Graduate Transport Modeller

Pell Frischmann Group Ltd.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Pell Frischmann Group Ltd. is expanding its Birmingham Transport Modelling team at graduate level. The role offers hands-on experience in model building, data analysis, forecasting and business case development with structured training and professional development support.

You will work on transport modelling, appraisal and infrastructure projects across highways, public transport and active travel, gaining a solid foundation for a career in transport consultancy in the UK.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or expected degree) in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Mathematics, Geography, Economics, Data Science, Physics or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• A full right to work in the UK
• Excellent problem‑solving ability and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage workload and work effectively within a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Enthusiasm for developing a career in transport modelling and transport planning.
• Master's degree in Transport Planning, Transport Engineering or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of transport modelling and appraisal projects across a range of sectors.
• Assist with the collection, analysis and interpretation of transport and traffic data.
• Develop, update, calibrate and validate transport models under supervision of senior colleagues.
• Prepare demand forecasts and future transport scenario assessments.
• Support the production of technical reports, presentations and project documentation.
• Check modelling outputs to ensure compliance with project requirements and quality standards.
• Assist with development of business cases, economic appraisals and scheme assessments.
• Work collaboratively with transport planners, engineers and other teams.
• Attend project meetings and contribute to discussions with clients and stakeholders.
• Develop knowledge of transport modelling software and industry best practice.

Skills

Analytical and numerical skills

Communication skills

Excel & MS Office

Right to work in the UK

Team collaboration

Programming (Python/VBA/R)

GIS & data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Mathematics, Geography, Economics, Data Science, Physics or related

Master's degree in Transport Planning, Transport Engineering or related field

Tools

SATURN

VISUM

CUBE

VISSIM

AIMSUN

LinSig

Junctions

TUBA/AMAT

GIS

Job description

We are currently expanding our Birmingham Transport Modelling team at Graduate level.

Graduate Transport Modeller

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and analytical Graduate Transport Modeller to join our Transport Planning team. This is an exciting opportunity to begin your career working on a wide range of transport modelling, appraisal and infrastructure projects that help shape future transport networks across the UK.

As a Graduate Transport Modeller, you will support the development, maintenance and application of transport models used to assess transport schemes, development proposals and strategic investment decisions. Working alongside experienced transport planners and modellers, you will gain hands‑on experience in model building, data analysis, forecasting and business case development whilst receiving structured training and professional development support.

This role offers exposure to a variety of projects across highways, public transport, active travel and major infrastructure schemes, providing an excellent foundation for a long‑term career in transport consultancy.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting the delivery of transport modelling and appraisal projects across a range of sectors.
• Assisting with the collection, analysis and interpretation of transport and traffic data.
• Developing, updating, calibrating and validating transport models under the supervision of senior colleagues.
• Preparing demand forecasts and future transport scenario assessments.
• Supporting the production of technical reports, presentations and project documentation.
• Checking modelling outputs to ensure compliance with project requirements, industry guidance and quality standards.
• Assisting with the development of business cases, economic appraisals and scheme assessments.
• Working collaboratively with transport planners, engineers and other multidisciplinary teams.
• Attending project meetings and contributing to discussions with clients and stakeholders.
• Developing technical knowledge of transport modelling software, appraisal methods and industry best practice.
• Supporting innovation through the use of data analysis, programming and digital tools where appropriate.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

Essential

• Bachelor's degree (or expected degree) in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Mathematics, Geography, Economics, Data Science, Physics or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• A full right to work in the UK
• Excellent problem‑solving ability and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage workload and work effectively within a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Enthusiasm for developing a career in transport modelling and transport planning.

Preferred

• Master's degree in Transport Planning, Transport Engineering or a related field.
• Knowledge of strategic transport modelling software such as SATURN, VISUM or CUBE.
• Understanding of public transport and demand modelling principles.
• Experience of data analysis and programming using Python, VBA, R or similar tools.
• Awareness of microsimulation software such as VISSIM, AIMSUN or S-Paramics.
• Familiarity with operational modelling tools such as LinSig or Junctions.
• Understanding of transport appraisal methodologies and tools such as TUBA and AMAT.
• Experience of GIS software and spatial data analysis.
• Relevant placement, internship or university project experience within transport planning, modelling or engineering.