Graduate Transport Planner

Job Description

Graduate Transport Planner – Bristol

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About the Role

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We are looking for a Graduate Transport Planner to join a growing transport planning team in Bristol.

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This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate looking to build a career within transport planning, working alongside experienced consultants on a variety of exciting and technically challenging projects across the UK.

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You’ll gain exposure to all aspects of transport planning, from data collection and analysis through to the preparation of transport assessments, technical reports and supporting documentation for planning applications.

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The Role

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As a Graduate Transport Planner, you will:

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• Assist with the preparation of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements and Travel Plans.

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• Undertake traffic and transport data analysis and interpretation.

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• Assist with junction capacity assessments and traffic modelling.

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• Support the preparation of technical reports and presentations.

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• Carry out research into transport networks, development proposals and relevant planning policy.

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• Assist with parking, accessibility and sustainable transport assessments.

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• Liaise with clients, local authorities, developers and other project stakeholders.

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• Support senior team members on a range of residential, commercial, retail and mixed-use developments.

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• Contribute to projects from initial feasibility through to planning submission and delivery.

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• Develop your technical knowledge and understanding of the UK transport planning and development process.

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About You

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We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic about developing a career in transport planning and has a genuine interest in the built environment and sustainable transport.

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You’ll ideally have:

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• A degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, Mathematics or another relevant subject.

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• Strong analytical and numerical skills.

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• Good written and verbal communication skills.

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• A keen eye for detail and a methodical approach to work.

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• The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

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• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

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• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

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• An interest in transport, highways and the planning/development sector.

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• Previous experience within transport planning is advantageous but not essential, as full training and support will be provided.

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What's on Offer

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• Competitive graduate salary.

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• Structured training and career development.

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• Exposure to a diverse range of projects and clients.

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• Support towards relevant professional qualifications.

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• Hybrid working and a modern Bristol office environment.

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• Clear progression opportunities within a growing team.

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• The opportunity to work alongside experienced transport planning professionals.

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• A varied role where you can develop both technically and commercially.

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