2026 UK Graduate Transport Planning and Modelling Career Path: Transport at Mott MacDonald

Croydon, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Transport Planning, Data Analytics, Problem Solving, Communication, Attention to Detail, Technical Analysis, Client Engagement, Policy Analysis, GIS, Urban Planning, Mathematics, Economics, Urban Design, Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Before making an application, please browse all graduate opportunities available as we will only accept one application per candidate.  Once you have made an application you will not be able to make changes to your selection or make a new application.  The exception is if we open new vacancies in the new year. To avoid missing out on your preferred opportunity, we also recommend that you apply as soon as possible as we will close when the position has been filled. Turn your ambition into action - apply now and shape your future with us. Job Description The key to a successful economy and thriving society is the development of safe, efficient and inclusive transport networks. This is where our graduate transport planners and modellers come in. In today’s world, we face many challenges such as global warming and a constantly growing population; we’re passionate about the role transport plays in creating solutions for these challenges. The complexities of transport networks and peoples’ travel behaviours mean that for any transport investment you need to fully understand the benefits and impacts and the extent to which it will meet our long-term needs. Whether your interest is on roads, railways or airports, individual schemes, strategies, events or an entire city, we work in the UK and internationally to help our clients shape a well evidenced plan for the benefit of society. As part of your application, we will ask you to select your preferred opportunity based on the sector and location.  Some of our opportunities will require you to be eligible to achieve security clearance, this is shown in the selection choices.  Security clearance is dictated by the types of projects we work on and normally requires you to be a UK British national or have lived in the UK for five years or more. Below you’ll find more information on the available roles. Transport Planning – Cardiff, Croydon, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Newcastle, Sheffield, Southampton As a graduate transport planner, you’ll play an integral role in supporting the delivery of a diverse portfolio of transport planning projects across the UK and potentially internationally. Based in a collaborative team environment, you’ll contribute to technical analysis, assist in preparing reports and proposals, and engage with clients and stakeholders to help shape sustainable transport solutions. Your work will span areas such as policy analysis, data interpretation, and strategic planning, with opportunities to grow your expertise in line with your interests and strengths. With a solid foundation in a relevant discipline and a keen understanding of UK transport policy, you’ll be encouraged to develop professionally-whether through mentoring, project experience, or involvement in industry bodies. Your contributions will help drive innovation and support the firm’s continued growth in the transport planning sector. Transport Modelling – Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Liverpool, London, Manchester, Sheffield, Southampton As a transport modeller, you will play a key role in supporting a wide range of transport planning activities and provide the evidence-base which underpins the decision making for investment in transport schemes and policies. You’ll develop specialist transport modelling software skills, programming skills and data analytics, to create transport models which represent the transport network, the demand for travel and the travel choices and behaviours that individuals make. You will calibrate the models against real world data and then use them to forecast a range of possible future scenarios and test the impact of transport schemes and policies. Your ability to interpret the results of the models and communicate them to colleagues and clients will help influence decision making and shape the future of our transport networks. Aviation Landside Planning - Croydon, London You will be given the opportunity to work on the spatial planning of airport landside infrastructure, including road, rail, and cycle surface access and in providing master planning and design services for airport terminals, ground transportation interchanges, road, rail and cycle-lanes, and ensuring integration with the wider airport master plan all other airport areas. You will help to create integrated Masterplans that are fit for the long-term and in line with the growth aspirations of our clients. Rail Operations Planning – Birmingham, Derby, Manchester The signalling and Rail Operations discipline plan, develop, design and implement safety critical signalling and railway operations systems across the UK and Global Transport Markets. We are involved in the whole project lifecycle from inception to delivery including; Strategic Outline Business Case, Option Selection, Single Option Development, Detailed Design, Implementation and Commissioning Support across various Digital and Legacy Signalling Systems supplemented with specialist Signal Sighting and Product Development expertise. Our Rail Operations expertise covers key aspects of Strategic Operations, Core Operations, Design & Build, Customer Experience and Transport Planning including practical operational experience at a number of UK control Centres. We have market coverage in the UK, Republic of Ireland, North America, Australasia and the Middle Eastern transport sectors with over 40 live projects in our portfolio operating across the Rail Systems, Rail Civils and Rail Transport Authority clients. Why You’ll Thrive Here: We’re proud of our award-winning reputation and the trust our clients place in us. But what truly sets us apart is our culture - one that celebrates collaboration, values diversity, and prioritises wellbeing. Here’s what you can expect: Growth & Development: From mentorship to technical training, we invest in your personal and professional journey. Inclusive Culture: We welcome