A Transport Planner works within UK local authorities to plan, assess and deliver transport solutions that support sustainable development, reduce congestion and improve connectivity. They evaluate the transport impacts of new development, prepare transport strategies, support infrastructure projects and work closely with planning, highways and regeneration teams.
This role requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of transport modelling, understanding of planning policy and the ability to balance mobility needs with environmental and community priorities.
Main Responsibilities
Assess transport impacts of planning applications and major developments
Prepare transport assessments, travel plans and technical reports
Support development of local transport strategies and infrastructure plans
Work with highways teams on junction improvements, active travel and public transport schemes
Analyse traffic data, modelling outputs and transport evidence
Engage with developers, consultants, communities and transport operators
Represent the authority at committees, hearings and public meetings
Typical Employers
Local authorities
Combined authorities
National parks
Urban development corporations
Salary Range
Transport Planner salaries typically range from £38,000 to £52,000, depending on location and project scale.