Principal Consultant – London

At iTransport, we’re proud to be one of the UK’s largest independent transport planning consultancies, with offices across Basingstoke, Solent, London, Leeds, Manchester and Bristol.

We help our clients navigate complex transport challenges with practical, innovative solutions while creating a collaborative and supportive environment where our people can grow and succeed.

We’re now looking for an Associate Transport Planner to take a key leadership role within the practice, delivering high quality projects, strengthening client relationships, and contributing to our continued growth.

As a Principal Consultant, you will manage and deliver a wide range of transport planning projects, providing high quality technical leadership while building strong client relationships. You’ll play a key role in shaping project strategies, mentoring colleagues, and contributing to the continued growth of the practice.

This is an opportunity for an experienced consultant ready to step into a broader role with increased responsibility, influence, and impact.

• Leading and managing development related transport planning projects
• Preparing and reviewing key technical deliverables, including Transport Assessments, Travel Plans and Environmental Statements
• Developing and applying vision led transport strategies and technical analysis
• Overseeing modelling, data analysis, and interpretation to inform project outcomes
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients and leading engagement with local authorities
• Managing project programmes, budgets, and resources
• Mentoring and supporting junior and mid level colleagues
• Contributing to bids, proposals, and wider business development activity

You’ll be an experienced transport planner with strong technical capability and the confidence to lead projects and relationships. You’ll bring a collaborative approach, sound judgement, and a drive to deliver high quality outcomes.

You will have:

• Experience in development led transport planning
• Strong knowledge of UK policy and transport planning principles
• Proven project management and client facing experience
• Excellent communication and analytical skills
• Experience with transport modelling tools and data analysis
• A proactive approach to problem solving and opportunity identification

Chartership (or working towards it) and experience in business development or complex projects would be advantageous.

We offer a flexible and supportive working environment where you can make a real impact while continuing to develop your career.

Our benefits include:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Life assurance and critical illness cover
• Professional development support and paid subscriptions
• Hybrid and flexible working

Our Culture

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We encourage collaboration, development, and the opportunity to shape your career within a growing and ambitious partnership.