Principal Transport Planner

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 28 April 2026
LOCATION
Nottingham
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£60,000 / year
CATEGORY
Transportation Planning
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SKILLS

Transport Assessments Transport Statements Travel Plans Project Management Client Relationship Management Business Development Report Writing Communication Skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

Principal Transport Planner

Location: Nottingham, Nottinghamshire

Salary: £55000 - £60000 per annum

Sector: Transportation Planning

Type: Permanent

Ref: 39853_1776769577

Job Title: Principal Transport Planner

Location: Nottingham (Hybrid Working)

Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Transport Planner to join a well-established and growing transport planning consultancy in Nottingham. This role offers the chance to take a leading position within a high-performing team, working on a diverse portfolio of development-led projects across the UK.

The Role
Our client is seeking a commercially aware and technically strong transport planning professional to lead project delivery, manage client relationships, and support the continued growth of their Midlands presence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage transport planning projects from feasibility through to delivery
  • Prepare and review Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, and Travel Plans
  • Provide strategic advice to clients, developers, and project teams
  • Manage project programmes, budgets, and resources effectively
  • Mentor and support junior team members
  • Liaise with local authorities and key stakeholders
  • Support business development, including bids and client engagement

Candidate Requirements

  • Demonstrable experience in a transport planning consultancy environment
  • Strong technical background in development planning and relevant policy
  • Proven project management and client-facing experience
  • Excellent report writing and communication skills
  • Experience in mentoring or managing junior staff
  • Relevant degree (e.g. Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or similar)
  • Professional accreditation or working towards chartership (desirable)

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package including tax free bonus and share options.
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
  • Clear pathway for career progression
  • Support towards professional development and chartership
  • Opportunity to play a key role in a growing regional team

If interested in this position, but perhaps would like to find out more before formally applying, please contact Taylor Smith at [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Manchester.

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