Transport / Senior Transport Planner

Join to apply for the Transport / Senior Transport Planner role at Mott MacDonald. Location/s: Leeds, Sheffield, Newcastle, Manchester, Liverpool; UK Recruiter contact: Emma Cantley Overview of the Role Transport planning is a core service at Mott MacDonald, forming a vital part of our extensive transport business. We specialise in business case development, policy, and strategy, and support high‑profile projects such as HS2, the Northern Powerhouse Rail, Manchester Piccadilly Station, Liverpool Central, West Yorkshire Mass Transit, and major schemes for National Highways. In the North we deliver large‑scale and local transport strategies, business cases, and funding bids across West and South Yorkshire, Greater Manchester, Liverpool City Region, Cumbria, and Wales, working with Transport for Greater Manchester, Merseytravel, Cheshire and Cumbria, West and South Yorkshire Combined Authorities, and local authorities. We are at the forefront of future mobility, advising the Department for Transport on innovation, alternative fuels, and transport technology, while helping authorities develop strategies that support sustainable travel, decarbonisation, regeneration, and public health. As a Transport / Senior Transport Planner you will lead the development of transport policy, strategy, and business cases in one of our northern offices. You will manage project workstreams, mentor junior staff, and engage directly with clients and stakeholders. You will contribute to business development, shape regional transport agendas, and help deliver some of the UK’s most exciting and transformative transport projects. Candidate Specification We’re looking for a Transport / Senior Transport Planner with a strong track record in shaping transport policy, strategy, and business case development. Essential A strong interest in transportation, transport policy and strategy, business cases, placemaking, and sustainability Degree in a related discipline (or equivalent). This could include Transport Planning, Geography, Engineering, Economics, Urban Planning Member (or working towards membership) of a relevant professional organisation (such as CIHT, CILT, TPS or ICE) or ideally looking to achieve chartered status (e.g. CTPP) Demonstrable skills in at least some of the following: transport policy and strategy, business cases, transport economics, scheme development and appraisal, or sustainable transport planning Strong numerical and analytical skills, with proficiency in spreadsheet‑based data analysis and economic appraisal. Experience applying techniques in line with Transport Analysis Guidance (TAG) and His Majesty’s (HM) Treasury Green Book guidance, and a clear understanding of their role in scheme development Excellent report writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to clients and colleagues Experience contributing to successful bids and tenders, demonstrating commercial awareness and client engagement capability Desirable An MSc or post‑degree qualification in a transport‑related subject Project management experience Better Business Cases qualification An interest or qualification in urban design and experience of working on major movement studies Knowledge of the North‑West and/or North‑East and regional transport and regeneration market UK Immigration Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. 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. Agile Working 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 reasonable.adjustments@mottmac.com and we will talk to you about how we can support you. Benefits Health and Wellbeing Private medical insurance for all UK colleagues. Health cash plan to support you with everyday 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× your basic salary, with an option to increase the level of cover to 6× 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. Make a difference within our communities through our social outcomes. Apply now or for more information about our application process, click here. Contract Type: Permanent Work Pattern: Full Time Market: Transport Discipline: Planning and Modelling Job Ref: 12112 #J-18808-Ljbffr