Graduate Transport Planner
WHY LINK?
Link Engineering is a growing consultancy offering civil, structural, geotechnical and transport planning services, with offices in Birmingham, Manchester and London. As we continue to expand and take on an ever-broader range of projects, you’ll have the opportunity to shape your own path, whether that’s taking on additional responsibilities, specialising within your discipline or progressing into leadership. Your plans for growth will be supported by senior staff who are genuinely accessible day to day and offer comprehensive mentoring to help you progress. At Link, you’ll be part of a close-knit team where no one is just a cog in the machine.
Another great fact about us is that we don’t do timesheets! We trust our team to manage their own time and communicate with the project leads, and we think that trust, especially for those earlier in their career, builds better judgement than being told exactly how to spend every hour. It’s part of how we keep things honest, collaborative and manage stress.
THE OPPORTUNITY
You’ll have the opportunity to work on a variety of development and infrastructure projects, supporting transport planning work from initial feasibility and planning through to detailed design and delivery. The role will give you exposure to real-world challenges, helping you develop your understanding of transport networks, sustainable development and the planning process, with plenty of support from experienced colleagues. As the business grows, so will your opportunities to develop your career and be rewarded for it.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supporting project managers and engineers in preparing Transport Assessments, Travel Plans, technical reports and supporting documents
- Assisting with traffic data analysis, junction assessments and transport modelling activities
- Undertaking site visits to understand local transport conditions, constraints and project opportunities
- Building your knowledge of transport planning software, design guidance and industry standards, with support from the team
- Following Link’s procedures for delivering high-quality work that adds value to our clients and projects
- Identifying and managing risks within your area of responsibility
- Coordinating with project managers, engineers, technicians and the wider project team
- Giving open, honest feedback to your line manager and the business directors
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES
- Alignment with the Link Values
- Enthusiasm about continuous learning and development
- Genuine passion for transport, sustainable development and problem-solving
- Comfortable understanding a project brief and delivering it with support from project leads
- Able to work to deadlines within a busy, supportive team
- An interest in transport planning and data analysis, with some exposure to relevant software or coursework, is desirable but not essential
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to present technical information clearly to different audiences
QUALIFICATIONS
A degree in Transport Planning, Civil Engineering, Geography, Town Planning, Environmental Science, Economics or a related discipline is preferred. Candidates from other degree backgrounds with a strong interest in transport and development will also be considered.
WORKING PATTERN & BENEFITS
We typically work four days in the office and one from home. We’re big believers in being together. It’s how we share knowledge, support each other and keep the close-knit feel our team tells us makes Link different. We keep flexible core hours of 10am–4pm, so you’re free to shape your 7.5-hour day around that window in whatever way suits you.
You’ll be looked after with our Link 4 You benefits, which includes private medical insurance, health cash plan. life assurance, income protection, a discretionary bonus, 26 days’ leave (with the option to buy or sell up to five more), your professional membership fees covered, and much more. As a certified ICE training provider, we take your development seriously too.
At Link, we genuinely look out for each other. We have a team of trained Mental Health First Aiders running regular wellbeing sessions, and a busy social calendar, from quiz nights and Mario Kart to volunteering days, like helping a Birmingham charity build a sensory room for the children they support.
Link is committed to being a diverse, inclusive employer where opportunities are based on merit and everyone is treated with respect.
HOW TO APPLY
Ready to join us? Send your CV, ideally along with a short video telling us why you’d be a great fit for the role, to mail@linkeng.co.uk. We’re always happy to answer questions too. Just drop us a line at the same address.
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What Link can offer you?
We’re always happy to have an initial chat about your needs, whether you have a project you’d like some advice on, or you’re looking for a career opportunity with us. Please get in touch and a member of our senior management team will contact you.