Associate/Associate Director Transport Planner - Leadership Opportunity
Are you an experienced and ambitious Transport Planner ready to take the next step in your career? We are looking for a dynamic and highly skilled Associate or Associate Director Transport Planner with over 7-8 years of experience to join a thriving and expanding transport planning team in London. This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned professional to take on a key leadership role, manage high-profile projects, and build strong client relationships.
About the Role
As an Associate or Associate Director Transport Planner, you will play a pivotal role in the management and delivery of large, complex projects. You'll be responsible for driving the strategic growth of the team, overseeing client relationships, and providing technical leadership on a diverse range of transport planning projects. Your role will involve leading teams, managing project budgets, and representing the company in high-level client meetings.
This role offers you the chance to significantly impact the direction of the business while mentoring and developing the next generation of transport planners.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership:
Lead and manage large-scale transport planning projects, ensuring high-quality delivery within budget and time constraints. Client Management:
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders, acting as the key point of contact for transport planning matters. Strategic Direction:
Help shape the strategic direction of the transport planning team and drive business development efforts, identifying new opportunities and expanding the client base. Mentorship:
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members, supporting their development and ensuring the continued growth of the team. Multi-disciplinary Collaboration:
Work closely with other departments and external consultants to deliver integrated transport and infrastructure solutions across various sectors, including residential, commercial, and public infrastructure. Compliance:
Oversee the preparation of transport assessments, feasibility studies, and planning reports, ensuring that all work adheres to regulatory standards and planning requirements. Innovative Solutions:
Bring fresh, innovative ideas to transport planning challenges, incorporating the latest industry trends and design techniques to deliver optimal solutions. What We're Looking For We are seeking a driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a passion for transport planning. As a senior member of the team, you'll need excellent communication skills, the ability to manage client relationships, and strong leadership qualities. Essential Requirements: Experience:
Minimum of 7-8 years as a Transport Planner, with experience managing large-scale projects in either the public or private sector. Client-Facing:
Proven experience in managing client relationships and leading client meetings at a senior level. Software Proficiency:
Proficient in using transport planning software, such as TEMPro, ARCADY, PICADY, LinSig, TRICS, and Excel. Education:
A Master's degree in Transport Planning or a related field is desirable. Professional Membership:
Membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., CIHT, CILT) is highly desirable. Driving Licence:
A full, clean driving licence is required. Why Join Us? This role offers a unique opportunity for career growth, with the potential to shape and lead the transport planning discipline within a forward-thinking consultancy. You'll have the opportunity to work on exciting, high-impact projects while playing a key role in the future direction of the team. In return, you'll receive: Competitive Salary:
Reflecting your senior experience and leadership responsibilities. Bonus Scheme:
Performance-based bonuses that reward your contributions to the success of the team and business. Pension:
Company pension scheme to help secure your future. Health & Wellbeing:
Professional gym membership and employee wellbeing support. On-site Benefits:
Complimentary breakfast and refreshments at the office. Additional Benefits:
Cycle-to-work and tech-scheme to support your commuting and technology needs. Annual Leave:
25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with opportunities to purchase additional leave. Life Assurance:
Providing financial security for you and your family. Professional Development:
Ongoing training, mentoring, and support to help you achieve your career goals, including the potential for advancement to Director-level roles. Why This Role?
Diverse and High-Profile Projects:
Work on high-impact projects across a wide range of sectors including commercial, residential, and public infrastructure, influencing real-world outcomes. Collaborative Culture:
Join a supportive and innovative team that values collaboration, creativity, and fresh ideas. Strategic Role:
Play a crucial role in shaping the future growth and direction of the transport planning discipline, with the chance to make your mark on the industry. Growth Opportunities:
With the team expanding rapidly, this is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career in a leadership position and develop new business streams.
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Lead and manage large-scale transport planning projects, ensuring high-quality delivery within budget and time constraints. Client Management:
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders, acting as the key point of contact for transport planning matters. Strategic Direction:
Help shape the strategic direction of the transport planning team and drive business development efforts, identifying new opportunities and expanding the client base. Mentorship:
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members, supporting their development and ensuring the continued growth of the team. Multi-disciplinary Collaboration:
Work closely with other departments and external consultants to deliver integrated transport and infrastructure solutions across various sectors, including residential, commercial, and public infrastructure. Compliance:
Oversee the preparation of transport assessments, feasibility studies, and planning reports, ensuring that all work adheres to regulatory standards and planning requirements. Innovative Solutions:
Bring fresh, innovative ideas to transport planning challenges, incorporating the latest industry trends and design techniques to deliver optimal solutions. What We're Looking For We are seeking a driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a passion for transport planning. As a senior member of the team, you'll need excellent communication skills, the ability to manage client relationships, and strong leadership qualities. Essential Requirements: Experience:
Minimum of 7-8 years as a Transport Planner, with experience managing large-scale projects in either the public or private sector. Client-Facing:
Proven experience in managing client relationships and leading client meetings at a senior level. Software Proficiency:
Proficient in using transport planning software, such as TEMPro, ARCADY, PICADY, LinSig, TRICS, and Excel. Education:
A Master's degree in Transport Planning or a related field is desirable. Professional Membership:
Membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., CIHT, CILT) is highly desirable. Driving Licence:
A full, clean driving licence is required. Why Join Us? This role offers a unique opportunity for career growth, with the potential to shape and lead the transport planning discipline within a forward-thinking consultancy. You'll have the opportunity to work on exciting, high-impact projects while playing a key role in the future direction of the team. In return, you'll receive: Competitive Salary:
Reflecting your senior experience and leadership responsibilities. Bonus Scheme:
Performance-based bonuses that reward your contributions to the success of the team and business. Pension:
Company pension scheme to help secure your future. Health & Wellbeing:
Professional gym membership and employee wellbeing support. On-site Benefits:
Complimentary breakfast and refreshments at the office. Additional Benefits:
Cycle-to-work and tech-scheme to support your commuting and technology needs. Annual Leave:
25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with opportunities to purchase additional leave. Life Assurance:
Providing financial security for you and your family. Professional Development:
Ongoing training, mentoring, and support to help you achieve your career goals, including the potential for advancement to Director-level roles. Why This Role?
Diverse and High-Profile Projects:
Work on high-impact projects across a wide range of sectors including commercial, residential, and public infrastructure, influencing real-world outcomes. Collaborative Culture:
Join a supportive and innovative team that values collaboration, creativity, and fresh ideas. Strategic Role:
Play a crucial role in shaping the future growth and direction of the transport planning discipline, with the chance to make your mark on the industry. Growth Opportunities:
With the team expanding rapidly, this is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career in a leadership position and develop new business streams.
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