Associate Transport Planner
16 days ago
Godalming
Associate Transport Planner - London / Surrey (Hybrid) \n Location: Surrey/ London \n Salary:£50,000/£60,000 \n Penguin Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading UK consultancy in the search for an experienced Associate Transport Planner to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior role within a respected consultancy, working on a diverse range of development projects across the UK while benefiting from a hybrid working environment based in London or Surrey. \n Our client specialises in transport planning and infrastructure design across a wide variety of sectors, including residential, retail, leisure, office, distribution, industrial, education, healthcare, and mixed-use developments. Their team delivers tailored solutions throughout the full project lifecycle, from feasibility and assessment through to implementation and supervision, with a strong reputation for providing cost-effective infrastructure solutions. \n As an Associate Transport Planner, you will play a key role in leading transport planning projects, managing client relationships, and supporting the delivery of integrated infrastructure solutions across a broad range of developments. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Lead the preparation and delivery of Transport Assessments and Transport Statements.\n, • Prepare and develop Travel Plans for a range of development projects.\n, • Undertake and manage transport modelling and analytical assessments.\n, • Carry out feasibility studies to support development proposals.\n, • Provide transport planning input to highway design projects.\n, • Coordinate with drainage and flood risk specialists to deliver integrated infrastructure solutions.\n, • Prepare clear, accurate, and professional technical reports.\n, • Present technical findings to clients, stakeholders, and project teams.\n, • Attend meetings, consultations, and, where required, public inquiries to provide expert transport planning advice.\n, • Mentor and support junior members of the transport planning team.\n, • Assist with project management to ensure work is delivered to a high standard and within agreed timescales.\n, • Contribute to bids and proposals for new projects.\n, • Build and maintain strong client relationships.\n, • Ensure quality, consistency, and timely delivery across all projects.\n, • Work collaboratively within a hybrid team environment while also managing your own workload independently.\n\n Requirements \n\n • Strong experience in transport planning, including the delivery of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, and Travel Plans for development projects.\n, • Proficiency in transport modelling and related analytical tools, with the ability to interpret data and translate findings into practical recommendations.\n, • Excellent communication skills, including technical report writing, presenting complex information to non-specialists, and stakeholder engagement.\n, • Degree (or equivalent) in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related discipline.\n, • Professional accreditation with CIHT, TPS, ICE, or working towards accreditation is highly desirable.\n, • Demonstrated experience of UK transport policy, design standards, and development planning processes, including liaison with local authorities and other public bodies.\n, • Competence using relevant software, including junction and network modelling, GIS, and MS Office.\n, • Strong analytical and detail-focused approach.\n, • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.\n, • A commitment to delivering high-quality, inclusive, and ethical professional practice.\n\n If you're interested in this opportunity, please contact