Transport Planner

Position: Transport Planner (Permanent)
Job Profile Transport Planner - Birmingham - CF44875

Bennett & Game Recruitment are proud to be working with a leading transport planning and highways design consultancy seeking a Transport Planner to join their expanding team in Birmingham.

With established offices in Gateshead and Fleet, our client has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality transport planning and highway design solutions for both public and private sector clients across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Transport Planner to work on a diverse range of development planning projects, including Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, and technical reports, while supporting the growth of the new Birmingham office.

Transport Planner

Position Overview

Prepare Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, and Travel Plans
Undertake junction capacity assessments using ARCADY, PICADY, and LINSIG
Liaise with clients, contractors, and local/national authorities
Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
Check and review work prepared by junior team members
Support and mentor junior staff, promoting continuous technical development
Assist with site appraisals, survey design, and report preparation
Contribute to the growth and development of the new Birmingham office
Work collaboratively with the wider highways and transport team Transport Planner

Position Requirements

Degree in Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, or related discipline
2-5 years' experience in UK Transport Planning
Member (or working towards membership) of CIHT or similar professional body
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Experience using ARCADY, PICADY, and LINSIG
AutoCAD experience advantageous
Excellent analytical, numerical, and communication skills
Strong problem-solving ability and commercial awareness
Self-motivated with the ability to manage individual workload effectively
Professional, approachable, and confident in client-facing situations

Transport Planner Position Remuneration

Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Company pension scheme
Annual and spot performance bonuses
Profit share bonus
Healthcare cash plan
Cycle to work scheme
Salary sacrifice car scheme
Opportunities for professional development and chartership support
Collaborative and supportive working environment

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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