Principal transport planner

Role: Transport Planning and Passenger Transport Professional PAYE Rate: GBP45.84 Planned Start Date: 3 June 2024 Duration: Initially 6 months | Hours: Up to 37 hours per week (flexible) Location: Mostly remote working with 1 day in Winchester office per week Additional Requirements: * Develop local area transport strategies and projects in East Hampshire * Experience in rural areas advantageous * Ability to travel to sites with no public transport Responsibilities Include: * Lead development of local transport policy and strategy * Act as liaison for Hampshire #39;s district authorities * Produce technical reports and presentations for stakeholders * Commission and review technical studies * Client/project manage transport improvements and strategic projects * Seek external funding for transport improvements * Financial and programme management Role Summary: As part of this role, you will: * Lead research and development of transport policy documents * Respond to transport-related consultations * Develop business cases and funding bids * Manage delivery of transport schemes * Coordinate and monitor teams and projects Required Qualifications and Experience: * Degree in relevant Transport Planning field * Chartered status or equivalent experience * Extensive team leadership experience * Strong communication skills * Ability to work in a political environment Decision Making Areas: * Highway development control and planning advice * Preparation and assessment of travel plans * Recommendations to Members and senior management Working Conditions: * Hybrid working (home and office) * Infrequent visits to live sites * Communication in challenging environments If you #39;re ready to make a difference in transport planning and passenger transport for our client, apply now to join their team