Assistant Transport Planner

ZipRecruiter; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Graduate / Assistant Transport Planner to join their dynamic team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop a career in transport planning, where you will gain hands-on experience in preparing technical reports and conducting transport assessments. Working closely with senior team members, you will contribute to high-quality solutions for clients while utilizing specialist software. If you are a motivated individual eager to make an impact in the transport planning sector, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Annual and performance-based bonuses

Healthcare cash plan

Qualifications

• Degree in Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Understanding of UK Transport Planning standards and processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Transport Assessments, Statements, and Travel Plans.
• Analyse transport data to support project delivery.
• Undertake junction capacity assessments using ARCADY, PICADY, and LINSIG.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Numerical Skills

Education

Degree in Transport Planning

Degree in Geography

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

ARCADY

PICADY

LINSIG

Job description

Bennett & Game Recruitment are working with a well-established, industry-leading consultancy providing comprehensive solutions in transport planning, highways scheme design, drainage, and environmental planning. Due to continued growth, our client is looking for a Graduate / Assistant Transport Planner to join their dynamic team in Fleet.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to develop a career in transport planning. You will gain experience in preparing technical reports, conducting transport assessments, and using specialist software to support a range of development projects.

Working closely with senior team members, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality solutions to clients.

Responsibilities:

1. Prepare Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, and Travel Plans.
2. Assist with Travel Plan coordination and reporting.
3. Analyse and interpret transport data to support project delivery.
4. Undertake junction capacity assessments using ARCADY, PICADY, and LINSIG.
5. Liaise with clients, contractors, and local authorities.
6. Support Team Leaders in delivering transport and highways advice.
7. Undertake site visits and surveys, contributing to feasibility studies and reports.
8. Maintain accurate project documentation and assist with other traffic/transport-related tasks as required.

Education & Experience:

• Degree in Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, or a related subject.
• Understanding or experience of UK Transport Planning standards and processes.

Technical Skills:

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office packages.
• Good numerical skills and experience working with spreadsheets.
• AutoCAD experience (desirable).
• Understanding or experience with ARCADY, PICADY, and LINSIG.

Competencies:

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Confident written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage workload effectively.
• Professional and approachable manner when liaising with clients and colleagues.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Company pension scheme.
• Annual and performance-based bonuses.
• Healthcare cash plan.

Bennett & Game Recruitment is a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex, operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency for this vacancy, and by applying, you consent to us processing your data, contacting you about our services, and submitting your CV for this role.