Principal Transport Planning

Principal Transport Planning

Full-Time 30000 - 36400 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
The Construction Index Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead exciting transport planning projects and mentor the next generation of planners.
  • Company: Join a dynamic consultancy in Central London with a focus on equality and diversity.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, annual bonuses, flexible working, and generous holiday.
  • Other info: Be part of a supportive team culture with excellent career growth opportunities.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in transport planning while developing your leadership skills.
  • Qualifications: Experience in transport planning and strong communication skills are essential.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 36400 £ per year.

Location: Central London

Salary: £55,000+ (DOE)

Type: Full-time, Hybrid Working (2:3 or 3:2)

The Role:

  • Lead projects in development planning and transport planning, taking technical ownership.
  • Oversee delivery of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans, EIA chapters and supporting analysis.
  • Lead junction capacity modelling using ARCADY/PICADY/Junctions 9/10/11.
  • Mentor and upskill junior and mid-level planners.
  • Build and maintain client relationships, providing expert consultancy advice.
  • Contribute to work‑winning, fee proposals and commercial management.
  • Support the growth and direction of the transport planning team.

Qualifications:

  • Established background in transport planning, ideally within a consultancy.
  • Strong technical expertise in development planning deliverables.
  • Advanced experience in junction modelling (ARCADY/PICADY).
  • Confident communicator capable of leading client discussions and project outputs.
  • Ability to support team development and take a leadership role.
  • Eligible to live and work in the UK.

Rewards & Benefits:

  • Competitive salary starting from £55,000+ DOE.
  • Annual performance bonus (paid consistently every year).
  • Twice-yearly formal salary reviews.
  • Hybrid & flexible working.
  • 37.5-hour week.
  • 25 days' holiday + bank holidays.
  • 4% matched pension.
  • Professional fees and memberships paid.
  • Healthcare options.
  • Regular socials and a highly supportive team culture.

Equality and Diversity:

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

The Construction Index Ltd

Contact Details:

The Construction Index Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Principal Transport Planning

Transport Planning
Development Planning
Transport Assessments
Transport Statements
Travel Plans
EIA Chapters
Junction Capacity Modelling