Senior Transport Planner

About Pell Frischmann
Pell Frischmann is a specialist advisory and technical consultancy operating across the built and natural environment, helping to shape a better future for the communities in which we work. We offer consultancy services, with access to specialist sister companies and partners, to support both public and private-sector clients. We work across sectors encompassing buildings, infrastructure, and regeneration.

Originally formed in 1926, we have a unique heritage in delivering client-focused solutions that deliver value through our commercial awareness, sustainable aspirations, and innovative approach. Our distinctive future is defined by our ownership; Pell Frischmann is a part of RSBG SE, the patient capital investment arm of RAG-Stiftung. RAG-Stiftung is a foundation with the long-term public purpose to deal with the environmental and social commitments resulting from the closing of Germany's coal mining industry. RSBG SE's mission is to generate sustainable funds for the foundation; so, our work directly contributes to the challenge of fighting global pollution and climate change.

Pell Frischmann is a leading international multi-disciplinary consultancy with a rich history of delivering innovative and sustainable solutions across the built and natural environments. With a strong and growing presence in Scotland, our Scottish team works across the mobility sector focused on the development of transport policy, strategy, business cases, development planning, energy and developing innovative tools to shape a more sustainable and well-connected future. Celebrating our centenary year in 2026, this is an exciting time to be in team Pell Frischmann locally and nationally.

The differentiators of working for Pell Frischmann…

• We think local and work local with our project teams similarly resourced on this basis. With our work wholly delivered in the UK, this ensures the continued development of our early to mid-career professionals, and lots of opportunities for 'hands-on' learning.
• We provide hands-on senior staff input throughout delivery, bringing continual learning and mentoring for our early to mid-career professionals.
• All that we do is underpinned by our Noble Purpose where the hard work of everyone across the business actively generates sustainable funds to reinvest in protecting the environment. Locally we embed this purpose and positive ethos it brings into in the way we operate, the way we think and how we go about delivering our projects.
• We do more than simply collaborate with clients; we also work as an extension to their team providing more opportunities to 'see things from the other side' and gain more skills early on.
• We adopt an agile business model and culture, which is non-bureaucratic, innovative, and pragmatic that empowers opportunities for all.
• We do not stand still - innovation is an underlying cornerstone of our business and which everyone in a delivery role is empowered to bring to all projects where there is the opportunity regardless of individual size or 'gloss'.

The Role
The Senior Transport Planner will be a key consultant within our transport planning team, responsible for delivering technical transport studies, assessments, and modelling to support our clients, primarily within the energy, commercial, and residential development sectors. The role is focused on the early stages of the planning process, from site feasibility through to planning application submission. The role would come with the opportunity to further your expertise also supporting our public sector clients ranging from policy development, research, innovation tools, appraisal and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Development Planning & EIA:

• Support the preparation and submission of Traffic and Transport Chapters for Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), particularly for large-scale energy or infrastructure projects (e.g., wind farms, solar farms, battery energy storage system (BESS) sites and grid connection sites).

• Prepare comprehensive Transport Assessments (TAs) and Transport Statements (TSs) to support planning applications for energy, commercial, residential and industrial developments.

• Conduct site visit appraisals, feasibility studies and due diligence checks for prospective land acquisitions in the context of transport requirements.

• Traffic Engineering & Modelling:

• Undertake detailed capacity and operational analysis using industry-standard junction modelling software, including ARCADY, PICADY and LINSIG.

• Develop and test geometric solutions for site accesses, internal layouts, and off-site highway mitigation measures in accordance with Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and local authority standards.

• Client & Stakeholder Management:

• Serve as the primary technical contact for transport-related project tasks, liaising directly with private sector clients, architects, and multi-disciplinary project teams.

• Engage and negotiate effectively with local and national highway authorities (Transport Scotland) and planning officers to secure technical approvals.

• Project & Financial Management:

• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resourcing for transport work packages, ensuring profitable and timely delivery of consultancy outputs.

• Contribute to tender submissions, fee proposals, and scoping out of transport-related requirements for new energy and infrastructure projects.

Person Specification
Qualifications & Experience

• Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Transport Planning, Geography, or a related discipline.

• Working toward or achieved Chartered status (e.g., CEng, TPP, or MRTPI) is highly desirable.

• Technical Expertise

• Proven, hands-on experience in junction modelling software (ARCADY, PICADY, LINSIG).

• Demonstrable experience in authoring EIA Traffic and Transport Chapters, Transport Assessments and Construction Traffic Management Plans (CTMPs).
• Strong technical knowledge of relevant design guidance (e.g., Manual for Streets, DMRB) and UK planning policy (NPPF/SPP) as it relates to transport.

• Familiarity with the principles of CTMPs and abnormal load route assessments.

• Sector Focus

• Experience working with private sector clients (developers, investors, or land owners).

• Specific, demonstrable experience on energy sector projects (e.g., grid infrastructure, renewables) is a significant advantage.

• Commercial Acumen

• Proven ability to manage small-to-medium project budgets and deliver work to commercial deadlines.

Why Pell Frischmann?

We are one of the UK's most influential and highly respected firms of infrastructure and built environment professionals. We provide a collaborative and supportive working environment, where you'll have the freedom and flexibility to create your own pathway and make a real impact within the business and in the communities in which you will operate.

We'll support your ongoing personal and professional development as your career progresses, allowing you to reach your full potential. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and are delighted to be a part of the government's Disability Confident Scheme. We're happy to talk about flexible working and are committed to promoting the wellbeing of all our employees.

In addition, you'll receive a competitive salary and other excellent benefits you can find on the link below

Pell Frischmann Benefits

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