Graduate Transport Planner

Tetra Tech; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech invites graduates to join its Next Gen Talent development programme in a role within the transport planning team in London or Stevenage. You will work on a variety of traffic and transportation planning tasks, gaining exposure to transport assessments, travel planning and sustainable transport solutions.

We encourage learning through regular training, and you'll be mentored by experienced colleagues to build technical and professional skills for a long-term career with Tetra Tech.

Qualifications

• MEng Civil Engineering degree with a minimum 2:1 or equivalent, or a related technical discipline such as Transport Planning, Highway Engineering, Town Planning or Geography.
• Strong MS Office, numeracy, analytical and report-writing skills are essential, plus excellent written and verbal communication and attention to detail.
• Previous placement or internship experience would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing Transport Assessments and Travel Plans for developments.
• Develop active travel, inclusive mobility and sustainable transport solutions.
• Analyse transport data and support junction design and wider transport recommendations.
• Commission traffic, pedestrian and cyclist surveys and conduct site/appraisal work.
• Liaise with clients, architects, planners and Highway Authorities.

Skills

MS Office

Numeracy

Analytical

Report writing

Communication

Education

MEng Civil Engineering 2:1

Related degree (Transport Planning / Highway Engineering / Town Planning / Geography)

Job description

Graduate Transport Planner

Location: London or Stevenage

Start Date: September 2027

Joining Tetra Tech as a graduate is more than starting a new job – you’ll become part of our Next Gen Talent development programme, designed to support you as you build your career with us. Alongside hands-on experience and exposure to real projects, you’ll benefit from a structured programme of regular learning, training and development opportunities, helping you grow your technical and professional skills as you progress.

You’ll be supported throughout your development by experienced colleagues, giving you the opportunity to learn, build your network and develop the skills and experience needed for a successful long-term career with Tetra Tech.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

Tetra Tech is a leading technical, engineering and environmental consultancy delivering data-driven solutions across water, environment, infrastructure, energy and international development. In this graduate role, you will join our transport planning team and contribute to a wide range of traffic and transportation planning work, including transport assessments for new developments, urban regeneration, active travel, inclusive mobility, public transport and sustainable transport feasibility schemes.

Your Impact in this position

You will support the preparation of Transport Assessments and Travel Plans, develop active travel, inclusive mobility and sustainable transport solutions, analyse data and help shape transport-related solutions including junction designs. You will also commission traffic, pedestrian and cyclist surveys, carry out site and access appraisals, and liaise with clients, architects, planners and Highway Authorities.

5 Core Capabilities

• Transport Assessments & Travel Plans - Build the evidence base for development proposals and planning submissions.
• Active Travel & Inclusive Mobility - Help design transport solutions that are accessible, practical and future-focused.
• Data Analysis & Design Support - Analyse transport data and contribute to junction design and wider transport recommendations.
• Survey & Site Work - Commission and support traffic, pedestrian and cyclist surveys, plus site and access appraisals.
• Stakeholder Liaison - Work confidently with clients, design teams, planners and Highway Authorities.

Training, Qualifications & Experience

We’re looking for a MEng Civil engineering degree, ideally with a minimum 2:1 or equivalent, or a closely related technical discipline such as Transport Planning, Highway Engineering, Town Planning or Geography. Strong MS Office, numeracy, analytical and report-writing skills are essential, alongside excellent written and verbal communication and attention to detail. Previous placement or internship experience would be beneficial.

Working Environment

Based in London or Stevenage, with a hybrid working approach and expected office presence agreed as part of the role. You’ll work flexibly between office, site and remote locations as needed, with opportunities to develop within a collaborative consultancy environment.

Application Closing Date: 31st October 2026

Assessment Centre to be held: February 2027

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.

We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science® to solve our clients’ most complex problems.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role.