Transport Consultant Public Sector Focus
Are you an experienced Transport Planner looking for an exciting new challenge?
We are working with a leading independent consultancy specialising in Transport, Placemaking, and Engineering. With a growing portfolio of transport planning projects, our client is seeking a skilled transport planner to join their expanding public sector team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on innovative and impactful projects that aim to create better places through excellent design.
The Role:
The successful candidate will work on a variety of multi-modal transport planning projects, with a particular focus on the public sector. They will take ownership of small to medium-sized commissions and collaborate with both public and private sector clients.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver transport strategies, policies, and business cases for public sector clients
* Develop and advise on funding bids, following Government Business Case guidance (Green Book and TAG)
* Engage with governance processes and navigate political environments
* Lead or contribute to bids for local government projects and frameworks
* Apply national transport policy and planning guidance to projects
* Collaborate closely with clients and present ideas effectively to both internal and external stakeholders
Key Requirements:
* Degree-level qualification (or higher) in a relevant field
* Experience working within public sector transport planning or with public sector clients
* Knowledge of the planning process in England
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
* Chartership with a relevant professional body is desirable but not essential
Why join?
Our client offers a vibrant, modern work environment with good accessibility by all modes of transport. This role provides a fantastic opportunity for rapid career progression and a variety of challenging projects. The senior team is dedicated to providing mentoring, training, and personal development, ensuring you have the support needed to achieve your professional goals.
Benefits Include:
* Competitive salary with regular reviews
* 25 days annual leave plus the option to purchase additional days
* Flexible working arrangements
* Company Share Ownership Scheme
* Private healthcare
* Cycle to Work Scheme and Techscheme
* Pension scheme with employer contributions
* Life assurance
* Payment of professional subscriptions
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