Senior / Principal Transport Planner - Manchester

About the Role

• Lead transport planning projects and proposals, providing both technical and commercial inputs. • Manage tasks within multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with other WSP service lines to deliver large projects from concept to delivery. • Support the acquisition and delivery of work for a diverse local client portfolio. • Conduct technical reviews and ensure quality of team deliverables. • Take responsibility for the financial performance of projects and contribute to the team's commercial success. • Develop junior team members as a People Manager or mentor, sharing knowledge and fostering growth. • Contribute actively to WSP's four key pillars: People, Clients & Growth, Operations, and Expertise. • Develop transport‑focused strategies, plans and policies. • Work effectively with Local Authority and Combined Authority clients. • Manage and prioritize multiple projects and tasks to meet deadlines. • Deliver presentations and engage with diverse audiences, including colleagues, public officials, and the public. • Apply commercial acumen to manage tasks and support broader team management, especially in guiding junior members.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸transport planning
• ▸technical review
• ▸strategy development
• ▸project coordination
• ▸financial management
• ▸client interaction

What You Bring

• Demonstrate experience in active travel, public transport, and transport programme or scheme development, including design guidance and business case creation.

Requirements

• ▸active travel
• ▸public transport
• ▸programme development
• ▸design guidance
• ▸business case

Benefits

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP you can tap into a global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field. The culture celebrates curiosity, new ideas and diverse perspectives, offering a unique career path. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? We support work‑life balance with a hybrid policy that lets you work from home two days a week and collaborate in modern offices. Our inclusive culture encourages authentic selves, backed by employee resource groups and a commitment to diversity. Health and wellbeing are prioritized through the Thrive programme, virtual GP access, Gymflex discounts and menopause support. Flexible options such as “WSP My Hour”, part‑time arrangements and additional leave help you customise your schedule, while continuous training, mentoring and chartership pathways foster your professional growth.

Work Environment

Hybrid