Transport Planner

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Transport Planner to join our busy and well-established Transport Planning team in Northampton . This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong understanding of transport planning— particularly development planning —and an interest in supporting a variety of public sector schemes.As part of our team, you’ll contribute to high-profile projects across Northampton , including major Sustainable Urban Extensions, the SEGRO Northampton Strategic Rail Freight Interchange, and the University of Northampton’s Waterside Campus. You’ll also have the chance to work on exciting developments further afield, such as Silverstone Motor Racing Circuit, Alconbury Weald, Aylesbury Woodlands, Daventry International Rail Freight Terminal, and Rushden Lakes Shopping Centre.Our office is based in the village of Blisworth, near Junction 15 of the M1, where we’ve been located since 2003. It’s a welcoming and collaborative working environment set in a picturesque location close to the Grand Union Canal.About the roleYou will have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects—from large, strategic land development proposals to smaller sites, as well as strategic infrastructure and public sector commissions. This role offers an excellent platform to develop your transport planning skills within a wider multidisciplinary environment.Day-to-day, you will:Support the technical delivery of transportation projectsPrepare Transport Assessments, Travel Plans and a range of transport studiesUndertake associated technical and analytical workCollaborate with clients, design teams, local authorities and the publicSupport and mentor junior team membersThis position offers significant opportunities for career progression and personal development, supported by mentoring, training and guidance towards professional qualifications.About YouDegree qualified in transportation, geography, engineering, or a related disciplineUnderstanding of the planning system with experience in Transport Assessments, Travel Planning, junction modelling/analysis and relevant software packagesStrong numerical skills with experience managing budget and quality at project levelIdeally working towards a professional qualification (e.g., Chartered Transport Planning Professional)Why Join Us?Our People Culture: A friendly, supportive and collaborative teamAwards: Stantec was named International Consulting Firm of the Year and Best Place to Work – Large Consulting Firms at the 2024 NCE Awards, and is consistently ranked in the top 10 most sustainable companies globally by Corporate KnightsBenefits: Competitive salary, pension, holidays, free private medical insurance, discounted gym membership and moreFlexible working arrangementsAccess to great projects and frameworksIndustry-leading training and development , including paid professional subscriptions#UKComDev #UKTransportAbout StantecThe Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact View email address on click.appcast.io we will talk to you about how we can support you.ReqID: 8129