Graduate Transport Planner | Assistant Transport Planner

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected transport planning consultancy is seeking a Graduate Transport Planner for its Birmingham team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated graduate to kick start their career, working alongside experienced transport planners on various projects. Key responsibilities include preparing Transport Assessments and Undertaking data analysis. Applicants should have a degree in a related field and strong analytical skills. Training in modelling and AutoCAD will be provided, fostering a proactive team environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Geography, Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning or a related field.
• Strong analytical and numerical ability.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A team player with a proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Genuine interest in transport planning, development, and the built environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Travel Plans.
• Undertake data collection, analysis, and interpreting survey results.
• Support junction capacity modelling, training provided.
• Contribute to feasibility studies and access appraisals.
• Produce technical drawings using AutoCAD, training provided.
• Support senior staff in the preparation of reports and client advice.

Skills

Analytical ability

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Geography, Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Graduate Transport Planner | Assistant Transport Planner
Location: Birmingham
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting an established and highly respected transport planning consultancy as they look to appoint a Graduate Transport Planner to their growing Birmingham team.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated graduate to begin their career in transport planning. You will work alongside an experienced team of transport planners and engineers, gaining exposure to a wide range of development planning projects across the South West and the wider UK.

You will be involved in:

• Preparing Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Travel Plans
• Undertaking data collection, analysis, and interpreting survey results
• Supporting junction capacity modelling (e.g., Junctions, LinSig – training provided)
• Contributing to feasibility studies and access appraisals
• Producing technical drawings using AutoCAD (training provided)
• Supporting senior staff in the preparation of reports and client advice

Requirements:

• Degree in Geography, Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning or a related field
• Strong analytical and numerical ability
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A team player with a proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• Genuine interest in transport planning, development, and the built environment

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on 01792362010 or [e-mail]