Tetra Tech Europe
Senior Transport Planner / Principal Transport Planner - Leeds/Newcastle
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Shape the future of transport across the North
Join a leading consultancy delivering high-impact development projects and play a key role in creating smarter, more sustainable transport solutions.
Purpose & Scope of the Role
As a Principal or Senior Transport Planner, you will be part of a well-established Transport North team delivering a diverse portfolio of development-led projects across the private and public sectors. Working with developers, local authorities, and multidisciplinary teams, you will lead and support the preparation of Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, and Environmental Impact Assessment inputs. The role also includes mentoring junior colleagues, contributing to business development through fee proposals, and maintaining strong client relationships, while staying at the forefront of industry standards and best practice.
Your Impact in this position
You will influence the success of key infrastructure and development schemes by providing clear, data-driven transport insights. From site appraisals to client meetings, your expertise will help shape planning outcomes, improve accessibility, and support sustainable growth. Your leadership will also strengthen team capability, ensuring high-quality delivery across all projects.
Core Capabilities
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Technical Expertise
- Strong experience delivering Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, and development-related reports
- Solid understanding of UK planning processes and highway design principles
Analytical & Problem Solving
- Ability to analyse, interpret, and present complex data clearly
- Methodical approach with strong attention to detail
Digital & Modelling Skills
- Proficient in tools such as AutoCAD, GIS, TRICS, TEMPro, Junctions, LinSIG, or Transyt
- Confident using Microsoft Word and Excel for technical reporting
Communication & Client Engagement
- Clear and confident communicator, able to engage with clients and stakeholders
- Experience supporting project delivery and contributing to work-winning activities
Collaboration & Leadership
- Effective team player within multidisciplinary environments
- Ability to mentor and support junior team members
Skills, Qualifications & Experience
- Degree or Masters in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, or a related field. Working towards or holding professional accreditation (e.g. CIHT, CILT, TPP, or ICE) is desirable.
- Proven UK consultancy experience in transport planning is essential.
Working Environment
This role is based in either Newcastle or Leeds, with hybrid working available. You can expect a balance of office and home working, alongside site visits and client meetings as required. Flexible working arrangements are supported.
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About Tetra Tech
Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.
We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science® to solve our clients’ most complex problems.
In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role.
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