Tetra Tech

Senior / Principal Transport Planner

Job Description

Job Summary

WYG’s Southampton Regional Office is a leading provider of expert multidisciplinary services and advice into the development sector, working on a wide range of high profile projects. We are now expanding the highly motivated and commercially focused transport team to meet our growing workload of public sector transport projects and major private sector developments.  As a result we need ambitious and experienced transport professionals to help us meet our growth aspirations. You will have the opportunity to play a key role in the developing team by using your technical expertise and experience. In return you will have an attractive salary and benefits package, will be able to develop your technical and project management skills and grow your career as we expand.

About you

You must have a good all-round knowledge of the UK planning system and the workings of local government. You will have experience in the following; Preparation of Transport Assessments and Travel Plan Reports, Transport scheme design and appraisal with knowledge of relevant policy, guidance and advice including DMRB and MfS. You should be able to analyse data then collate and interpret it. Experience of transport modelling software packages such as ARCADY, PICADY, LINSIG, and TRICS is essential, as well as AutoCAD and AutoTrack. Knowlegde of the principles of strategic transport modelling, or prior experience of using SATURN and VISUM software would be desirable. The position is available immediately. A full UK driving licence is required.

About WYG

Our focus at WYG is simple: to be the best in class consultant in all that we do - from energy and engineering, to planning and managing services; from international development, to transport and urban design. Across our diverse services, we provide excellence, inspire confidence and meet the changing needs of our clients. Our people are at the heart of everything we do.

Rewards

In return for your dedication, you’ll enjoy a quality total remuneration package, including contributory pension, health cover and flexible working options. Pick and choose your perfect blend from advantages including childcare and retail vouchers, travel insurance and variable holiday. You’ll also benefit from great training and development, with support to achieve your career goals.