Graduate Transport Planning Consultant - Dublin/Belfast (Summer 2026)
AECOM Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Job Description
At AECOM we have a number of exciting opportunities across the UK & Ireland for graduates to work within our Transport Planning Team. Our team covers all areas of transport planning, from pedestrian and highway modelling, to public transport and spatial planning. As an integrated team, we provide design and planning advice from inception through to detailed design, often working alongside engineers, architects and master planners in multi-disciplinary teams.
We are looking for an ambitious team player who wishes to assist in developing and communicating innovative and effective approaches to the analysis of public expenditure in a collaborative environment. The role would suit a self-motivated individual looking to begin their career in a dynamic team and it better understand how economic theory can be used to help solve real-world, practical challenges. We will provide training and support to progress your career and develop professionally. You will be working within a positive culture where learning and development is actively promoted.
Responsibilities
* Assisting in data collection and analysis
* Reviewing and building economic models
* Reviewing and drafting infrastructure proposal documents and associated business cases
* Assisting in the preparation of reports, presentations, bids and proposals
* Attending meetings and workshops with clients and members of other disciplines
Qualifications
* A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, Economics, Maths, or an MSc in Transport Planning with a 2:1 classification (or equivalent) or above
* A Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, Economics, Maths, or Transport Planning would be an advantage
* Transport Planning modules or experience would be an advantage
* Ability to demonstrate a good technical understanding of Transport Planning
* Demonstrable interest in Transport Planning and developing a career in this industry
* Willing and able to work towards chartership with the TPS, CIHT, or ICE
* Good Microsoft Office skills such as Word, Excel & PowerPoint
* Ability to communicate effectively to internal and external clients, both verbally & in writing
* Enthusiastic, hard-working, with ambition and drive
* Ability to structure & prioritise work effectively through close cooperation with the team as a whole
* Ability to work in a team and independently without losing initiative & focus
Additional Information
Professional Development: Our Graduate Development Programme (GDP) supports professional development with mentoring, training modules, and opportunities to work on live client projects across the UK & Ireland.
About AECOM: AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering services across transportation, buildings, water, energy and the environment. We value equity, diversity and inclusion and aim to deliver a better world.
Work Location Model
Hybrid
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