Graduate Transport Planner

Carrington West is hiring a Graduate Transport Planner for a hybrid role based in Menston, UK. This position offers hands-on experience in transport planning, supporting real-world infrastructure projects. The role includes preparing transport assessments, analyzing data, and assisting with technical drawings. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and demonstrate strong analytical skills. The company provides structured development and flexible working arrangements.
Graduate Transport Planner (Leeds, Hybrid Working)

Are you ready to launch your career as a Graduate Transport Planner where you will be working on real-world infrastructure projects from day one? This Graduate Transport Planner opportunity offers hands-on experience, structured development, and the chance to shape sustainable transport solutions across the UK. If you are looking for a Graduate Transport Planner role where you will be learning, growing, and contributing meaningfully, this could be the perfect next step.

What you will gain from this opportunity

You will be joining a supportive consultancy environment where you will be given the tools, training, and mentorship to thrive as a Graduate Transport Planner. You will benefit from flexible working, exposure to diverse projects, and a clear pathway for career progression within transport planning and infrastructure.

About the company

My client is a well-established Transport Planning & Infrastructure Consultancy known for delivering high-quality, sustainable transport solutions across the UK. They work on a broad range of development and infrastructure projects and are committed to developing early-career professionals into well-rounded consultants.

What you will be doing

· You will be supporting the preparation of Transport Assessments, Transport Statements, and Travel Plans for planning applications.

· You will be collecting, analysing, and interpreting transport data using tools such as TRICS, TEMPro, and Excel.

· You will be assisting with junction capacity assessments using software including Junctions 10 (ARCADY/PICADY) and LinSig.

· You will be contributing to the production of technical drawings and plans using GIS or AutoCAD (full training available).

· You will be researching transport policy, local plans, and planning frameworks to inform project work.

· You will be attending site visits and carrying out transport surveys.

· You will be participating in project meetings and supporting client communication alongside senior colleagues.

What you will bring

· You will hold (or be working towards) a degree in Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related discipline.

· You will demonstrate strong numerical and analytical skills.

· You will have clear written and verbal communication abilities.

· You will show a genuine interest in sustainable transport and infrastructure planning.

· You will bring a proactive, team-oriented mindset and a willingness to learn.

Salary and benefits

· Salary of £26,000 - £32,000 dependent on experience

· Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

· Structured training and development programme

· Exposure to industry-leading tools and projects

· Support towards professional development and career progression

Your development and working environment

You will be based in Leeds with hybrid and flexible working options available. As a Graduate Transport Planner, you will be supported in developing your technical and professional skills, gaining experience with key industry tools such as TRICS, TEMPro, Junctions 10, and LinSig. You will also build knowledge of UK planning policy and develop capabilities in GIS and AutoCAD, setting strong foundations for long-term career growth.

Take the next step

If you are looking to start your journey as a Graduate Transport Planner in a role where you will be supported, challenged, and developed, this is an excellent opportunity to apply and begin building your career in transport planning.

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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