Graduate Transport Planner

This graduate scheme focuses on delivering sustainable, data-driven public-sector transport solutions in Birmingham by handling data analysis, scheme optioneering, transport modeling, and local highway planning reviews.

About Pell Frischmann:

Pell Frischmann is a specialist advisory and technical consultancy operating across the built and natural environment, helping to shape a better future for the communities in which we work. We offer consultancy services, with access to specialist sister companies and partners, to support both public and private-sector clients. We work across sectors encompassing buildings, infrastructure, and regeneration.

Originally formed in 1926, we have a unique heritage in delivering client-focused solutions that deliver value through our commercial awareness, sustainable aspirations, and innovative approach. Our distinctive future is defined by our ownership; Pell Frischmann is a part of RSBG SE, the patient capital investment arm of RAG-Stiftung.

RAG-Stiftung is a foundation with the long-term public purpose to deal with the environmental and social commitments resulting from the closing of Germany’s coal mining industry. RSBG SE’s mission is to generate sustainable funds for the foundation; so, our work directly contributes to the challenge of fighting global pollution and climate change.

About the role

We’re seeking two motivated Graduate Transport Planners to join our dynamic team based in Birmingham city centre. This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in the delivery of innovative, sustainable, and data-driven transport solutions across a diverse range of development and infrastructure projects.

As a Graduate Transport Planner, you’ll get experience in all aspects of transport planning, primarily focussed on public sector projects — including policy and strategy development, scheme optioneering and design, business cases, development control (reviewing transport assessment and travel plans), and transport modelling/appraisal.

Our projects include corridor studies, active travel, public transport priority and road safety initiatives, taking a Healthy Streets approach. You’ll work in project teams under the guidance of our discipline experts, who will be responsible for supporting your professional development.

Upon joining, You’ll also be enrolled onto our Graduate Programme, designed around the competence requirements of professional institutions and created to help you build a strong foundation for your career. The programme offers opportunities to network with other graduates across the Group while developing key skills in areas such as project management, business effectiveness and personal effectiveness, in addition to the day to day technical elements.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Data Analysis – Collect, process, and analyse transport data (traffic, public transport, demographic) to identify trends and inform decisions.

• Scheme Development – Help develop transport proposals, including generating options and producing concept and preliminary designs, using tools such as AutoCAD.

• Transport Modelling – Support the development and use of transport models to assess future scenarios and the potential impacts of scheme.

• Business Cases & Scheme Appraisal – Assist in the appraisal of projects in line with DfT/TAG guidance and contribute to business cases.

• Development Planning – Support Development Control activities on behalf of Local Highway Authorities, including reviewing Transport Assessments and Travel Plans submitted as part of Planning Applications.

• GIS & Visualisation – Produce maps, figures, and spatial analysis using GIS tools.

• Sustainable Transport – Contribute to active travel, public transport, and decarbonisation initiatives.

• Reporting – Prepare clear technical reports, presentations, and supporting materials.

• Stakeholder Support – Attend meetings and assist with client and stakeholder engagement.

• Project Support – Help manage tasks, timelines, and deliverables across multiple projects.

Right to work

This role forms part of a structured Graduate Programme and is not eligible for employer sponsorship at any stage. You must therefore have the unrestricted and ongoing right to work in the UK for the full duration of the programme and be able to continue employment beyond this period without sponsorship.

What Qualifications, Experience & Skills are; Essential or Preferred?

Qualifications

• Batchelor’s degree in Transport Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning or a related subject.

• Master’s degree in Transport Planning/Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geography or a related subject.

Experience

• N/A

• Placement or internship experience in a related field

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Word and Excel)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

• A proactive and collaborative approach to work

•  Familiarity with GIS software (ArcGIS or QGIS)

• Awareness of UK transport policy and appraisal frameworks (e.g., TAG)

• Awareness of data analysis or modelling tools

• Understanding of sustainable transport and active travel principles

Why Pell Frischmann?

We are one of the UK's most influential and highly respected firms of infrastructure and built environment professionals. We provide a collaborative and supportive working environment, where you’ll have the freedom and flexibility to create your own pathway and make a real impact within the business and in the communities in which you will operate.