be expected
to work effectively both as part of a team and individually. #J-18808-Ljbffr