Mobility Grad/Consultant

About the role

Buro Happold is a global leader in sustainable design, engineering, and advisory services. We bring together planners, engineers, economists, and designers to create integrated solutions that support thriving communities and resilient cities. Our work spans mobility strategy, transportation planning, urban design, infrastructure advisory, and climate-focused solutions for public and private sector clients worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to innovative transportation and urban development projects that shape cities, communities, and public spaces.
• Build your technical and consulting skills through mentorship, hands-on project experience, and exposure to a diverse range of mobility challenges.
• Work alongside planners, engineers, urban designers, economists, and sustainability specialists to develop integrated solutions.
• Contribute to projects across North America while connecting with experts throughout Buro Happold's international network.
• Expand your expertise through professional development programs, industry events, research initiatives, and knowledge-sharing opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, Civil Engineering, Urban Design, Transportation Planning, Geography, or a related field.
• 1+ years of experience in transportation planning, mobility consulting, urban planning, engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience using GIS software to perform geospatial analyses, develop maps, and visualize transportation and planning data.
• Experience with CAD software and Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, to communicate complex ideas effectively through graphics and visual storytelling.
• Familiarity with Rhino or other 3D design software is encouraged (preferred) for developing visualizations and planning concepts.
• Strong quantitative, qualitative, and systems-thinking skills with the ability to evaluate complex transportation and urban challenges.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Able to manage multiple assignments simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced consulting environment.
• Interest in working across disciplines and collaborating with planners, engineers, architects, economists, and policy experts.
• Understanding of and interest in how transportation planning and infrastructure influence climate resilience, social equity, accessibility, and community outcomes.
• Passion for creating thoughtful mobility solutions and a strong desire to learn, grow, and contribute to meaningful projects.

Qualifications

• Passionate about shaping the future of mobility and contributing to a more equitable world.
• Willingness to embrace diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team setting.
• Commitment to advancing sustainable, equitable, and people-centered mobility systems.

Skills

• Quantitative and qualitative analysis skills.
• Geospatial analysis and mapping skills.
• Use of GIS software and CAD/Creative Suite tools.
• 3D design and visualization skills.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Project management and time management skills.
• Collaboration and interdisciplinary teamwork skills.
• Research and innovation skills.
• Climate and equity focus.

Benefits

• Salary range of $77,000 - $100,000, determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and experience.
• Generous benefits package including annual discretionary bonus, generous PTO, 10 paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, and reimbursement for certain professional licenses, certifications, and associated fees.
• Hybrid working & summer hours.
• Connection to a global network of experts in mobility, infrastructure, and sustainability initiatives.
• Extensive learning and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to contribute to our diverse and inclusive culture through participation in various employee resource groups.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $77,000 - $100,000, which will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and experience.

Schedule

We offer a hybrid working schedule and summer hours to accommodate your needs.