Hampshire County Council

Principal Transport Engineer/Planner
Winchester
£41,562 - £46,776 per annum
Ref: HCC246594

Do you want to make a positive difference to the lives of others across Hampshire?

The Economy, Transport and Environment Department at Hampshire County Council is seeking to grow its Scheme Development team, to deliver even better outcomes for the residents and businesses of Hampshire. We are looking for enthusiastic and experienced transport planners and client managers, who can work independently in a fast-paced environment to develop transport improvement schemes and help deliver a substantial and broad portfolio of infrastructure investment.

You will be required to manage your workload effectively with minimal supervision, while managing multi-disciplinary project teams. You could be involved in leading the development of major transport schemes and projects from inception through to detailed design, and in shaping strategies and policies for the future. Developing a robust transport evidence base and progressing bids for scheme funding are key tasks, as well as securing funding through the DfT business case process and liaising with a wide range of key stakeholders.

We have one Principal Transport Planner post available in the Scheme Development team covering the northern parts of Hampshire including Basingstoke, Farnborough, Andover and Winchester.

This is an important role within the broader Integrated Transport team during an exciting time as it helps shape and design future transformational improvements to the transport networks in the County, particularly in the context of the emerging climate change agenda. You'll be part of a forward-thinking team that in recent years have successfully increased the levels of funding for transport fourfold. You will report to the Transport Team Leader and the Head of Integrated Transport in the ETE Department.

This opportunity would suit individuals with a broad transport planning background, including experience of developing large transport projects and co-ordinating multiple professional disciplines and contractors. At a technical level the individual should also have an expert level of understanding of transport scheme development and the Government business case and bidding processes.

If you are interested in this opportunity and want to be part of a strong and successful team, then we would be interested to hear from you.

Why work for Hampshire County Council?
Hampshire County Council is nationally recognised as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. A forward-looking local authority, it offers a pleasant working environment, flexible working, an excellent work/life balance and a central and well-connected Head Office location in the heart of the city of Winchester. Plus we offer:
• A friendly environment with opportunities to develop your skills and experience, informally, or formally through paid masters degrees (with day release), apprenticeships (including project management and MBAs) and the Transport Planning Society’s Professional Development scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements such as part time hours, job shares, compressed fortnights, wrap-around school hours and flexi-time.
• Generous pension, and annual leave which increases over time.
• Opportunities to make a difference and receive support through staff networks for parents, carers, and people with protected characteristics.
• The support of a wider team who will value you and what you achieve.

Find out more about the benefits of working for Hampshire County Council and the rewards we can offer you.

Additional Information:
Principal Transport Planner Job Description and Person Specification

To apply for this vacancy, click here.

Whilst this role is predominately office based (Winchester, Hampshire) you may be expected to attend some external meetings at other locations. All Hampshire County Council Staff are following current government guidelines around homeworking where possible. It is intended that when it is safe to do so, we will return to a blend of office and homeworking in the future.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:
David Jowsey, Transport Team Leader on 03707 793281 or [email protected] 

Closing date: 21 November 2021.

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