Steer North America Consultant Programme
About Steer
We are Steer and we help people, places and economies thrive. Founded in 1978, Steer is a global employee-owned business consultancy specializing in transportation, cities and infrastructure, with over 500 staff in 24 offices around the world.
We have an enduring commitment to generate success for our clients, for ourselves and for the communities in which we support. A commitment that ultimately improves the way people live, work and travel.
At Steer, our consultants work to improve the landscape of our regions, and through our work with social equity, renewable energy and sustainability, we ensure that our clients keep social and environmental impact in mind as they conduct their operations.We believe that actions speak louder than words, and therefore have annual measurable targets across all social impact areas, particularly sustainability. We have also committed to successfully operate as a Net Zero Carbon company by 2025, participating in the UN’s Global Compact.
For further information on Steer, please take a moment to review our website Steer | Helping people, places and economies thrive (steergroup.com)
Steer is broken down into two business units, Planning and Advisory. Upon hiring, all graduates will be designated to a business unit that aligns with their career interest and is reflective of the company needs. However, regardless of placement, all will have the ability to work across markets and divisions as they continue their journey at Steer.
For more information on these specific markets, please view our Sectors page; Sectors | Steer (steergroup.com).
For more information on our Graduate Program, please view our Graduates page; Graduates | Steer (steergroup.com)
About the role
We are always looking for gifted, motivated graduates in North America to join our Global Graduate Scheme, working alongside your fellow graduates and colleagues across the UK, India, Italy, Colombia and more. If you are considering your future and are looking for somewhere to make a real, tangible difference, Steer has much to offer.
During our twelve-month Graduate Scheme, you will work together with our team of industry experts to address some of the most complex problems in the sectors we operate in. As part of our Graduate Scheme, you will receive:
- a program that provides you with the skills needed for a career in consultancy; personalized development program focusing on industry knowledge, consultancy skills, technical training, project management and core business skills;
- a range of onboarding activities, including meeting your fellow graduates, personal development planning and learn more about Steer and our culture;
- mentoring from senior members who will work with you to develop your skills; and
- ‘buddy’ support from a previous graduate who will help you settle into life at Steer.
- Our company is employee-owned and as a valued employee you will have a genuine influence on the running of Steer.
- Participate on a multidisciplinary team to tackle complex transportation problems
- Complete research, analyze data, generate and evaluate options to identify solutions for our clients
- Support consultation on ideas with the client, stakeholders and the public
- Perform quantitative analysis to support a range of transportation business cases, policy, and strategy projects using Excel, modelling, and analytical applications
- Report writing to document analysis, evaluation and project outcomes
- Support proposal/business development efforts
Work Life Balance
At Steer, we believe that a healthy work-life balance is paramount to long term success, which is why all employees seeking a full-time opportunity are encouraged to spend 60% of their time either in office or on-site with clients and why we aim to keep our employee’s typical work week to 40 hours (37.5 for Canada), reflective of client needs.Hours, expectations, and exemption status will be determined for any applicant seeking a part-time opportunity.
Compensation
The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $62,400 USD.
Do be advised that this is a benchmark salary of good faith. All compensation, regardless of location, may be subject to change as skills, abilities, internal equity, and geographic location are taken into account.
In addition to base wage, all employees will be eligible for an annual discretionary performance bonus, prorated to their contracted hours. Please review the benefits section for more information on total reward.
Steer reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional compensation.
Requirements- A recent Bachelor’s degree with all subjects considered, preferably with a quantitative or research element included. Bachelor’s degrees in STEM, transportation or planning or a Master’s degree in any subject would be an asset
- Passionate about transportation and behavior change
- Strong analytical, writing and communication skills
- Highly motivated, proactive and a critical thinker
- Exceptional time management and organizational skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Ability to learn quickly and be willing to solve problems involving new situations
- Transportation-related work or research experience is an asset
- Experience in Adobe Creative Cloud, ArcGIS, Cube, TransCAD, Emme, R or Stata would be considered beneficial, but not essential
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future
Who is a Good Fit for Our Team
We are a dynamic, agile, and entrepreneurial company looking for like-minded individuals to develop into expert consultants. We would like to hear from graduates who have an aptitude for Excel and a desire to work in a varied and fulfilling career.
Consultants will be liaising with clients, key stakeholders, and the wider team. Thus, good communication, confidence and strong interpersonal skills are essential to be successful in this role. Based on your abilities there will be fantastic opportunities to progress and develop in an interesting and influential sector with the opportunity to work on challenging and tangible projects that deliver impact.
Given the variety of projects we work on, people can bring a number of different skillsets to the table, from technical, mathematics and excel enthusiasts to those with a more commercial advisory driven mindset.
Benefits
For positions in the US, we offer a competitive package of benefits including private medical, dental, and vision insurance, commuter benefits, a group Share Incentive Plan, a 3% 401k contribution and a discretionary yearly bonus based on annual compensation (dependent upon individual and company performance).
Additionally, we offer up to 44 paid days off - 20 vacation days, 9 public holidays, 3 floating days, 10 sick days, and 2 volunteering days – as well as a bi-annual performance review process.
Our evaluation processes are designed around merit and capability. We don’t select people on the prestige of their educational establishments or other background information. Our interviewers are trained on how to manage selection processes fairly and without bias, and to conduct processes which do not selectively appeal more to one or more demographic to the detriment of any others.
Steer is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all candidates regardless of race, color, ancestry, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, Veteran status, or any other legally protected status.Any other human expressions and experiences not mentioned here are equally welcome. If you require an accommodation, now or throughout your employment, please let us know.
In our commitment to inclusivity in the workplace, Steer has welcomed the creation of various Employee Resource Groups, dedicated to ensuring the support, progression, and well-being of all employees. For more information, check out our social responsibility page Our social responsibility | Steer (steergroup.com).
We understand that some may be dissuaded to apply based off their compatibility with the job description. That being said, we understand that not everyone is a perfect match on paper and encourage anyone to apply regardless of hw much their work experience directly relates to the job description.
Part-time and remote working applications will not be considered for this role.
How to apply
Apply today by submitting your CV and completing our short online application form. Alongside this, you'll complete some brief assessments here to help us gauge your suitability for this exciting opportunity. Please complete these tests by 23:59pm on Friday 28 March at the absolute latest.
This streamlined process ensures that we can quickly identify and connect with passionate individuals ready to make a difference. Don't miss your chance to join a global team dedicated to delivering powerful solutions that make a measurable impact on our clients, communities, and the world we share.
For more information about our Consultant Programme, including the next stages in the application process, please visit our website Graduates | Steer