Graduate Transport Planner

Job Description

Graduate Transport Planner Our client is looking for a Graduate Transport Planner to become a key member of their team in Essex. The consultancy specialises in technical, environmental, highways and commercial sectors. Their wide-ranging portfolio means that the successful candidate will have the opportunity to become a well-rounded Transport Planner, focusing on development planning. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to: ·Gain an understanding of relevant local and national policy and guidance. ·Play a key role in the team and contribute towards business targets. ·Gain experience in preparing Transport Notes, Statements and Assessments, Travel plans and Site Access Appraisals. ·Develop key skills and experience to begin a career in Transport Planning Key skills required: ·A formal education in either Civil Engineering, Geography or Transport Planning. ·Excellent communication skills. ·Accuracy and good attention to detail. ·High standard of work ethic and the ability to use initiative. Benefits: Flexible working - we trust you to decide how you work. Work-life balance - we recognize you have a life outside of work; we'll do our best to accommodate your personal circumstances. Scale and scope - you'll be part of many of the UK's most prestigious schemes, including new towns and settlements of 5000 houses. Variety- as a multi-disciplinary consultancy, you will be involved from inception to completion and have the opportunity to expand your expertise and explore all areas and disciplines. Autonomy - you'll have the freedom to work in your own way, create change and shape the company. Innovation- built on a culture of innovation, we encourage you to bring and implement your own ideas, free from regimented processes or layers of hierarchy. Funded chartership and accreditations . Progression and career development - we are committed to people development, offering a strong 'promote from within' culture and sponsored training. Roadmap for progression - we're at a pivotal growth stage, opening new offices and expanding into new regions meaning there is clear scope to progress into senior level roles and build a team. Repeat business - we have a highly valued reputation for successfully driving complex projects through the full development lifecycle, supporting schemes for many years, and experiencing high levels of repeat business, providing a consistent and stable workflow. FOOTNOTE: 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 Eve Armstrong at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information. By applying for this position, you are agreeing for Carrington West to hold and process your personal data in accordance with our Data Protection Policy. Your data will be shared with third party clients specifically relevant to any roles you have applied for. If at any stage, you wish to withdraw your consent please contact us