Principal Transport Planner - Birmingham Location: Birmingham (Hybrid Working Available) Salary: Up to £60,000 + Excellent Benefits Type: Permanent, Full Time

I'm currently working with a highly respected, independent transport and infrastructure consultancy that is continuing to strengthen its presence in Birmingham. Due to a strong pipeline of development-led projects, they are looking to appoint a Transport Planner to join their Birmingham team.

This consultancy has built a strong reputation within the development sector for delivering pragmatic, evidence-based transport advice across residential, commercial, education, energy and mixed-use schemes. They are known for their technical quality, collaborative approach, and commitment to developing their people.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a Transport Planner looking to take ownership of projects while continuing to develop technically within a supportive and well-established team.

Key responsibilities will include:

Preparing Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Travel Plans

Undertaking junction capacity assessments and transport modelling

Carrying out accessibility appraisals and active travel assessments

Supporting site feasibility studies and development planning advice

Liaising with local authorities, clients and design team members

Contributing to project delivery from initial appraisal through to planning submission

You will gain exposure to a wide range of development projects and have the opportunity to work closely with senior colleagues, developing both your technical and client-facing skills.

About You

I am keen to speak with candidates who have:

Experience within a transport planning consultancy environment

Strong report writing and analytical capability

Experience preparing development planning documentation

Familiarity with junction modelling software (e.g. Junctions 10/11, LinSig, ARCADY/PICADY)

A good understanding of UK transport policy and planning processes

A proactive and collaborative approach

Progression towards, or interest in, a relevant professional qualification (e.g. CIHT, ICE or TPS)

What's On Offer

Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience

Strong career progression within a growing regional team

Exposure to varied and high-profile development projects

Supportive, collaborative working culture

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Competitive benefits package

If you are considering your next move and would like to learn more about this opportunity, please get in touch for a confidential discussion with Michael from Aldwych Consulting.

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Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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