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We are seeking an experienced candidate for a senior appointment, reporting directly to the Partners, with a strong working knowledge of development planning (transport) with proven project management skills, ideally with a record of managing and developing commercial client relationships and with around ten years' postgraduate experience. This will include: Candidate Profile Circa 10 years transport planning background in a development planning role. Sound technical skills/knowledge in the transport planning field (e.g. Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, access appraisals, highway design, modelling etc.). Technical knowledge and proficiency in all relevant industry software (e.g. TRICS, TEMPRO, Junctions 10). Experience in the successful delivery of multiple projects of varying scales and complexity, including the management/leading of project teams. Strong communication skills, including representing clients at meetings with stakeholders; Associate / Associate Partner Experience in attending public consultations and/or Inquiries. Experience of developing and maintaining client relationships and business contacts. Chartered Member of a relevant and recognised professional institution and ideally Responsibilities Providing high quality technical transport and highways advice on numerous development planning projects. Planning and managing projects including setting and meeting deadlines/budgets alongside providing a high-quality product. Responsibility for contributing to the commercial success of the business and managing / developing key client relationships. Providing input to the business management team including developing business plans and delivering the agreed targets. Taking responsibility for specific aspects the day to day running of the Basingstoke/London office including dealing with administrative/non technical issues alongside technical projects. Establishing and maintaining excellent internal and external relationships, ensuring effective communication of objectives and plans both orally and in writing, including providing coaching / mentoring to junior members of staff.

We are seeking an experienced candidate for a senior appointment, reporting directly to the Partners, with a strong working knowledge of development planning (transport) with proven project management skills, ideally with a record of managing and developing commercial client relationships and with around ten years' postgraduate experience. This will include: Candidate Profile Circa 10 years transport planning background in a development planning role. Sound technical skills/knowledge in the transport planning field (e.g. Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, access appraisals, highway design, modelling etc.). Technical knowledge and proficiency in all relevant industry software (e.g. TRICS, TEMPRO, Junctions 10). Experience in the successful delivery of multiple projects of varying scales and complexity, including the management/leading of project teams. Strong communication skills, including representing clients at meetings with stakeholders; Associate / Associate Partner Experience in attending public consultations and/or Inquiries. Experience of developing and maintaining client relationships and business contacts. Chartered Member of a relevant and recognised professional institution and ideally Responsibilities Providing high quality technical transport and highways advice on numerous development planning projects. Planning and managing projects including setting and meeting deadlines/budgets alongside providing a high-quality product. Responsibility for contributing to the commercial success of the business and managing / developing key client relationships. Providing input to the business management team including developing business plans and delivering the agreed targets. Taking responsibility for specific aspects the day to day running of the Basingstoke/London office including dealing with administrative/non technical issues alongside technical projects. Establishing and maintaining excellent internal and external relationships, ensuring effective communication of objectives and plans both orally and in writing, including providing coaching / mentoring to junior members of staff.

A Transport Planning and Highway Engineering specialist consultancy is looking for a Senior/Principal Transport Planner in their Central London office. This role offers the opportunity to work on some of the most recognisable projects in Greater London such as Battersea Power Station and London Pavilion. You will be taking a leading role in a team of 20, managing these strategic projects, leading junior transport planners and working with the senior leadership team to develop client relationships. Key Responsibilities Technical & Project Delivery Lead the preparation and review of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans and Technical Notes Provide expert transport planning input to support planning applications and development-led schemes Undertake and oversee junction capacity assessments and traffic modelling (e.g. ARCADY, PICADY, LINSIG, TEMPro) Review highway and access designs to ensure compliance with local authority and national guidance Advise on active travel, public transport and sustainable transport strategies Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring delivery to programme and budget Client & Stakeholder Management Act as a key point of contact for developers, architects, planners and local authorities Attend and lead design team meetings, planning meetings and public consultations Support negotiations with highway authorities and planning officers Contribute to fee proposals, scopes of work and business development activities Leadership & Mentorship Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior and intermediate transport planners Review technical outputs and ensure high-quality, commercially aware delivery Support the development of internal best practice and technical standards Essential Requirements Degree (or postgraduate qualification) in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography or a related discipline Significant experience (typically 8+ years) in a development planning or transport planning consultancy Proven track record delivering transport planning support for planning applications Strong knowledge of UK planning policy, highways guidance and local authority processes Experience preparing and reviewing Transport Assessments and Transport Statements Competence in junction modelling software (e.g. LINSIG, ARCADY, PICADY) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Confident client-facing professional with commercial awareness Ability to manage workloads, deadlines and junior staff effectively If interested in this position, but would like to find out more before formally applying, please contact Taylor Smith at Calibre Search Manchester. Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.

