Graduate Transport Planner

Graduate Transport Planner
 
Oxford, £26000 - £28,0000 Salary DOE +
Are you looking to start your career in transport planning and put your academic knowledge into practice on real-world development projects? This is an excellent opportunity to join an established consultancy where you will gain hands-on experience, work alongside experienced transport professionals and develop the technical skills needed to build a long-term career in the industry.
 
My client is looking for a Graduate Transport Planner to join their growing team in Oxford. You will be supported from the outset, gaining exposure to a varied portfolio of projects while developing your understanding of transport assessments, travel planning and development planning.
 
Build your career in transport planning
My client is an established consultancy working across transport planning and development infrastructure. You will become part of a collaborative team delivering transport solutions for a range of development projects.
 
As a graduate, you will have the opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues, take on increasing responsibility as your knowledge develops and gain valuable experience across different stages of the planning and development process.
 
What you will be doing
As a Graduate Transport Planner, you will be involved in a varied workload and will develop your technical and commercial understanding of transport planning.
You will be:
·Assisting with the preparation of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Travel Plans.
·Supporting transport planning work for residential, commercial and mixed-use developments.
·Undertaking data collection, research and analysis to support project delivery.
·Analysing traffic, transport and accessibility data.
·Assisting with junction capacity assessments and other technical transport analysis.
·Supporting senior members of the team with planning applications and development proposals.
·Liaising with colleagues, clients, local authorities and other project stakeholders.
·Producing clear technical reports, drawings and supporting documentation.
·Developing your understanding of relevant transport planning policy and guidance.
·Managing your workload across multiple projects as your experience develops.
 
What you will bring
To be considered for this Graduate Transport Planner opportunity, you will ideally have:
·A degree in Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning or another relevant discipline.
·An interest in transport planning, development planning and the built environment.
·Good numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
·Strong written and verbal communication skills.
·The ability to produce clear and accurate written work.
·Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
·Confidence using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
·A willingness to learn new transport planning software and technical methodologies.
 
Previous transport planning experience, including a placement or internship, would be beneficial but is not essential.
 
Salary and benefits
The salary for this position is £26,000 - £28,000 per year dependent on experience, alongside a competitive benefits package.
 
You will also have the opportunity to develop your technical expertise through practical project experience and support from experienced transport planning professionals.
 
Your development and working environment
Based in Oxford, this role provides an excellent starting point for someone looking to establish themselves within the transport planning profession.
You will be given opportunities to broaden your project experience, develop your technical capabilities and take on greater responsibility as you progress. My client is committed to supporting professional development and providing a clear environment in which you can build your career.
 
Interested in becoming a Graduate Transport Planner?
If you are looking for your first step into transport planning and want to develop your career with an established consultancy in Oxford, apply today with your CV for further information.
 
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
 
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Adam Butler at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.
 
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