Graduate Transport Planner

Are you a motivated and ambitious Graduate Transport Planner with at least one year of experience in development-focused transport planning? Are you ready to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking and dynamic organisation? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join a growing team of professionals dedicated to delivering innovative transport solutions.

Overview

We are seeking a Graduate Transport Planner with a passion for transport planning and a desire to contribute to a wide range of development planning projects across the UK. This role offers the chance to work on diverse and impactful projects, with a strong focus on sustainable development and the transition to net zero.

This is a hybrid role, offering flexibility to work from home and the office, with locations in Manchester (Wilmslow) or Newcastle.

Responsibilities

As a Graduate Transport Planner, you will:

• Gather, analyse, and interpret traffic data from various external sources.
• Assess development sites for accessibility across multiple transport modes.
• Contribute to the preparation of Technical Notes, Transport Statements/Assessments, Environmental Statement chapters, and Travel Plans.
• Create technical figures and use GIS tools to support reports and assessments.
• Conduct junction capacity assessments and site visits.
• Assist in masterplan and junction design, as well as the design of highway improvement schemes.
• Work collaboratively with an experienced team, receiving tailored support to aid your professional development.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• A degree in a relevant field such as Geography, Transport Planning, Town Planning, or Civil Engineering.
• A minimum of one year of experience in development-focused transport planning.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a positive attitude.
• Excellent presentation and technical writing abilities.
• The ability to manage your time effectively to meet deadlines and budgets.
• A genuine interest and enthusiasm for transport planning.

Day-to-Day

Your typical day will involve:

• Collaborating with colleagues to deliver high-quality transport planning solutions.
• Analysing data and preparing technical reports to support development projects.
• Engaging with clients and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.
• Contributing to the design and assessment of transport infrastructure.
• Balancing multiple tasks and deadlines in a dynamic and supportive environment.

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary and annual performance-based bonuses.
• Pension contributions and private healthcare.
• Payment of professional membership fees.
• Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunities for career development, including one-on-one mentoring from senior staff.
• Regular company social events to foster team collaboration and camaraderie.
• The chance to work on innovative projects that contribute to sustainable development.
• Employee Ownership Trust benefits, including tax-free bonuses, ensuring the company is run for the benefit of its employees.

Why Join Us?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive organisation that values its employees and fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. With a flat management structure, you'll have the chance to make a real impact from day one, contributing to meaningful projects that shape the future of transport planning.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and work with a team that's passionate about making a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

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