About the job. Here at National Highways we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Senior Transport Planner within the Transport Planning Group. The jobholder will provide a range of transport planning services, using analytical skills to identify problems within a transport network, proposing solutions, modelling strategic interventions and appraising the value for money of options a click apply for full job details

About the job. Here at National Highways we have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Senior Transport Planner within the Transport Planning Group. The jobholder will provide a range of transport planning services, using analytical skills to identify problems within a transport network, proposing solutions, modelling strategic interventions and appraising the value for money of options a click apply for full job details

Birmingham, United Kingdom / Croydon, United Kingdom / London, United Kingdom / Manchester, United Kingdom Location/s: Croydon, London, Manchester and Birmingham; UK Recruiter contact: Emma Cantley Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy with over 20,000 employees across more than 50 countries and 140+ offices. We work across incredible global industries, delivering exciting work that is defining our future and making an important societal impact in the communities we serve. Our people power our performance - we succeed when they do. With countless opportunities to collaborate, learn, and grow, the possibilities for excellence are as varied as every individual. Whether you want to grow as a subject matter expert or broaden your experience with roles across our international community, you're surrounded by global specialists who want to combine their expertise and champion you to be your best. As a proudly employee-owned business, we benefit our clients, our communities, and each other, investing in creating the right space for everyone to feel empowered, included, and valued. Whatever your ambition, Mott MacDonald is where people come to be brilliant. Overview of role In this role, you will report directly to the Senior Land Consultant within our Land Advisory team and play a vital part in delivering some of the UK's largest infrastructure projects. Your primary responsibility will be to provide detailed, high-quality land ownership information for our clients through comprehensive research of Land Registry records, Ordnance Survey maps, and other relevant databases, as well as liaising with landowners and their agents. You will undertake land referencing activities, including the identification and interpretation of detailed land rights through HM Land Registry research, desktop analysis, and review of landowner questionnaires. The position also involves identifying landowners and engaging with property owners and the general public both onsite and via phone or email. Working closely with our GIS and Mapping team, you will interpret spatial data and produce Land Ownership and Access Plans, while ensuring the accurate production and quality checking of statutory notices, access licences, and associated documentation. You will be responsible for compiling the Book of Reference, Land Plans, and statutory documents, managing access arrangements for environmental surveys, and liaising with Local Authorities and other bodies to confirm details of adopted highways and public rights of way. Regular reporting will form part of your duties, alongside professional communication with clients and collaboration within our consents and engagement team of planners, stakeholder engagement specialists, and GIS experts. To succeed in this role, you will need To succeed in this role, you will need to demonstrate strong geographical knowledge and apply it effectively to complex tasks. You should be highly motivated, conscientious, and capable of working to a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, particularly in data capture and document production. The ability to prioritise a busy workload and meet challenging deadlines is essential, as is competence in Microsoft Word and Excel. You will be expected to take ownership of small workstreams, show initiative in planning and implementing tasks, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Strong communication skills are vital, enabling you to engage professionally with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders, influence decisions, and build lasting relationships. A commitment to professional standards and continuous professional development is required, along with a willingness to travel across the UK and work from office locations as needed. Candidate Specification Required criteria for the ideal Land Consultant Geography Bachelors degree or in a relevant discipline or experience Experience of delivering land services on major infrastructure schemes Proven ability in prioritising a busy workload with challenging deadlines Experience in effective influencing and negotiating skills with colleagues, clients/external bodies and other stakeholders to achieve intended goals Competent in Microsoft packages including MS word and Excel Experience in different statutory planning processes, procedures and organise projects, tasks, resources and/or people effectively and responsibly, managing risk and change We are actively recruiting a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. We recognise that differences in ability, skills and experience are a strength and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future. At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust. Equality, diversity, and inclusion We put equality, diversity, and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can contribute. Accessibility We want you to perform your best at every stage in the recruitment process. If you are disabled or need any support to enable you to apply or attend an interview, please contact us at and we will talk to you about how we can support you. We offer some fantastic benefits including Health and wellbeing Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues. Health cash plan to support you with every day health costs and treatments. Access to Peppy, providing free support from menopause experts for all UK colleagues. A variety of wellbeing support is available through our comprehensive wellbeing program, including access for you and your family. Ability to flex your salary to opt into a wide range of health benefits, many of which can be extended to your family too. Financial wellbeing We match employee pension contributions between 4.5% and 7%. Life assurance equal up to 4 x your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6 x your salary. Our income protection scheme provides a financial benefit, as well as absence and return to work support due to long-term illness or injury. Flexible benefits, including increased life assurance cover, critical illness insurance, payroll saving and will writing. As an independently owned business we share the financial success of the business with all our colleagues in various ways including annual bonus schemes. Lifestyle A minimum of 33-35 days holiday each year, inclusive of public holidays and dependent on level, with the ability to buy or sell leave through our flexible benefits programme. Holiday entitlement increased to a minimum of 35 days after 5 years' service. Variety of employee saving schemes and discounts from high-street retailers. Enhanced family and carers leave Enhanced family leave policies, including 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks paid paternity/partner leave. Our shared parental leave matches maternity leave meaning we pay up to 24 weeks at full pay. Up to five additional days leave are provided for those with significant caring responsibilities, two of which are paid. Learning and development Primary annual professional institution subscription. A broad range of opportunities to enhance both technical and soft skills through mentoring, formal training, and self-development options. Networks, communities, and social outcomes Join a wide range of groups including our Advanced Employee Networks which support our LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disability, and parents/carers communities. Apply now, or for more information about our application process, click here.

