Transport Planner Science & Engineering Professionals
SaveWhat Does a Transport Planner Do?
Traffic planners develop and implement policies in order to improve transport systems, taking into account the social, environmental and economic factors. They collect and analyse traffic data using statistical modelling tools.
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Where Do I Start?
Urban Planning
Political and technical process that seeks to design the urban environment and optimize land use by considering various aspects such as infrastructure, water, and green and social spaces.
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These are common skills for this role. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box — use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Transport Planner
Essential Skills
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EssentialUrban Planning knowledge
Political and technical process that seeks to design the urban environment and optimize land use by considering various aspects such as infrastructure, water, and green and social spaces.
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EssentialEnvironmental Legislation knowledge
The environmental policies and legislation applicable in a certain domain.
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EssentialEnvironmental Policy knowledge
Local, national and international policies dealing with the promotion of environmental sustainability and the development of projects which reduce negative environmental impact and improve the state of the environment.
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EssentialPublic Law knowledge
The part of law which governs relationships between individuals and the government, and the relationships between individuals which concern society directly.
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EssentialGeographical Routes knowledge
The interpretation of geographical information such as locations and distances between them.
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EssentialStatistical Analysis System Software knowledge
Specific software system (SAS) used for advanced analytics, business intelligence, data management, and predictive analytics.
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EssentialStatistics knowledge
The study of statistical theory, methods and practices such as collection, organisation, analysis, interpretation and presentation of data. It deals with all aspects of data including the planning of data …
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EssentialTraffic Engineering knowledge
The subdiscipline of civil engineering that applies engineering methods to create safe and efficient traffic flows of people and goods on roadways, including sidewalks, traffic lights, and cycle facilities.
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EssentialUrban Planning Law knowledge
Investments and urban development agreements. Legislative developments regarding construction in terms of environmental, sustainability, social and financial matters.
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EssentialAnalyse Environmental Data skill
Analyse data that interpret correlations between human activities and environmental effects.
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EssentialAnalyse Test Data skill
Interpret and analyse data collected during testing in order to formulate conclusions, new insights or solutions.
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EssentialApply Statistical Analysis Techniques skill
Use models (descriptive or inferential statistics) and techniques (data mining or machine learning) for statistical analysis and ICT tools to analyse data, uncover correlations and forecast trends.
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EssentialConduct Environmental Surveys skill
Conduct surveys in order to collect information for analysis and management of environmental risks within an organisation or in a wider context.
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EssentialPossess Visual Literacy skill
Interpret charts, maps, graphics, and other pictorial presentations used in place of the written word. The graphics used vary from process to process; therefore, the professional must have sufficient knowledge …
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EssentialPrepare Visual Data skill
Prepare charts and graphs in order to present data in a visual manner.
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EssentialReport Analysis Results skill
Produce research documents or give presentations to report the results of a conducted research and analysis project, indicating the analysis procedures and methods which led to the results, as well …
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EssentialAnalyse Road Traffic Patterns skill
Determine the most efficient road traffic patterns and peak times in order to increase schedule efficiency.
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EssentialAnalyse Transportation Costs skill
Identify and analyse transportation costs, service levels and availability of equipment; make recommendations and take preventive/corrective measures.
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EssentialAnalyse Transport Business Networks skill
Analyse various transport business networks in order to organise the most efficient setting of modes of transport. Analyse those networks that aim to achieve lowest costs and maximum efficiency.
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EssentialAnalyse Transport Studies skill
Interpret data from transport studies dealing with transport planning, management, operations and engineering.
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EssentialDevelop Urban Transport Studies skill
Study the demographic and spatial characteristics of a city in order to develop new mobility plans and strategies.
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EssentialIdentify Statistical Patterns skill
Analyse statistical data in order to find patterns and trends in the data or between variables.
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EssentialMonitor Traffic Flow skill
Monitor the traffic that passes by a certain point, like for instance a pedestrian crossing. Monitor the amount of vehicles, the speed at which they go by and the interval …
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EssentialRegulate Traffic skill
Regulate the flow of traffic by using assigned hand signals, assisting travellers on the road, and aiding people to cross the street.
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EssentialStudy Traffic Flow skill
Study the synergy between vehicles, chauffeurs, and the transportation infrastructure such as roads, road signs and lights in order to create a road network where traffic can move efficiently and …
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OptionalRail Infrastructure knowledge
Thoroughly understand the characteristics of railway infrastructure: rail technologies, track gauges, rail signalling, rail junctions, etc.
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OptionalCivil Engineering knowledge
The engineering discipline that studies the design, construction and maintenance of naturally built works such as roads, buildings, and canals.
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OptionalLocal Geography knowledge
The range of physical and geographical properties and descriptions of a local area, by street names and not only.
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OptionalRoad Traffic Laws knowledge
Understand road traffic laws and the rules of the road.
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OptionalAir Traffic Management knowledge
Thoroughly understand the major activities in air traffic management, such as air traffic control, air traffic flow management, and aeronautic information services.
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OptionalParking Regulations knowledge
The up-to-date regulations and enforcement procedures in parking activities.
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OptionalTrain Routes knowledge
Know principal train routes and quickly search for relevant information to respond to customer questions. Provide advice on potential shortcuts and itinerary options.
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OptionalGive Live Presentation skill
Deliver a speech or talk in which a new product, service, idea, or piece of work is demonstrated and explained to an audience.
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OptionalPrepare Technical Reports skill
Prepare technical reports that describe results and processes of scientific or technical research, or assess its progress. These reports help researchers to keep up to date with recent findings.
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OptionalUse Consulting Techniques skill
Advise clients in different personal or professional matters.
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OptionalEducate Public On Road Safety skill
Develop and execute educational and promotional plans to educate the public on road safety in order to raise awareness and tackle issues such as the proper attitude to adopt as …
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OptionalInvestigate Road Accidents skill
Investigate road vehicle accidents and conduct post-accident debriefing conferences. Analyse the exact circumstances of the accident and present conclusions to the authorities. Provide recommendations on how future accidents may be …
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OptionalManage Car Park Operations skill
Monitor car park activities and parked vehicles.
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OptionalMatch Vehicles With Routes skill
Match types of vehicles to transport routes, taking into consideration service frequency, peak transport times, service area covered, and road conditions.
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OptionalPromote Public Transport skill
Maintain a positive attitude towards public transportation services.
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OptionalRestrict Bridge Traffic skill
Restrict the operation of traffic over a bridge depending on its present condition or state of repair.
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OptionalRun Preventive Simulations skill
Run preventive audits or simulations with new signalling systems; assess operability and detect flaws for improvement.
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OptionalSimulate Transport Problems skill
Implement transport-related data in software and computer models to simulate transport issues such as traffic jams in order to find innovative solutions.
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OptionalWrite Leaflets skill
Create flyers such as recruitment flyers in order to recruit people or publicity flyers in order to contribute to the development of publicity campaigns.
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