Graduate Transport Planner

The Opportunity

Our Transport Planning practice is at the forefront of thinking about the future of our cities, towns, and transport networks. We drive innovation, use systems thinking, data analytics and modelling, together with an advisory mindset, to deliver what our clients need.

Low carbon transport is our priority, be it trains, trams, buses or active modes and smarter transport solutions.

We are involved in a broad range of projects, from developing transport strategy and policy, through business case development and economic appraisal, to the planning of new transport networks and systems. We are engaged in some of the largest infrastructure projects in the UK, including Northern Powerhouse Rail, Great Grid Upgrade and the Haweswater Aqueduct Replacement Programme. We also make a real impact in our local communities, for example through active travel masterplans and improving local public transport provision. We work for devolved administrations, local Councils, infrastructure operators and private sector organisations.

What you'll do:

• Prepare reports on technical analysis and findings.
• Undertake numerical analysis.
• Work with various computer software tools, from Microsoft Excel to specific modelling packages.
• Contribute to technical, research and strategy reports.
• Solve technical problems and provide innovative solutions as your level of experience develops.

Is this role right for you?

We are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:

• An undergraduate or bachelor's degree (or equivalent).
• Primary study areas in a relevant discipline, such as Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography & Geospatial Science or Urban Planning.
• Required technical skills: Data Analysis & Numerical Skills; GIS & Spatial Analysis; Research; Report Writing; MS Word; MS Excel; MS PowerPoint; QGIS or ArcGIS.
• Desirable technical skills: Programming & Automation; Business Case & Economic Appraisal Skills; Transport Modelling; Public Transport Planning Tools; SATURN; CUBE; Aimsun; Python; SQL; Podaris; Power BI.

To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your academic transcript and meet the following criteria:

• Full working rights in the country of application.
• No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role.
• Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts.

Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes:

• Changemakers: You care about sustainable development and want to see your work make a genuine difference.
• Innovative minds: You think critically, ask hard questions, and are genuinely open to new approaches.
• Growth seekers: You are curious, actively seek feedback, and look for ways to keep developing.
• Adaptable adventurers: You are comfortable with uncertainty and adapt readily as projects and priorities evolve.

You should be able to start this opportunity on 1 September 2027.

What we offer you

• A career in which you can belong, grow and thrive.
• An attractive total reward package that recognises your contribution.
• Competitive, fair and equitable pay.
• Benefits that support health and wellbeing.
• A wide range of learning opportunities.
• Possibilities to have an impact through your work.
• Profit Share, enabling you to share in the results of our collective efforts.
• Flexible working approach.
• Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover.
• Access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing.

Next Steps

Applications are reviewed as they're received, so we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

The process includes an online application, psychometric testing, application review, case study, interview and offer stage.