Note for Recruitment Agencies : We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable - please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner. Senior Planner - Highways Location - Yorkshire As Senior Planner you will develop, update and manage the construction programmes to support on time delivery. What will you be doing? Participate in creating a knowingly safe working environment. Updating and maintain the Cl Programmes along with the different delivery functions in assurance of providing a robust and realistic schedule that reflects the risk and opportunity that could impact key project milestones Review and develop the preferred construction sequence considering project wide constraints to confirm the duration in the overall scheme schedule Facilitate construction readiness planning Arrange, facilitate and provide output from client and supply chain collaborative planning sessions If required. prepare Time Location charts using Tilos If required, cost load the schedule If required, generate Earned Value Analysis from the cost loaded schedule Produce programme metrics Monthly updating of the schedule and reports Update and analyse the schedule based on the effects of Compensation events or other events which may affect the programme. Liaise with subcontractors and assess their programme submissions for acceptance About you We are looking for passion and a commitment for delivering excellence. A solid track record of planning civils projects in a public realm setting is essential. You'll need experience of working in the contracting environment with the ability to build programmes from scratch in an independent manner but working within a team and report using P. The ideal candidate will have progressed from a site engineering background so understands first hand how jobs are built. As a planner we expect the candidate to be a team player and self sufficient when required. What We Can Offer in Return : With an impressive order book of over £ billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we're poised for further growth and success, so if you're committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you. We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues. We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential. Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged. Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team. Our benefits : We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary. Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays A wide range of corporate discounts Cycle to Work schemes Comprehensive pension plan Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free / support to those who need it Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role About us : Galliford Try is one of the UK's leading construction groups with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in. Our Highways business has seen impressive growth over the last few years working in collaboration with National Highways (formerly Highways England) and Local Authority clients across the country. Our portfolio of road projects has contributed substantially to the national infrastructure network and has seen us become one of the leading players in the Highways sector. Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work. We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long term value. Additional Information : Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full time, reduced hours and / or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process. We encourage you and would be grateful if you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you. Don't meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. A full job description for this role is available upon request LI-JR

