The Manchester office is one of iTransport’s key regional locations, alongside our teams in Basingstoke, London, Leeds, Solent and Bristol.

Manchester

Core services

We provide the full range of specialist transport planning services needed to take schemes from early concept through to consent and delivery.

Transport Assessments & Statements

Clear, focused Transport Assessments and Statements for planning applications and appeals. Evidence-based reporting that responds to site context and stands up to scrutiny.

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Travel Plans & Coordination

Practical Travel Plans and coordination support that help developments promote sustainable travel, meet planning requirements and work effectively in operation.

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Feasibility Design

Early-stage feasibility design to test access, movement and layout options. Clear, practical thinking that helps shape viable schemes from the outset.

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Planning Appeals

Specialist transport support for planning appeals, providing clear evidence and reasoned advice that helps strengthen your case under scrutiny.

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Meet our team

Our team supports transport planning work across the North and nationally, with more than 15 people working across transport planning and transport engineering disciplines.

Dayon Miller

Consultant

About

Dayon is a Consultant with a background in economics and geography, bringing a strong analytical approach to transport planning.

He supports a wide range of projects, contributing to transport assessments, travel plans and environmental statements, alongside data analysis and modelling. His work focuses on producing clear, robust evidence that aligns with policy and supports planning decisions.

Dayon has a particular interest in sustainable and active travel, helping develop strategies that make walking, cycling and public transport more viable and attractive in practice.

Muhammad Shafay

Assistant Technician

About

Muhammad has a background in Structural Engineering and studied at Bury College. He has nearly a year of highway design and transport planning experience and primarily supports the preparation of technical work across a wide range of projects. His experience includes contributing to highway design, site layout reviews, site access drawings, geometry drawings, swept path analysis and has contributed to traffic assessment work and sustainability appraisals.

He has experience working with software such as CAD and GIS. He has worked on a number of projects across the country, developing strong technical and problem-solving skills. He takes pride in producing clear, accurate drawings and presenting his work to a high standard. He is passionate about design and has an interest in providing attractive, safe and sustainable developments “

Ben Dines

Senior Consultant

About

Ben is a Senior Consultant who has developed strong experience across a range of transport planning projects since joining in 2021.

He supports schemes that focus on improving access and connectivity, with a particular interest in sustainable transport and how developments can better serve communities. Ben has also contributed to the use of GIS analysis within the business, helping demonstrate accessibility and network connections.

He works closely with colleagues and clients to deliver clear, people-focused solutions, while also playing an active role in the wider industry through networking and engagement initiatives.

Jayne Meyrick

Associate Partner

About

Jayne is an Associate Partner with over 20 years’ experience in transport planning across the UK. She specialises in sustainable transport strategy, placemaking and the assessment of development impacts across a wide range of sectors.

She has led transport input on major regeneration schemes, bringing a clear understanding of how transport shapes successful places. Jayne is also actively involved in shaping industry best practice, co-chairing the national Fixing Transport Assessments Working Group and contributing to Active Travel England initiatives.

Known for her strategic thinking and collaborative approach, she provides clear, forward-looking advice that supports both development and wider community outcomes.

Mike Lancaster

Associate

About

Mike is an Associate Transport Planner with over 11 years’ experience in development planning. Since joining as a graduate, he has played a key role in projects across residential, logistics and retail sectors.

He works across all stages of the planning process, from modelling and analysis through to project management and client representation. Mike is known for his clear communication and strong client relationships, providing practical advice that supports successful outcomes.

His experience includes planning committees and appeals, helping to present robust, evidence-led cases that unlock development opportunities.

Jonathan Orton

Associate

About

Jonathan is an Associate with 20 years’ experience in transport planning, working across a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial and energy.

He provides clear, practical advice across all stages of the planning process, from early feasibility through to application, appeal and condition discharge. His expertise spans transport assessments, travel plans, modelling, highway design and masterplanning.

Jonathan is known for his broad, hands-on approach, helping identify mitigation strategies that balance development needs with wider transport impacts — ensuring schemes are both deliverable and policy-compliant.

Contact

Manchester office

King’s House
King Street West
Manchester
M3 2WY

0161 830 2172 enquiries@itransport.co.uk

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