Let’s find your next opportunity​

{{ job.job_posting_title }}
{{item.trim() }} {{item.trim() }} {{item.trim() }}
{{ job.job_posting_title }}

{{ job.is_cms_job ? (job.cities.split(';').length > 1 ? 'Various locations' : job.location_mappings[0]) : (job.location_mappings.length > 1 ? 'Various locations' : job.location_mappings[0]) }}

saved
viewed

Bristol, Bristol, England, United Kingdom

Overview


Lead delivery with vision.

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head‑on. It's'a diverse and inclusive work environment where world‑class talent knows no distinctions.

The transportation infrastructure sector in the West of England is experiencing unprecedented levels of investment and AtkinsRéalis is leading projects to upgrade existing transport networks to deliver future demand including active travel initiatives, rail upgrades as well as extensive mass transit and public transport corridor enhancements. We are also working closely with our clients to support their digital transformation and are developing new initiatives to help them deliver on their Net Zero commitments.

To be based in the Bristol office, we are seeking a talented and experienced individual to help deliver transport planning projects for our expanding client base. AtkinsRéalis are the Framework Consultants for West of England Combined Authority (Bristol CC, B&NES, South Gloucs), Herefordshire County Council, and Hampshire County Council, meaning that you will have the opportunity to influence your local region. Our regional team also includes the Cardiff office who serve clients across Wales. Within the wider business we also contribute to projects at a national scale for many other local and national government bodies and the private sector.


Your role


  • We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who wishes to contribute to shaping and growing a high performing, dynamic team, working seamlessly across our national business.
  • We cover all aspects of multidisciplinary planning, design and management from inception to options appraisal through to detailed scheme design and delivery support.
  • Our transport planners support our clients in finding the best outcomes for their transport challenges.
  • We develop innovative solutions and advise on everything from project costs and benefits to the best options to unlock investment.

Architecture & Planning

Location

Bristol, Bristol, England, United Kingdom

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-164899

Salary range

-

Shamily Gopal

[email protected]

Shamily Gopal

Hi there, I'm Shamily Gopal and I manage this role

Message me

About you


We are keen to speak to individuals with a background in transport planning to join our Bristol team. Applicants will be flexible, self‑motivated, and able to demonstrate capability in the following areas:

  • Strong analytical, numeracy, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and support evidence‑based decision making.
  • Excellent communication and writing skills, with experience engaging internal teams, clients, and stakeholders.
  • Confident team player, capable of working collaboratively and independently.

Successful candidates should demonstrate relevant technical experience commensurate with their level of experience in areas such as:

  • Development of transport strategies and plans.
  • Scheme appraisal and business case preparation.
  • Transport scheme development.
  • Development planning.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

Be rewarded. Find out more.

video thumbnail

Make it brilliant, a career with AtkinsRéalis

Our supportive, collaborative culture inspires us as a global community every day.

Watch this short film and imagine what you could achieve here, too.

About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.

Related jobs

Senior Transport Planner
Architecture & Planning Full time
Senior Transport Planner

Bristol, Bristol, England, United Kingdom

Principal Evaluation and Social Research Consultant
Transportation Architecture & Planning Full time
Principal Evaluation and Social Research Consultant

Various locations

Associate Director - Planning
Project, programme & cost management Architecture & Planning Full time
Associate Director - Planning

Various locations

Architect
Cities & development Architecture & Planning Full time
Architect

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

Senior Landscape Architect
Cities & development Architecture & Planning Full time
Senior Landscape Architect

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Design Manager
Cities & development Architecture & Planning Full time
Design Manager

Various locations

Senior/Principal Chartered Landscape Architect
Cities & development Architecture & Planning Full time
Senior/Principal Chartered Landscape Architect

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Project /Senior Architect
Cities & development Architecture & Planning Full time
Project /Senior Architect

Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom

Project /Senior Architect
Cities & development Architecture & Planning Full time
Project /Senior Architect

Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom

Senior Architect
Cities & development Architecture & Planning Full time
Senior Architect

Exeter, Devon, England, United Kingdom

Architectural Studio Lead
Cities & development Architecture & Planning Full time
Architectural Studio Lead

Southampton, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom

Architectural Studio Lead
Cities & development Architecture & Planning Full time
Architectural Studio Lead

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Related blogs

Mohana's thumbnail

From Design Manager to digital innovator: Building meaningful impact at Atkinsréalis

From design management to digital innovation, discover how Mohana turned a new passion for BIM into a career shaped by creativity, collaboration, and impact.

Card link for From Design Manager to digital innovator: Building meaningful impact at Atkinsréalis
Starting over, without starting from scratch - Jon's story

Starting over, without starting from scratch - Jon's story

Discover how Jon’s return to AtkinsRéalis was shaped by collaboration, support, and the opportunity to contribute to projects across the Middle East from Hong Kong.

Card link for Starting over, without starting from scratch - Jon's story
Shely on climate-resilient design, village upskilling, and remote project delivery

Shely on climate-resilient design, village upskilling, and remote project delivery

From family favour to climate-smart homes, read how Shely brought sustainable design to life across continents.

Card link for Shely on climate-resilient design, village upskilling, and remote project delivery
“Visibility changes perception”: Milena on leadership, confidence, and her journey from London to Dubai

“Visibility changes perception”: Milena on leadership, confidence, and her journey from London to Dubai

Discover Milena’s path to becoming one of CIBSE’s youngest Fellows, read how visibility and representation shaped her leadership philosophy.

Card link for “Visibility changes perception”: Milena on leadership, confidence, and her journey from London to Dubai
Skyline of Dubai

What are the most in-demand architectural roles in the Middle East?

Here, we take a look at which roles within architecture are most in-demand in the Middle East.

Card link for What are the most in-demand architectural roles in the Middle East?
Explore The Hub: Our office in Bristol

Explore The Hub: Our office in Bristol

Designed with sustainability in mind, The Hub features cutting-edge low-carbon technology and has earned a BREEAM Excellent rating. Explore The Hub today.

Card link for Explore The Hub: Our office in Bristol
Photo of Sweta smiling

Embark on a journey of professional development and success with Sweta

From the moment she stepped into her role, Sweta embraced challenges head-on.

Card link for Embark on a journey of professional development and success with Sweta
Collaborative engineers ensuring sustainable progress across global AtkinsRéalis projects

Introducing Omar Badriek: Architect in the New Murabba

Let's delve into the captivating world of Omar Badriek, an architect who thrives amidst the bustling Riyadh architecture design team. Surrounded by rapid development and a vibrant cultural scene, Omar finds himself immersed in an ever-evolving cityscape that seamlessly blends tradition and innovation.

Card link for Introducing Omar Badriek: Architect in the New Murabba
Life of Architect

A day in the life of an architect

Kirsty shares what a day in the life of a senior architect looks like and offers advice to aspiring architects.

Card link for A day in the life of an architect
8 essential skills for Senior Architects

8 essential skills for Senior Architects

Learn more about the soft and hard skills you need to succeed in a Senior Architect job:

Card link for 8 essential skills for Senior Architects
Ujwala, Regional Director

Engineering better sustainable places for all

From large-scale strategic city planning and urban regeneration to town centres, schools, greenspaces, active travel and infrastructure design, our Landscape and Urban Design team create the places that matter.

Card link for Engineering better sustainable places for all
Lucy Wren, Architect

Assistant to lead architect: navigating trust and responsibility in my role at AtkinsRéalis.

Shaping a better world: my passion for sustainable design and social impact

Card link for Assistant to lead architect: navigating trust and responsibility in my role at AtkinsRéalis.