Build the world you want to live in with a career in the infrastructure and energy sector. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Planner / Associate Planner with experience of Planning Act 2008 procedures to join our Infrastructure Consents team. The role would be based from our Leeds and we offer flexible working arrangements and encourage our team to balance quality time in our office hubs with working from home. Our experienced and fast-growing team is already delivering on Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs) across various project sectors including rail, road, energy, high voltage transmission, business and commercial NSIPs. We have a strong forward workload of green energy projects which provides an opportunity to be developed at the forefront of progressing some of the most ambitious renewable energy initiatives in the UK. The Consents team has a proven track record of advising on a huge range of infrastructure projects across a wide spectrum of consent regimes including, but not limited to, DCOs, TWAOs, Section 36 projects and conventional TCPA projects. The team has managed and recently submitted four DCOs, a multi-billion-pound TWAO, and several smaller renewable TCPA applications, and we have more projects currently starting their NSIP journey. With members of our team being amongst few professionals in the UK industry to have delivered DCO consents from initial inception through to consent, our client is positioning itself as a leading provider of these services throughout the UK and across all sectors and is seeking ambitious professionals to join us in realising this ambition. You would be joining one of the country's fastest growing infrastructure teams working with some of the UK's largest infrastructure clients, including Network Rail, National Highways and National Grid, alongside the opportunity to work with industry leading renewable energy clients and investment companies, contributing to the national energy ambitions for clean energy. We offer a highly competitive salary package which includes a fantastic benefits package including a variety of flexible benefits allowing you to choose those that suit your personal circumstances including purchasing additional leave, health cash plans, cycle to work scheme and so on! In addition, we welcome applications from those seeking flexible or agile working arrangements and can be discussed at the application stage. What does it take to be successful? As a key member of our growing and ambitious team, you will be able to carve your own niche, contributing to the delivery of high-quality professional services to our existing clients, promoting our services to new clients and promoting our expertise to the market working with our marketing and business development teams, and colleagues within the business. This role would be ideal for a qualified planner or similarly qualified individual, with experience and knowledge of the NSIP and/or similar regimes, or with experience managing large and complex project teams. A willingness and ability to travel throughout the UK is an advantage, but flexibility and ensuring a healthy work/life balance is one of our key values. Your day-to-day role will comprise the delivery of excellent technical, fee-earning work for our clients alongside our land teams and project managers. You will also become involved in business promotion - for example networking events, working with our professional partners to run seminars, publish thought-pieces, legislation and technical updates to the market etc. You will take responsibility for the management and delivery of projects, including program and budgeting autonomy, with the support of your colleagues and the senior management team and Partners.

Principal Transport Planner Location: Birmingham (Hybrid Working Available) Salary: Competitive + Benefits A National Transport Planning specialist is now looking for a Principal Transport Planner to join their team in Birmingham. You'd be taking on a project leadership role, delivering a range of schemes including residential, commercial and education sector schemes. The Opportunity This role offers a blend of technical leadership, client management, and team development. You will be trusted to lead complex transport assessments, travel plans, expert witness and others, provide strategic advice to clients, and contribute to the continued growth of the business in the Midlands and further a field. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver complex transport planning projects across development planning and highways Take ownership of key client relationships and act as a trusted technical advisor Manage project delivery, including programme, budget, and quality control Provide senior technical input and review of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, and Travel Plans Oversee junction modelling and transport analysis work Support negotiations with local authorities and statutory consultees Contribute to bids, fee proposals, and work-winning activity Line manage, mentor, and develop junior transport planning staff Candidate Requirements Essential: Degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, or a related discipline Extensive experience within a UK transport planning consultancy Strong background in development-led transport planning Proven experience leading projects and managing clients Excellent understanding of UK planning policy and highways standards Strong written and verbal communication skills Commercial awareness and experience managing fees and programmes Desirable: Chartered or near-Chartered status (CIHT, or equivalent) Experience supporting business development and office growth People management or mentoring experience Experience with transport modelling software (e.g. LinSig, Junctions, VISSIM) If interested in this position, but would like to find out more about the role, please contact Taylor Smith at Calibre Search Manchester. Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.