Associate to Associate Director - Transport Planning

A growing multidisciplinary consultancy is seeking two experienced Associate to Associate Directors to join its expanding Transport Planning & Infrastructure team. This is a senior opportunity to lead on a diverse portfolio of development and infrastructure projects across the UK, working within a collaborative, planning-led environment.

You'll play a key role in shaping transport strategies, supporting major development schemes and contributing to the continued growth of the team across multiple office locations.

The Role

As a senior member of the team, you will take ownership of project delivery, client relationships and technical outputs across a range of transport planning services.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading transport planning input across development projects from appraisal through to delivery.
• Preparing and overseeing Transport Assessments, Statements and Travel Plans.
• Developing sustainable transport and mobility strategies.
• Undertaking junction modelling, network analysis and forecasting.
• Supporting site promotion and infrastructure planning work.
• Managing project programmes, priorities and deliverables.
• Building strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams.
• Contributing to business development and team growth.

About You

• Significant experience in transport planning within a consultancy or similar environment.
• Strong technical capability across modelling and assessment tools (e.g. ARCADY, PICADY, TRICS, TEMPRO, AutoCAD).
• Proven ability to manage projects and deliver high-quality technical outputs.
• Excellent written, analytical and communication skills.
• Strong client-facing experience and relationship management ability.
• Proactive, organised and commercially aware approach.
• Experience leading or mentoring team members (desirable at this level).

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary (DOE).
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Private healthcare, pension and life assurance.
• Professional membership support and CPD programme.
• Enhanced family policies and wellbeing support.
• Cycle to work and flexible benefits schemes.
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing team.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior leadership role within a growing consultancy, offering real influence over project delivery, team development and client relationships. You'll benefit from varied, high-profile work and a supportive environment that encourages professional growth.

When applying to any role through Cobalt, your CV will never be shared with a client without your prior consent. Apply in confidence below or get in touch with me for a confidential discussion about the position via [email protected] or 07458161399 .