The Manchester office is one of iTransport’s key regional locations, alongside our teams in Basingstoke, London, Leeds, Solent and Bristol.

Manchester

Core services

We provide the full range of specialist transport planning services needed to take schemes from early concept through to consent and delivery.

Transport Assessments & Statements

Clear, focused Transport Assessments and Statements for planning applications and appeals. Evidence-based reporting that responds to site context and stands up to scrutiny.

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Travel Plans & Coordination

Practical Travel Plans and coordination support that help developments promote sustainable travel, meet planning requirements and work effectively in operation.

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Feasibility Design

Early-stage feasibility design to test access, movement and layout options. Clear, practical thinking that helps shape viable schemes from the outset.

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Planning Appeals

Specialist transport support for planning appeals, providing clear evidence and reasoned advice that helps strengthen your case under scrutiny.

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Meet our team

Our team supports transport planning work across the North and nationally, with more than 15 people working across transport planning and transport engineering disciplines.

Paul Whitaker

Director

About

Paul is a Director with over 18 years’ experience in transport planning and engineering across both the public and private sectors. He specialises in development planning, supporting projects from early feasibility through to planning approval and delivery.

His experience spans residential, retail, industrial and infrastructure schemes, advising on transport assessments, environmental impact, consultation and planning negotiations. Paul brings a strong understanding of both planning and engineering, helping to shape practical, deliverable solutions.

He is also actively involved in mentoring and knowledge sharing, supporting the next generation of professionals while delivering clear, reliable advice to clients.

Jayne Meyrick

Associate Partner

About

Jayne is an Associate Partner with over 20 years’ experience in transport planning across the UK. She specialises in sustainable transport strategy, placemaking and the assessment of development impacts across a wide range of sectors.

She has led transport input on major regeneration schemes, bringing a clear understanding of how transport shapes successful places. Jayne is also actively involved in shaping industry best practice, co-chairing the national Fixing Transport Assessments Working Group and contributing to Active Travel England initiatives.

Known for her strategic thinking and collaborative approach, she provides clear, forward-looking advice that supports both development and wider community outcomes.

Mike Lancaster

Associate

About

Mike is an Associate Transport Planner with over 11 years’ experience in development planning. Since joining as a graduate, he has played a key role in projects across residential, logistics and retail sectors.

He works across all stages of the planning process, from modelling and analysis through to project management and client representation. Mike is known for his clear communication and strong client relationships, providing practical advice that supports successful outcomes.

His experience includes planning committees and appeals, helping to present robust, evidence-led cases that unlock development opportunities.

Vanessa Eggleston

Partner

About

Vanessa is a Partner based in Manchester and a Chartered Engineer with over 30 years’ experience in transport planning and highway design. She specialises in complex urban developments, bringing deep expertise in traffic analysis and public transport strategy.

She has led transport input for major commercial, residential, education and regeneration schemes, developing practical solutions that balance development needs with wider network impacts. Vanessa works closely with local authorities and National Highways, negotiating access, mitigation and planning obligations.

A trusted expert witness, she provides clear, authoritative advice at appeals and examinations, helping clients navigate complexity and secure successful outcomes.

Joe Burlison

Principal Highway Designer

About

Joe is a Principal with 10 years’ experience specialising in highway design for development planning projects. He delivers feasibility-level designs across a wide range of schemes for both private and public sector clients.

His work includes the design of junctions, roundabouts and highway layouts, producing clear, compliant solutions that support planning applications. Joe is an active member of the design team, helping maintain high standards and sharing knowledge across the business.

With a strong technical focus and attention to detail, he supports the delivery of practical, buildable schemes that align with current design standards.

Dayon Miller

Consultant

About

Dayon is a Consultant with a background in economics and geography, bringing a strong analytical approach to transport planning.

He supports a wide range of projects, contributing to transport assessments, travel plans and environmental statements, alongside data analysis and modelling. His work focuses on producing clear, robust evidence that aligns with policy and supports planning decisions.

Dayon has a particular interest in sustainable and active travel, helping develop strategies that make walking, cycling and public transport more viable and attractive in practice.

Contact

Manchester office

King’s House
King Street West
Manchester
M3 2WY

0161 830 2172 enquiries@itransport.co.uk

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