Aldwych Consulting Ltd
Principal / Associate Transport Planner

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Principal / Associate Transport Planner
Location: London
Salary: circa £50,000-£65,000 DOE
Type: Full Time, Permanent | Hybrid Working
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Principal / Associate Transport Planner to join a well-established, independent transport and infrastructure planning consultancy in Central London. This role is suited to an experienced development planning professional looking to take ownership of projects, lead technical delivery, and play a key role in the continued growth of a highly regarded transport planning team.
The consultancy works with a mix of private and public sector clients across the UK and internationally, delivering transport planning solutions for residential, mixed-use, commercial, urban regeneration and strategic land development projects. Known for its collaborative, sociable culture and strong technical reputation, this is an excellent environment for a senior transport planner seeking both responsibility and long-term progression.
The Role
As a Principal / Associate Transport Planner, you will lead the delivery of transport planning inputs across the full project lifecycle, from early feasibility and masterplanning through to planning submission and on-site delivery. You will take a hands-on role in technical work while also providing leadership, mentoring, and client management.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Leading and delivering Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, Travel Plans, Delivery & Servicing Plans, and technical reports.
- Developing multi-modal access strategies and transport solutions for development and public-sector projects.
- Undertaking site visits, corridor studies, walking and cycling assessments, and supporting public consultation.
- Carrying out capacity and junction modelling using PICADY, ARCADY, LINSIG, and VISSIM.
- Reviewing designs through swept path analysis and application of relevant design standards.
- Supporting large-scale masterplanning, feasibility studies, and complex planning applications.
- Managing projects, programmes, and budgets while maintaining high technical standards.
- Acting as a key point of contact for clients, local authorities, and project teams.
- Supporting and mentoring junior team members and contributing to team development.
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About You
You will be an experienced transport planner from a consultancy background, comfortable operating at Principal or Associate level, with strong technical capability and confident client-facing skills.
You will ideally demonstrate:
- A relevant degree qualification (Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, or similar).
- 4+ years' experience in development-led transport planning (significantly more for Associate level).
- Strong experience preparing Transport Assessments and Transport Statements.
- Proficiency with junction modelling software (PICADY / ARCADY essential; LINSIG / VISSIM desirable).
- Excellent technical report-writing and analytical skills.
- A collaborative approach with the ability to lead projects and support team growth.


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What's On Offer
- Competitive salary circa £50,000-£65,000 DOE.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Hybrid working (minimum 2 days per week in the office).
- Performance-related bonus.
- 6% contributory pension.
- Private Medical Insurance.
- Salary sacrifice schemes, season ticket loan, and cycle-to-work.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.
- Active social and sports club with regular events.
- Strong focus on professional development, training, and progression.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing consultancy with a genuinely supportive culture, high-profile projects, and clear progression at senior level.
If you would like to find out more or discuss the role confidentially, please get in touch with Michael on 07787 736 270.
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.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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