Director of Transport Planning
Location: Manchester City Centre (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days home)
Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Sector: Transport Planning / Development Planning
Contact: Will Herman | 07581 619823
I'm partnering with a highly regarded, multi-disciplinary consultancy that is seeking a Director of Transport Planning to establish and lead its Manchester Transport Planning capability. This is a senior leadership appointment driven by continued growth within the Development Planning division and forms a key part of the firm's regional and national expansion strategy.
Reporting into the national Transport Planning leadership, you'll play a pivotal role in setting up and growing a new Manchester-based Transport Planning team, while delivering high-profile development projects across the North West. You'll also collaborate closely with established Transport Planning teams in other UK offices, contributing to multi-regional projects and sharing technical expertise and best practice.
The Role
You'll lead a varied portfolio of development-led transport planning projects across Manchester and the wider North West, including residential, commercial, education, retail, leisure, and renewable energy schemes. Alongside project delivery, you'll be responsible for building the local team, shaping regional strategy, and strengthening relationships with clients, local authorities, and internal stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
Establishing and leading a new Manchester Transport Planning team
Technical oversight and delivery of Transport Assessments, Statements, and Travel Plans
Strategic leadership of major, multi-sector development projects
Close collaboration with Transport Planning teams in other offices on national commissions
Mentoring, managing, and developing transport planning professionals
Supporting business development, work-winning, and long-term client relationships
About You
Strong consultancy background in development-related transport planning
Proven experience leading projects and managing key client relationships
In-depth knowledge of the UK planning system, ideally with North West experience
Demonstrable experience building, mentoring, or managing transport planning teams
Commercially astute, with confidence in winning and growing work
Package & Benefits
Competitive salary plus £7,500 travel allowance
Bonus scheme of up to 25%, based on individual, team, and company performance
7% employer pension contribution
Private healthcare and life assurance
Hybrid working: 3 days office / 2 days home
Modern, centrally located Manchester office
This is an excellent opportunity to create and lead a new Transport Planning presence in Manchester, backed by a well-established national consultancy offering real autonomy, strong internal collaboration, and ambitious growth plans.
Interested?
Send your CV or contact me for a confidential discussion:
Will Herman | 07581 619823
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