diverse perspectives and foster an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Team Spirit: You’ll be part of a supportive, caring team that works together to solve complex challenges and celebrate shared successes. Purpose & Impact: Your work will contribute to safer hospitals, transport hubs, military installations, and more - projects that matter to society. Integrity & Trust: We uphold the highest standards of ethics and transparency in everything we do. Candidate Specification At Mott MacDonald, we’re looking for curious, motivated graduates who want to make a real difference. Join our purpose-driven teams where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your work enhances the world we live in. To be eligible for this opportunity, you will have less than 12 months’ relevant experience (excluding placements) and have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree (obtained no earlier than 2024) or expected to achieve one, in one of the following degree disciplines:  Transport or planning related degree  Mathematics  Geography  Economics  Data analytics  GIS  Urban planning  Urban design  Civil engineering  Aerospace engineering  In your application, you should aim to demonstrate your genuine interest in both the opportunity and in joining Mott MacDonald. You can do this by highlighting any relevant experience or interests -such as modules you've studied, previous work experience, or any research you've undertaken about our company, values, and projects. We personally review every completed application we receive as our selection process is entirely human led, we do not use AI tools and kindly expect you not to either. We want you to answer each application question with authenticity so we can get to know the real you. Joining us as a graduate is your opportunity to shape your own story. We are looking for graduates with the following strengths: Proactively takes initiative to complete tasks efficiently and independently. Communicates effectively and clearly with clients and colleagues. Delivers high quality written work with strong attention to detail and clarity. Demonstrates a structured and analytical approach to problem solving. As we want the best people for the role, we support flexible working. Please ask us at interview stage about any flexibility you may need. Mott MacDonald Ltd. are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024.  Our ethos is to develop, train and retain our graduates and therefore we are looking for a long-term relationship with our graduates. For this reason, we cannot accept applications from candidates who would be working under the Graduate visa route or other time-limited visas, (irrespective of visa duration), due to their temporary nature and the requirement for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route in future. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in the future. About your development A graduate position should be more than just a job. We know this and so do you. That’s why with our graduate roles we aim to give you the experience and technical knowledge you need to progress your career. From the moment you join us, you’ll receive the training you need. You will be assigned a mentor, who will guide you to meet the objectives of your professional training needs. You will join our three-year early careers soft skills development programme – Accelerating your Future, which is designed to give you the skills and tools necessary for a long-lasting successful career here at Mott MacDonald. You will have the opportunity to make a difference; learn more about Our Purpose and the difference we can make!  You’re probably wondering what else is on offer. Join us, and you’ll get: Biannual salary reviews: we believe that hard work should be rewarded and recognised. Therefore, for the first three years of your career with us, you’ll have biannual salary reviews. A competitive salary: in addition to biannual reviews, we will ensure that you’re given a salary that matches the current industry standard. Contributory pension up to 7% of your salary: we have the best people on our team, and we like to look out for them. With our support, you’ll have all the advice and options you need to be able to invest in your future. A flexible benefits scheme: our company is made up of a range of different people and we understand that different people want different things. That’s why with our flexible plan, you’ll have the ability to manage the range of benefits we have on offer, to suit your specific needs. Our social side Being part of Mott MacDonald means more than just work; there’s a huge range of fun and exciting things that you can get involved in.  From the moment you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your social and professional network, whether it’s meeting other graduates or joining forces with other members of staff from around the company at our annual sports day. Each of our offices have a sports and social committee which will give you the chance to be part of a variety of sports, social and charity events. We’re committed to promoting a strong culture of social responsibility and encourage our staff to play active roles in the local community. It's worth noting that sports and social committees tend to vary from office to office, so as well as getting involved in what’s already on offer, don’t be afraid to suggest new events or initiatives that you think could be a great addition. It doesn’t stop there. As well as events, you’ll also have access to discounts on cinema tickets, travel, fashion, utilities and much more as part of our company benefits which you can take advantage of the moment you join.  Equality, diversity and inclusion We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute. Agile working At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust. More about Mott MacDonald We’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy. Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence

Responsibilities

As a graduate transport planner or modeller, you will support the delivery of transport planning projects and provide evidence for investment decisions. Your work will involve technical analysis, report preparation, and client engagement to develop sustainable transport solutions.