Graduate Transport Planner

Carrington West; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing transport consultancy in Birmingham is looking for a Graduate Transport Planner to kickstart their career in shaping sustainable transport solutions. The role includes working on various projects and provides a supportive environment for recent graduates. Benefits include 25 days of leave, flexible working, private medical insurance, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Private medical insurance

Life assurance cover

End-of-year bonus scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Recent graduate eager to contribute to transport and infrastructure.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Understand local and national transport policy.
• Assist in delivering high-quality transport planning projects.
• Prepare Transport Notes, Statements, and Assessments.
• Contribute to Travel Plans and Site Access Appraisals.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, Transport Planning or a related discipline

Job description

Graduate Transport Planner

Are you a recent graduate eager to make your mark in shaping the future of transport and infrastructure? As a Graduate Transport Planner, you’ll join a supportive and growing team in Birmingham where your ideas, energy and ambition will make a real impact. You’ll be part of a company that values collaboration and innovation, encouraging you to share ideas and learn from experienced professionals. With a clear path for career progression, you’ll develop both your technical and professional skills in a friendly, forward‑thinking environment.

What you’ll be doing

As a Graduate Transport Planner, you will:

• Gain a strong understanding of local and national transport policy and guidance.
• Work closely with the wider team to help deliver high‑quality transport planning projects.
• Prepare Transport Notes, Transport Statements, and Assessments.
• Contribute to Travel Plans and Site Access Appraisals.
• Support project delivery while developing the core skills to launch your transport planning career.

What you’ll bring

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, Transport Planning or a related discipline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing quality work.
• A proactive mindset and a willingness to learn and take initiative.

What’s in it for you

• 25 days' annual leave, increasing with length of service.
• Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.
• Private medical insurance and health cash plan.
• Life assurance cover.
• A two‑tiered pension scheme.
• An end‑of‑year bonus scheme.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme and easy access to major transport links.

You’ll be based in a modern Birmingham office, conveniently located near major rail stations, metro lines and frequent bus routes—making your commute easy and sustainable.

This is a fantastic opportunity to begin your career in transport planning, working on varied projects that shape sustainable travel and development across the UK. You’ll be supported to grow your technical expertise while gaining exposure to all aspects of the planning process.

If you’re passionate about transport, infrastructure and creating better‑connected communities, we want to hear from you.