Graduate Transport Planner/Economist

Let’s Transform Society Together

We are Sweco, Europe’s leading design, engineering, environment, and regulatory consultancy. We are future planners, city shapers, urban innovators, digital transformers, net zero chasers, community connectors, social enterprisers, and lifestyle improvers. We are #DifferenceMakers.

We are now seeking applicants for the November 2026 cohort of our Early Careers Graduate Scheme. Uniquely, we recruit to role and right now we’re looking for a Graduate Transport Planner/Economist to join our Transport Planning & Advisory Team in Birmingham.

What Does the Role Involve?

As a Graduate Transport Planner/Economist within our Appraisal, Strategy & Advisory team, you will contribute to the successful delivery of transport projects from inception through to detailed design. Our team provides expert advisory services to clients, developing robust business cases for successful transport projects and strategies. We recognise the complexities of modern transportation, balancing the needs of all users while promoting sustainable and active travel modes amidst growing demand on infrastructure.

In this role, you will utilise your strong analytical and problem-solving skills to find quick, innovative, and practical solutions to complex transportation issues. You will work closely with experienced consultants, analysing and appraising transportation projects, and providing day-to-day technical input as part of a team of experts. You will thrive in a team environment, sharing knowledge and demonstrating pride in your work as you build strong, positive working relationships with colleagues and clients.

Who Are We Looking For?

Our unique, personalised programme is designed for passionate, forward-thinking graduates who want to change the world around them, who will thrive in a dynamic team environment, and who are hungry to collaborate not only with fellow graduates, but also with mentors and leaders across the business.

What Do You Need to Apply?

We want to hear from you if you:

• Have a degree relevant to the role you’re applying for.
• Have less than 12 months of relevant work experience (excluding placements).
• Are confident using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint).
• Are driven, proactive, and solution-oriented.
• Can work in the UK without restrictions either now or in the future. This is a permanent role, and we’re looking for candidates who can grow their careers with Sweco without a time limit.

What’s In It for You?

Our Graduate Scheme offers a two-year blended learning experience, with a tailored programme delivered virtually and face-to-face. You’ll have the chance to network and grow with the 2026 cohort. Personal growth will be supported by our Early Careers team, mentors, and subject matter experts from across the business. Structured masterclasses focus on fundamental skills, internal insight, and functional expertise, helping fast-track your development as you pursue professional accreditation. The programme builds your confidence early in your career and gives you a platform for genuine impact within Sweco.

You’ll receive a permanent position with an industry-standard salary and benefits package, including 25 days holiday, a great pension, and life assurance.

Please note, we will hold an assessment centre for this position in January / February 2026. All applicants will be contacted regardless of the outcome. We provide feedback to all attendees of interviews or assessment centres but are unable to offer personal feedback at the application stage.

About Us

Transforming society together, we're planning and designing sustainable communities and cities of the future. Solving the great societal challenges of our time is more relevant, demanding, and inspiring than ever before. At Sweco, we bring together experts with different perspectives and skills to develop solutions that address the challenges of urbanisation, harness the positive power of digitalisation, and make societies more sustainable. We offer our clients a combination of global expertise and local presence, adapted to their business and reality. Our ambition is to be our clients’ most relevant partner, working together to help them solve their challenges, today and into the future.

Sweco is committed to enabling all its colleagues to achieve a great balance between work and their other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, leisure activities, further learning, or other interests. We offer flexible start and finish times, part time and hybrid working options so that you can flex your hours around your day to day needs.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

It’s important to us that all our colleagues thrive at work - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects the contribution individuals can bring to Sweco. We aim to promote equality, inclusivity, and diversity for everyone.

Here at Sweco, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or maternity/paternity. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant to ensure those who serve or have served, and their families, are treated fairly. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer, and will interview applicants covered by the Equality Act 2010 that opt into the guaranteed interview scheme on the application form and meet the minimum criteria for the role.

Reasonable Adjustments

If you’re an applicant with a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please contact our HR team for assistance. In order to address your request, the following information is needed: your name, the best method for contacting you, the position title, and requisition/vacancy number. Upon receipt of this information, we’ll respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.