At Milestone, we are proud to be a leading consultancy offering a complete, integrated approach to Transport Planning and Highways Design. Our track record of delivering successful outcomes on high-profile projects showcases our expertise in development transport planning, S278/38 highways scheme design, drainage, environmental planning, and project implementation.
 
At the core of Milestone is our belief that our people are our greatest asset. We foster a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work culture where continuous professional development is a priority. We are committed to helping our team members grow through dedicated training, mentorship, and opportunities to innovate. 
 
We are now seeking a seasoned Principal Transport Planner to join our team in Fleet. In this key role, you will oversee and manage the transport planning process for a range of projects, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality statements and plans that meet budgetary and client requirements. If you are looking for a new challenge in an environment that values creativity, excellence, and career progression, we encourage you to join us at Milestone and contribute to our future success.

Main Duties:

•    Preparation of Transport Assessments and Transport Statements
•    Preparation of Travel Plans as and Travel Plan Coordination
•    Preparation and presentation of technical data and drawings
•    Undertaking junction capacity assessments using ARCADY, PICADY and LINSIG
•    Liaison with clients, contractors and local / national authorities, as required
•    To ensure that all assigned tasks / jobs are delivered on-time and to budget
•    To check the quality and accuracy of work produced by junior team members
•    Work collaboratively with the team and proactively support junior staff in developing their technical knowledge
•    Support Team Leaders in the delivery of comprehensive advice to clients on Highways & Transport matters from preliminary advice / feasibility work
•    Undertaking site appraisals/visits and designing surveys, through to providing input to written reports and presentational material
•    Ensuring that all electronic and paper files on projects they are kept up-to-date
•    Assistance with other related tasks, as required by your Team Leader

Requirements
Education/ Experience:

•    Degree in applicable subject; Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering
•    6+ years of experience of UK Transport Planning standards and processes
•    Member of Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (MCIHT)

Technical Skills:

•    Advanced use of Microsoft Office software packages
•    Good levels of numeracy, including a good understanding of spreadsheets.
•    Use of AutoCAD (desirable)
•    Working experience / understanding of ARCADY, PICADY and LINSIG

Competencies

•    Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to clearly communicate findings from complex data
•    Ability to work easily and accurately with numbers
•    Confident written and verbal communication skills
•    Good commercial understanding
•    Excellent problem-solving skills
•    Interpersonal skills
•    Self-motivated and ability to manage own workload
•    Approachable and professional manner when dealing with colleagues and clients
 
Benefits:

•    Competitive Salary
•    Company Pension
•    Annual and on the spot bonuses 
•    Profit Share Bonus
•    Healthcare Cash Plan
•    Cycle to Work Scheme
•    Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme
 
For more information on this unique opportunity, please contact Joanne Hall today on 0191 338 7220, or email your CV and covering letter to mail@milestonetp.co.uk