Director of Transport Planning
Location: London (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 London Transport Planning capability. This is a senior leadership appointment driven by sustained growth within the Development Planning division and represents a key strategic hire for the business.
Reporting into the national Transport Planning leadership, you'll take on a highly influential role-setting up and growing a new London-based Transport Planning team, leading major development projects, developing talent, and driving business growth across the capital. You'll also work closely with established Transport Planning teams in other UK offices, sharing expertise, resources, and best practice.
The Role
You'll lead a diverse portfolio of development-led transport planning projects across London and the South East, including residential, commercial, education, retail, leisure, and renewable energy schemes. In parallel, you'll play a central role in building the London team from the ground up, shaping regional strategy, and strengthening relationships with key clients, local authorities, and internal stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
Setting up and leading a new London Transport Planning team
Technical oversight and delivery of Transport Assessments, Statements, and Travel Plans
Strategic leadership of high-profile, multi-sector development projects
Collaboration with Transport Planning teams in other offices to deliver multi-regional projects
Mentoring, managing, and developing transport planning professionals
Supporting business development, work-winning, and client relationship management
About You
Strong consultancy background in development-related transport planning
Proven experience leading complex projects and managing key client relationships
In-depth knowledge of the UK planning system, ideally with London experience
Track record of building, mentoring, or managing transport planning teams
Commercially minded, 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 London office
This is a rare opportunity to shape and lead a new Transport Planning function in London within a respected consultancy that offers genuine autonomy, strong national support, and ambitious growth plans-ideal for a Director ready to make a long-term strategic impact.
Interested?
Send your CV or contact me for a confidential discussion:
Will Herman | 07581 619823
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