Senior Transport Planner
Location: Chesterfield, East Midlands
Employment Status: Permanent
Salary: £44,075 - £49,282
About the Role
This is a pivotal moment for transport in the East Midlands. As the region's Local Transport Authority, EMCCA is leading the development of its first Mayor's Transport Plan and delivering a major investment programme of over £2 billion.
We are seeking a Senior Transport Planner to play a leading role in shaping and delivering transport policies and strategies that support EMCCA's ambition to create connected communities. This is an opportunity to influence high-profile programmes and drive forward transformative change across a diverse region, from major urban centres to rural communities including the Peak District.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and delivery of transport policies and strategies, including the Local Transport Plan and supporting thematic strategies
- Take ownership of progressing major transport programmes and projects from concept through to delivery and evaluation
- Develop high-quality, evidence-led content for key strategic documents, ensuring alignment with best practice and regional priorities
- Commission, interpret, and apply transport data, models, and appraisal methods to inform robust policy development and investment decisions
- Lead project management activity, including planning, monitoring progress, managing risks, and ensuring effective delivery
- Manage and coordinate consultant input, ensuring outputs meet required standards and contribute effectively to programme objectives
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including local authorities, partners, and the public
- Prepare clear and concise briefings, reports, and business cases for senior decision-makers, including the Mayor and Transport Committee
- Support financial management processes, including procurement, funding bids, and programme monitoring
- Represent EMCCA at meetings, events, and stakeholder forums, promoting collaboration and shared objectives
- Stay informed of emerging policy, regulatory changes, and industry best practice to support continuous improvement
Role-Specific Areas of Focus
Depending on portfolio, the role may include:
Local Transport Plan Development
- Lead the development of the Local Transport Plan and associated strategies
- Shape monitoring and evaluation frameworks and performance targets
- Lead stakeholder and public engagement activity
- Develop and maintain a robust evidence base to inform policy and investment decisions
Development, Highways and Connectivity
- Support integration between transport and spatial planning through a "Vision and Validate" approach
- Lead engagement on strategic infrastructure and growth areas
- Work closely with local authority partners to drive innovation in highways, road safety, and low-carbon transport solutions
- Ensure new developments align with sustainable and inclusive transport objectives
Rail Strategy
- Lead development of the technical evidence base for rail strategy and investment proposals
- Support delivery of rail initiatives, including mass transit studies and business cases
- Engage with national and regional partners, including Great British Railways
- Contribute to improving stations, connectivity, and integrated ticketing across the region
About You
We are looking for a highly capable and experienced transport planning professional with the ability to lead complex work programmes and influence strategic outcomes.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Significant experience in transport planning, policy development, and strategy delivery within a public sector or similar context
- Strong understanding of transport systems, policy frameworks, and regulatory environments
- Experience applying data, transport models, and appraisal methods to inform evidence-based decision-making
- Proven ability to develop and implement transport strategies aligned to organisational objectives
- Strong project management skills, with experience delivering complex programmes
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to senior stakeholders
- Strong political awareness and understanding of the wider policy landscape
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships
- Experience leading meetings, coordinating input, and driving outcomes
Desirable:
- Experience with GIS and data visualisation tools
- Experience in financial planning, procurement, or funding bid development
- Membership of a relevant professional body
Qualifications
- Degree (or equivalent experience) in transport planning, civil engineering, urban planning, geography, or a related discipline
- Commitment to continuing professional development, with membership of or willingness to join a relevant professional body
Why Join EMCCA
This role offers the opportunity to play a leading part in shaping the future of transport across the East Midlands during a period of significant investment and change. You will contribute to strategic decision-making, influence major infrastructure programmes, and work collaboratively across organisations to deliver real outcomes for communities.
EMCCA is committed to evidence-led policy-making, innovation, and strong partnership working. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional seeking to make a meaningful impact at scale.
Benefits
- Up to 10 days paid leave in a 12-month period for caring responsibilities
- Healthcare cash plan
- A hybrid work model with remote working opportunities
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible working hours
- Maternity, Paternity, IVF, Adopters and Foster Carers support
- Discount scheme
- Car Benefit Scheme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- 30 days holiday (plus 2 with continuous service) + bank holidays + your birthday (up to five extra days through salary sacrifice)
- Costco Membership
- Discounted Gym Membership
- Professional Membership Scheme
- Car Parking Discounts
- Car Sharing Scheme
Our Values
Vision - The text below needs to be used in all the ads, replacing the current wording:
- We lift our regionWe always put the prosperity of the East Midlands region and its people first when carrying our roles and achieving strategic outcomes
- We work togetherWe always challenge each other to be exceptional, embracing collaboration and acting to lift rather than win, working as one team
- We make an impactWe always make decisions that are evidence led and which strengthen our region systemically. We hold ourselves to account for our actions
- We are humanWe always take pride in who we are and the diversity we bring, communicating authentically and showing genuine interest in one another
About EMCCA
EMCCA exists to deliver long-term, systemic impact for the people, businesses, and places of the East Midlands. With significant funding secured and major strategies underway, this is a unique opportunity to contribute to shaping the region's future.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced transport planning professional looking to take a leading role in shaping regional transport strategy and delivery, we encourage you to apply.
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