Graduate Planner - Planning & Infrastructure Consultancy

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Thrive programme

Gymflex scheme

Menopause support

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is offering graduate opportunities in Planning Consultancy and Infrastructure Planning for September 2027 starts. You will support multidisciplinary projects, help clients navigate the planning system and contribute to sustainable places and major infrastructure across the UK.

The two‑year Graduate Development Programme blends structured learning, mentoring and hands‑on project experience to accelerate your career.

Qualifications

• At least a 2:2 in a relevant master’s degree.
• Start work in September 2027.
• Interest in planning, development, regeneration, infrastructure, policy, consents or engagement.
• Curious, analytical and motivated to support sustainable places and major infrastructure.
• Enjoy collaborating and learning from planners, designers, engineers and environmental specialists.

Responsibilities

• Help clients navigate the planning system and bring forward sustainable places and infrastructure.
• Support multidisciplinary projects across housing, mixed-use development, regeneration, social infrastructure, rail, energy, utilities and transport.
• Contribute to policy research, planning strategy, stakeholder consultation, consent applications and project delivery.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Interest in planning

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in planning or related field

2:2 or higher in relevant master’s degree

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is offering graduate opportunities in Planning Consultancy and Infrastructure Planning for September 2027 starts. You will support multidisciplinary projects, help clients navigate the planning system and contribute to sustainable places and major infrastructure across the UK.

The two‑year Graduate Development Programme blends structured learning, mentoring and hands‑on project experience to accelerate your career.