Transport Planner in Taunton

Transport Planner in Taunton

Taunton Full-Time No working from home possible
Stantec Consulting International Ltd.

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support and deliver exciting transport projects across the South West & Wales.
  • Company: Join a friendly, collaborative team at Stantec, a leader in infrastructure planning.
  • Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working, and great perks like private medical insurance.
  • Other info: Strong career progression opportunities with mentoring and industry-leading training.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on high-profile projects while developing your career.
  • Qualifications: Degree in transportation or related field; experience with Transport Assessments and junction modelling.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Transport Planner to join our South West & Wales Transport Planning team on a permanent basis, based in Taunton, Exeter, Bristol or Cardiff. You’ll be joining a well-established and collaborative team delivering a diverse portfolio of projects across the South West & Wales, with excellent access to vibrant city centres, beautiful countryside and stunning coastlines. We are fortunate to work with excellent clients on some of the region’s most exciting development and infrastructure schemes, including major strategic land development proposals, infrastructure delivery projects and public sector commissions. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects while developing your career within a supportive, multi-disciplinary environment.

The Role

You will work across a wide range of projects from large and complex strategic land development proposals through to smaller sites, alongside strategic infrastructure and public sector commissions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supporting the technical delivery of transportation projects
  • Producing Transport Assessments and Travel Plans
  • Undertaking transport studies and associated technical analysis
  • Supporting junction modelling and analysis work
  • Liaising with clients, design teams, local authorities and stakeholders
  • Mentoring and supporting junior team members

This position offers strong opportunities for career progression and personal development, with mentoring and training support to help you further develop your expertise and work towards professional qualifications.

About You

  • Degree qualified in transportation, geography, engineering or a related discipline
  • Strong understanding of the UK planning system
  • Experience preparing Transport Assessments and Travel Plans, with junction modelling/analysis skills and use of relevant software
  • Strong numerical ability, with experience managing project budgets and quality
  • Working towards (or keen to achieve) a professional qualification such as TPP
  • Proven track record in project delivery, client management and stakeholder engagement

Why Join Us?

  • Our People Culture: We're a close knit team and very proud of our friendly and collaborative environment
  • Great Benefits: Competitive salary, pension plan, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and lots more.
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions

Transport Planner in Taunton employer: Stantec Consulting International Ltd.

Stantec is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and collaborative work culture that fosters personal and professional growth. With access to stunning landscapes and city centres in the South West & Wales, employees enjoy a supportive environment with strong career progression opportunities, competitive benefits, and industry-leading training. Join us to contribute to impactful projects while developing your expertise in a friendly team atmosphere.

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.

Contact Details:

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Transport Planner in Taunton

Transport Assessments
Travel Plans
Junction Modelling
Technical Analysis
Client Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Project Delivery