Senior / Principal Transport Planner - Hybrid/ Flexible in Birmingham

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.Where you will workAt Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. We offer purpose-driven and challenging work on diverse projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. Our multidisciplinary teams collaborate closely with clients and partners to create positive change for communities and the environment.As a Haskoning colleague, you will have the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a real difference, supported by a culture that values expertise, innovation, and personal growth. 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.What you will do as a Senior to Principal Public Transport PlannerOur 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. Conducting network reviews to make sure that services are fit for purpose and are 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. This work covers conventional bus, demand responsive transport and education transport.Providing tools and associated advice to help clients prioritise investment in services and bus infrastructure.What we expect from youWe 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. Strong data analysis skills, including the ability to extract and interrogate datasets to generate meaningful insights.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 sustainableExcellent report‑writing skills, with the ability to communicate complex findings clearly.Proven experience of managing sizeable projects to agreed scope and budget.That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both your professional development and personal well-being. A solid foundation: 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, where 40% of our profit is distributed among employees. Work-life balance: 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. We work in a hybrid model with flexible hours, home office allowance, and a fully equipped home workspace. Development opportunities: 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. Private medical and dental cover:Fully paid by the company with an option to extend it to your family at discounted rates. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute.