Principal Transport Planner in Otley

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per year (dependent on experience)

Location: Otley, West Yorkshire

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time (Monday – Friday)

We are looking for a passionate and driven Principal Transport Planner to join our team at Align Property Services.

Responsibilities

• Lead on a wide variety of impactful projects for clients including local authorities and national park organisations across the region.
• Span the full project lifecycle, from feasibility and design through to funding and delivery.
• Develop active travel schemes (from initial studies to detailed design), support school streets initiatives, prepare Transport Assessments, Statements and Travel Plans for new developments, and review planning applications on behalf of local authorities.
• Contribute to business cases for national and regional funding bids and undertake transport modelling to inform decision‑making.
• Collaborate on a wide range of exciting transportation planning projects with multidisciplinary teams.
• Play a key role in supporting junior team members to deliver high‑quality outcomes.
• Drive innovation and establish best practices across highway schemes and development projects.
• Lead the delivery of Feasibility Studies, Transport Statements, Transport Assessments, LCWIPs, and Active Travel Plans.

Qualifications

• A numerate degree in Transport, Mathematics, Geography, Civil Engineering, Planning, or a related discipline.
• Post-qualification experience within an engineering consultancy with the ability to lead project delivery and provide clear, confident leadership.
• A proven track record delivering Development Planning work and/or active travel concept and feasibility studies.
• Strong leadership skills, including mentoring, coaching and team building, with the ability to inspire and guide high-performing teams.
• A proactive commitment to continuous professional development and staying up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies.
• In-depth knowledge of the UK regulatory environment, ensuring all work is compliant and delivered to the highest standards.
• Well-developed project management capabilities, including planning, scheduling, budgeting and resource allocation across multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to confidently liaise with team members, clients, regulators and wider stakeholders.
• A proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships, understand client needs and effectively manage expectations.
• A high level of professionalism and integrity, with a strong commitment to safety, ethical decision-making and quality outcomes.
• Confidence working independently or collaboratively, whether directly with clients or as part of a wider project team.
• Membership of TPS, CILT or CIHT (or working towards membership).
• A full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £55,000 per year, dependent on skills and experience.
• Enrolment on to a company pension scheme with up to 6% contribution from the company.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to purchase up to 10 additional annual leave days.
• Hybrid working to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Professional development through varying project work.
• A benefits scheme including a good maternity leave package, cycle to work scheme and an online voucher portal providing discounts from leading retailers.
• Stability in your role – public sector security in a private sector industry.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and welcome applications from individuals regardless of age, any disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief.