Transport Planner – Birmingham

Salary: £35,000 – £50,000 (DOE) + Excellent Benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Transport Planner to join a respected consultancy in their growing Birmingham office. This is a fantastic role for someone looking to take the next step in their career, working on a diverse range of transport planning and infrastructure projects across the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, and Travel Plans, including coordination and monitoring.
• Carry out junction capacity assessments using ARCADY, PICADY, and LINSIG.
• Produce and present technical drawings, written reports, and supporting documentation.
• Liaise effectively with clients, contractors, and local or national authorities.
• Ensure that all project work is delivered on time, within budget, and to a high technical standard.
• Review and check the quality and accuracy of work prepared by junior team members.
• Support and mentor junior colleagues, helping to develop their technical skills and confidence.
• Assist Team Leaders in providing highways and transport advice from early feasibility through to detailed design.
• Undertake site visits, design and manage surveys, and contribute to the preparation of presentations and reports.
• Maintain up-to-date records and project documentation.
• Play an active role in developing and expanding the Birmingham office and its presence in the region.

About You:

• Degree in Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 2–5 years’ experience in UK Transport Planning and an understanding of relevant guidance and standards.
• MCIHT membership (or working towards) desirable.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent numeracy and analytical skills.
• Practical experience using ARCADY, PICADY, and LINSIG.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD is advantageous.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary £35,000 – £50,000 (dependent on experience)
• Company pension scheme
• Annual and ad-hoc bonuses
• Profit share bonus
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
• Ongoing career development and training opportunities

Apply Today:

If you’re looking to take the next step in your Transport Planning career and join a forward-thinking consultancy, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact Callum at callum.jones@aztrum.com or call 0208 164 5915 for a confidential discussion.