Senior/Principal Transport Planner (Public Transport) in London

This is a wonderful opportunity for a motivated and experienced transport planner at Senior to Principal Consultant level to join our highly respected Public Transport Team. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, creative and people‐orientated individual with specialist knowledge and experience of bus operations and a passion for improving public transport in the UK.

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee‐owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact on the world. We offer purpose‐driven and challenging work on diverse projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society.

As a member of the Integrated Transport Planning (ITP) team within Haskoning, you will work alongside skilled professionals united by a shared passion for vision‐led transport planning, designing sustainable mobility solutions that meet people's needs and help shape places that reflect the unique character of their local context.

Our team of experts is committed to improving public transport and making it the first choice for peoples' travel needs. We work collaboratively with local authorities, combined authorities and delivery partners to develop environmentally and financially sustainable solutions that recognise the practical challenges and constraints faced. Our services include:

• Conducting network reviews to ensure that services are fit for purpose and achieving best value, assessing their alignment with wider objectives and developing options for future networks.
• Developing and refining public transport policies.
• Developing franchising and partnership models tailored to local requirements, including the management of Enhanced Partnerships and support for franchising approaches.
• Designing and implementing fares and ticketing schemes, using big data modelling to predict and evaluate impacts across both traditional and technology‐led systems.
• Supporting authorities through business case development and funding processes, including securing investment for bus franchising, new electric vehicles, and associated infrastructure upgrades.
• Providing specialist support for the development of new public transport networks, including demand forecasting, integration plans, and route testing to serve existing communities and planned housing growth.
• Providing tools and associated advice to help clients prioritise investment in services and bus infrastructure.

We are seeking a candidate with an excellent understanding of the bus sector in the UK and associated policy and legislation implications; experience in UK bus operations and network planning; and/or in the design, implementation, evaluation, and administration of ticketing and concessionary travel schemes. We would expect you to bring:

• Strong data analysis skills, including the ability to extract and interrogate datasets to generate meaningful insights.
• The ability to quickly adopt new ways of working and to prioritise workloads.
• Experience using GIS mapping software and interpreting analytical outputs.
• Experience of identifying the need for change in a bus network and producing solutions that are deliverable, affordable and sustainable.
• Excellent report‐writing skills, with the ability to communicate complex findings clearly.
• Proven experience of managing sizeable projects to agreed scope and budget.
• A track record of developing and maintaining effective client relationships, including supporting the securing of new work.
• Experience of working within a team environment and supporting junior staff in their development.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

At Haskoning, we believe that the well‐being of our employees is essential to our shared success. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional development and personal well‐being.

What we offer:

• A competitive base salary reflecting your skills and experience.
• An attractive compensation package, including pension accrual through our own pension fund with an employer contribution of 7% and annual profit sharing.
• 25 vacation days (based on full‐time employment), with the option to purchase an additional 10 days per year and to exchange three public holidays for days that are personally meaningful to you.
• A hybrid model with flexible hours, home office allowance, and a fully equipped home workspace.
• A wide range of training and development programmes, including tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and various knowledge‐sharing groups.
• A welcoming and open environment with voluntary social and sports activities, and employee networks such as Pride and Young Haskoning.
• Fully paid private medical and dental cover, with an option to extend it to your family at discounted rates.

At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces everyone's unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here.