Graduate Data Science Consultant

Ramboll
Manchester
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Graduate Data Science Consultant

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Graduate Data Science Consultant

Manchester, United Kingdom

Are you excited by the value data science brings to environmental projects? Are you motivated to realise this value and create sustainable solutions through multi-disciplinary collaboration? Do you achieve success by sharing your insight on data analytics and striving for excellence?

If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Digital Hub Team as our new Graduate Data Science Consultant and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

As our new Graduate Data Science Consultant, you will work in a multidisciplinary team, to deliver insights and visualisations to client specifications. This will involve navigating challenges across areas such as ecology and biodiversity, landscape, geotechnical, transport, and engineering. You’ll have opportunities to innovate, grow technically using the latest tech and gain experience across a broad range of projects.

Your key responsibilities will be:


  • Providing technical expertise in data processing tasks such as data capture, data cleaning, and using AI and machine learning to gain insights and automate tasks
  • Preparing data visualisations for project teams and clients
  • Programming using languages such as Python, and SQL
  • Designing and implementing data conversion pipelines, such as Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes, to efficiently manage and transform data from various sources for analysis and reporting.
  • Participate in Ramboll’s Graduate Development Programme


Your new team

You will be part of the UK Digital Hub that sits within our Environment and Health Global Business Area. This is home to our digital professionals specialising in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), data science and data management. Working across all markets and sectors, the team provide specialist consultancy to the diverse and exciting range of international Ramboll projects. This includes major road and rail projects, wind farms, energy transmission, district heating, biodiversity and liveable city projects. We also drive digital transformation projects that improve workflows and deliverables. Our team is vibrant, innovative and supportive. Creating an engaging environment where people flourish is important to us. You can expect a positive team culture, with tailored support to reach your professional development goals.

About You

From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. Whilst we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success.

These include:


  • Understanding of machine learning tools and visualisation techniques (e.g.PowerBI) to produce solutions to problems.
  • Proficient in Python using data science libraries such as Numpy, Pandas, scikit-learn, and Plotly.
  • Basic knowledge of SQL and Git for version control.
  • A qualification in Data Science or a related field.
  • Good communication skills, adaptable and proactive approach.


Due to the nature of our projects, you will be required to undergo security clearance, which includes meeting UK residency requirements and other eligibility criteria.

What We Can Offer You


  • Investment in your development
  • Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles
  • Be valued for the unique person you are
  • Never be short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
  • The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company
  • Flexible hybrid work environment, typically working 2 to 3 days remote
  • 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Matched pension contributions
  • Flexible benefits including private medical cover and life assurance


Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realise their full potential.

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents, including your CV, cover letter, etc.

We recognise that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However, passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume, and Ramboll’s supportive learning culture can help you grow. So if this role resonates with you but you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team.

Deadline: 30/05/2025

Based on the volume of applications received we reserve the right to close applications early.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

About Ramboll

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. We have more than 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries. Our experts are leaders in their fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting. We invite you to contribute to a more sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do

We believe in the strength of diversity and know that unique experiences and perspectives are vital for creating truly sustainable societies. Therefore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone can flourish and reach their potential. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourage you to contact our recruitment team to discuss any accommodations you need during the application process.Seniority level

  • Seniority levelEntry level

Employment type

  • Employment typeFull-time

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  • Job functionConsulting

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