Graduate Transport Planner - Community Development - Ashford - 2027

Stantec; Ashford; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Competitive salary

Permanent employment contract

Professional progression plan

Early Careers peer group

ERG network

Job summary

Stantec in Ashford is inviting applications for the 2027 Autumn Graduate Programme as a Graduate Transport Planner. You’ll develop transport planning skills within a supportive multidisciplinary environment, collaborating with experienced colleagues and fellow graduates across planning, civil engineering and project management.

You’ll work on diverse projects from community developments to major settlements, with structured training, mentoring and clear career progression.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geography, Transport, Engineering, Maths, Economics, or related field.
• Keen interest in the infrastructure sector.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Travel Plans.
• Support the development of transport strategies for a range of development projects.
• Analyse transport and traffic data to inform planning and design decisions.
• Contribute to technical reports, presentations and client deliverables.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary teams, local authorities and other stakeholders.
• Support project delivery across a variety of schemes, from community developments to major new settlements and enterprise zones.

Skills

Adaptable

Perseverer

Collaborator

Problem-Solver

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

With every community, Stantec redefines what’s possible.

The Opportunity

Join our 2027 (Autumn) Graduate Programme as a Graduate Transport Planner in our Ashford office, where you'll be part of a market-leading Community Development discipline.

As a Stantec Graduate Transport Planner, you'll develop your transport planning expertise within a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary environment. Working alongside experienced professionals and fellow graduates, you'll contribute to a wide range of projects while gaining exposure to planning, civil engineering and project management disciplines.

Joining our growing Transport team, you'll support the delivery of projects for a diverse portfolio of clients across the South East of England and throughout the UK. Our reputation as a leading development consultancy is built on the quality of our people, our collaborative approach, and the lasting relationships we create with clients and communities.

You'll have the opportunity to work on a broad range of exciting projects, from major new settlements and industrial sites through to community-focused developments and environmental schemes, supporting projects from concept and planning through to delivery. As a people-focused business, we're committed to investing in your development through structured training, mentoring, STEM initiatives and clear career progression opportunities.

Take a look at our Transport Planning service line:- Transport Planning Services (stantec.com), and review the career journey of our Stantec graduates here:- Stantec | Career Stories

The Role

On a day-to-day basis, you'll support the delivery of transport planning projects from inception through to completion. Working closely with experienced colleagues, you will:

• Assist with the preparation of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Travel Plans.
• Support the development of transport strategies for a range of development projects.
• Analyse transport and traffic data to inform planning and design decisions.
• Contribute to technical reports, presentations and client deliverables.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary teams, local authorities and other stakeholders.
• Support project delivery across a variety of schemes, from community developments to major new settlements and enterprise zones.

This role offers excellent exposure to all aspects of transport planning, helping you build the technical, analytical and communication skills needed for a successful career in the industry.

We are committed to supporting employees in achieving relevant professional qualifications and accreditation.

Your Impact

This role will help deliver sustainable, resilient infrastructure and community developments that create lasting benefits for people, places and the environment. Working across a range of projects, you will support the planning, design and delivery of infrastructure solutions that enhance communities, promote sustainable growth and improve quality of life. Your work will contribute to addressing key challenges such as climate resilience, resource efficiency and environmental stewardship, helping clients deliver innovative, future-ready solutions that meet the needs of both local communities and wider society.

About you

At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. Along with a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering / Geography / Transport / Engineering / Maths / Economics or a related subject and a keen interest in the Infrastructure sector, you will be:

• An Adapter - You're able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
• A Perseverer - You stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
• A Collaborator - You work effectively with lots of different people, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes.
• A Problem-Solver - You love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.

Please note, we ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that you receive sufficient time with your team and receive the appropriate level of support.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance
• Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec
• Professional progression plan, supporting you to gain professional chartership
• A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups)

Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.

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