Principal Transport Planner - Leeds

💰 Competitive Salary + Benefits
📍 UK (Hybrid Working Available)

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About the Company Our client is a well-established, independent transport planning consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice across the UK.
They work on a diverse portfolio of projects including:

• Major residential and mixed-use developments
• Strategic land promotion schemes
• Commercial and retail developments
• Infrastructure and regeneration projects

The business is known for its pragmatic approach, technical strength, and long-standing client relationships, working closely with developers, land promoters, and planning consultants to unlock complex sites.

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The Role This is an opportunity for an experienced Principal Transport Planner to take a leading role in project delivery while supporting the growth of a dynamic and collaborative team.
You’ll be involved in both technical delivery and client-facing work, with real influence over projects and the direction of schemes.

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage transport planning projects from inception through to delivery
• Prepare and review key technical documents, including:
  • Transport Assessments & Statements
  • Travel Plans
  • Technical Notes and supporting documents
• Provide strategic transport advice to clients and project teams
• Support and manage junior team members
• Attend client meetings, site visits, and public consultations
• Liaise with local authorities and key stakeholders

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What They’re Looking For

• Proven experience in transport planning (consultancy or local authority)
• Strong technical background in development planning
• Experience producing and reviewing Transport Assessments
• Ability to manage projects and client relationships independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. Civil Engineering, Geography, Transport Planning)

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Why Join?

• Strong pipeline of secured work across the UK
• Exposure to high-profile and complex development projects
• Supportive, close-knit team environment
• Genuine opportunity to influence projects and progress your career
• Flexible / hybrid working