Graduate Transport planner

We are looking for a skilled Transport Planner to join our team in the United Kingdom. As a Graduate Transport Planner, you will be responsible for designing and implementing transportation plans and strategies for various civil engineering projects. You will play a key role in ensuring efficient and sustainable transportation systems for our clients. Responsibilities: Understanding the needs of our clients, the requirements of stakeholders, and the opportunities and constraints associated with a development project. Understanding the planning process and key policy documents (including the NPPF, PPG, Local Transport Plans, Decarbonisation Strategy, Gear Change etc). Assisting with data collection, including traffic counts, travel surveys, census data, and GIS mapping. Undertaking accessibility reviews, to understand the opportunities for people traveling to/from a site to use active and sustainable travel modes, and the preparation of figures to communicate this clearly. Estimating the trip generation of a development proposal, the likely mode of travel, the distribution and assignment of trips across the transport network. Using industry software to model junctions and assess the impact of traffic changes on capacity. Preparing reports including Access Appraisals, Travel Plans, Transport Assessments, and transport chapters for Environmental Statements. Asking questions, taking notes and critically reviewing the information provided to identify possible solutions for discussion with the project manager. Working directly with clients, architects/planners, highway authorities and developing positive working relationships. Getting involved in business development activities, such as use of LinkedIn and attending networking events. Candidate Profile: A Bachelors or Masters degree in a relevant field or equivalent skills/interest in transport planning. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly and concisely. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in quantitative analysis and data presentation (ideally including the use of Excel and ArcGIS). Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, and to manage multiple tasks simultaneously to meet deadlines. Attention to detail and personal responsibility to check your own work. Ability to develop positive working relationships within the team and with our clients. Work collaboratively with other disciplines (for example architects and planners) and stakeholders. Personal drive and a commitment to learning and professional development. Salary: £40,000 to £50,000 Per Annum Sector: Transport Infrastructure, Civil & Structural Engineering Contract Type: Permanent Town/City: Yorkshire #J-18808-Ljbffr