Director of Transport PlanningLocation: Manchester City Centre (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days home)Type: Permanent | Full-TimeSector: Transport Planning / Development PlanningContact: Will Herman | 07581 619823I'm partnering with a highly regarded, multi-disciplinary consultancy that is seeking a Director of Transport Planning to establish and lead its Manchester Transport Planning capability. This is a senior leadership appointment driven by continued growth within the Development Planning division and forms a key part of the firm's regional and national expansion strategy.Reporting into the national Transport Planning leadership, you'll play a pivotal role in setting up and growing a new Manchester-based Transport Planning team, while delivering high-profile development projects across the North West. You'll also collaborate closely with established Transport Planning teams in other UK offices, contributing to multi-regional projects and sharing technical expertise and best practice.The RoleYou'll lead a varied portfolio of development-led transport planning projects across Manchester and the wider North West, including residential, commercial, education, retail, leisure, and renewable energy schemes. Alongside project delivery, you'll be responsible for building the local team, shaping regional strategy, and strengthening relationships with clients, local authorities, and internal stakeholders. Key responsibilities include:Establishing and leading a new Manchester Transport Planning teamTechnical oversight and delivery of Transport Assessments, Statements, and Travel PlansStrategic leadership of major, multi-sector development projectsClose collaboration with Transport Planning teams in other offices on national commissionsMentoring, managing, and developing transport planning professionalsSupporting business development, work-winning, and long-term client relationshipsAbout YouStrong consultancy background in development-related transport planningProven experience leading projects and managing key client relationshipsIn-depth knowledge of the UK planning system, ideally with North West experienceDemonstrable experience building, mentoring, or managing transport planning teamsCommercially astute, with confidence in winning and growing workPackage & BenefitsCompetitive salary plus £7,500 travel allowanceBonus scheme of up to 25%, based on individual, team, and company performance7% employer pension contributionPrivate healthcare and life assuranceHybrid working: 3 days office / 2 days homeModern, centrally located Manchester officeThis is an excellent opportunity to create and lead a new Transport Planning presence in Manchester, backed by a well-established national consultancy offering real autonomy, strong internal collaboration, and ambitious growth plans.Interested? Send your CV or contact me for a confidential discussion:Will Herman | 07581 619823Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.