In a graduate role you will work on exciting, ground‑breaking projects from day one, with support to grow in your chosen discipline as well as training to develop the core skills needed to succeed in a professional organisation. Our early careers programme gives you the chance to connect with others across the region / business who are also starting their career, as well as mentoring, Chartership support & bonuses and more. We have an exciting opportunity in our transport planning group for a Graduate Transport Planner to join our experienced team and engage in all aspects of traffic and transportation planning including transport assessments for new developments, urban regeneration, active travel, inclusive mobility, public transport and sustainable transport feasibility schemes.
Responsibilities
* Assisting in the preparation of Transport Assessments and Travel Plans
* Developing active travel, inclusive mobility and sustainable transport solutions
* Analysis of data and developing transport related solutions, including junction designs
* Commissioning traffic / pedestrian / cyclist surveys
* Site and Access Appraisals
* Liaising with clients, architects, planners and Highway Authorities
There is no “one approach fits all” - each team manages their own way of working, we trust our employees and focus on outputs, not inputs. Meeting up with colleagues and clients face‑to‑face in office environments or on site is important for collaboration, face‑to‑face meetings, appraisals and development. We also advocate for flexibility around how, when, and where you work.
Qualifications
* A minimum 2:1 degree in a relevant technical discipline (for example Transport Planning, Civil/Highway Engineering, Town Planning, Geography)
* MS Office skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Strong numeracy, analytical and report‑writing skills with an attention to detail
* Previous experience such as a placement or internship would be beneficial
Skills and Experience
* Professional Consultancy
* UK Planning System and Highway Law
* Technical transportation related assessments to inform planning decisions
* Project management
* Promoting active travel and inclusive mobility in design proposals
* Planning and transport policy and highway design standards and guidance
* Assessing development impacts and promoting sustainable transport related solutions
* The principles of strategic transport modelling
* Design, including AutoCAD and AutoTrack
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