• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in urban planning, landscape architecture, urban design, engineering, or a related field
• At least 2 years of planning experience at a consulting firm, public entity, non-profit, or higher learning institution
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and multi-phased projects
• Experience independently managing tasks or projects
• Experience with ArcGIS and/or QGIS
• Proficiency using Excel for data and demographic analysis

• At least 5 years of active transportation, planning, landscape architecture, urban design, or other related experience
• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field or additional work experience in lieu of secondary education
• Strong writing skills and experience working as a support and/or lead writer for planning documents
• Experience conducting public outreach and engagement
• Comfort and successful track record working independently on completing and/or managing tasks
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and multi-phased projects
• The motivation to win work for a growing office including forming and managing client relationships, identifying potential opportunities, and developing proposals and interview materials

• A bachelors or master’s degree in landscape architecture.
• 5+ years of hands-on landscape architecture experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in project programming, master planning, site design, and all design phases
• Strong proficiency with hand and digital graphic techniques to communicate design ideas and produce illustrative graphics.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchup, AutoCAD
• An interest in multimodal and active transportation design.
• A client-service attitude and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Licensure is a bonus but not required for this position.
• Intermediate to fluent Spanish language proficiency desirable.

AECOM is seeking a Transportation/Transit Engineer (EIT)to be based in the following locations:

Austin, TX; Dallas, TX; Phoenix, AZ and Murray, UT.

This position is expected to begin in May 2021.

At AECOM, we believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

We take on the most complex challenges and pioneer innovative, iconic solutions that push the limits of what’s possible – the world’s longest cable-stayed bridge, record-breaking sports events, the largest greenfield port development mega project, life-sustaining and disaster recovery programs, and the tallest tower in the Western Hemisphere.

On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, governments, energy and the environment, we deliver professional services throughout the project lifecycle.

We are proud to be recognized for excellence:

• Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies – 2014-2020
• #1 in Transportation and General Building in Engineering-News Record’s 2019 “Top 500 Design Firms” and #1 2019 “Top 200 Environmental Firms”
• VIQTORY 2020 Military Friendly® Gold Employer
• Perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index for 2017-2019

As populations grow, so do demands for safe, expedient and cost-effective transportation. AECOM’s Transportation business line partners with clients around the world to build, modernize and expand transportation projects that carry all of our communities into the future — safely and reliably.

We use our extensive knowledge in planning, designing and managing transportation systems — as well as restoring and replacing aging infrastructure — to help our public and private clients find smarter, more advanced ways to move people across cities, countries and continents.

Our integrated approach and social responsibility have earned us the trust of local municipalities, government agencies, commercial clients and public-private partnerships. Our expertise and global reach enable us to deliver high-quality solutions for our clients that pave the way for long-lasting benefits to society.

The appropriately qualified applicant will be able to demonstrate a knowledge in Civil/Transportation Engineering specific to transit, roadway and urban design, drainage design, grading design, traffic control design, and the preparation of construction documents, including plans, specifications and construction estimates.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Researching and writing Urban Corridor Improvement plans
• Developing plans for Bus Rapid Transit, Light Rail Transit, and other multi-modal improvements
• Developing Site Grading Plans
• Arterial Reconstruction and/or Traffic Signal Improvement Plans
• Drainage and Erosion Control Plans
• Utility coordination
• Coordination with the transportation planning team to conduct equitable public outreach, preparing materials and presentations.
• Assists with other duties assigned by senior staff and/or Project Managers.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Valid Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical writing
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Bentley Microstation/Geopak/Inroads
• Proficiency with Geographic Information Systems, including ArcMap and ArcGIS Online
• Previous internship experience with an emphasis in civil engineering fields such as transit design, roadway design, site design, utility design, stormwater and multimodal transportation projects.
• Basic knowledge of transportation topics
• An understanding of AASHTO, NACTO, APTA, state DOT, and/or City Standards
• An ability to coordinate among multiple disciplines including architecture, landscape architecture, ITS, communication, electrical, structural, and urban planning
• Good interpersonal skills, good command of the English language both verbally and written, the ability to express thoughts clearly, good time management skills, and a good attitude towards work
• Ability to work as a member of a team or perform independent work as required

What We Offer

When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is pioneering the future. Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions inclusion, diversity and overall employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only delivering a better world, but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

Job Category Engineering – Transportation

Business Line Transportation

Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)

Country United States of America

Position Status Full-Time

Requisition/Vacancy No. 243966BR

Additional Locations US – Dallas, TX – 13355 Noel Road, US – Murray, UT – 756 East Winchester Street, US – Phoenix, AZ – 7720 North 16th Street

AECOM is seeking a Transportation/Transit Planner to be based in the following locations:

Austin, TX; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Los Angeles, CA; Minneapolis, MN; and Phoenix, AZ.

This position is expected to begin in May 2021.

At AECOM, we believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

We take on the most complex challenges and pioneer innovative, iconic solutions that push the limits of what’s possible – the world’s longest cable-stayed bridge, record-breaking sports events, the largest greenfield port development mega project, life-sustaining and disaster recovery programs, and the tallest tower in the Western Hemisphere.

On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, governments, energy and the environment, we deliver professional services throughout the project lifecycle.

We are proud to be recognized for excellence:

• Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies – 2014-2020
• #1 in Transportation and General Building in Engineering-News Record’s 2019 “Top 500 Design Firms” and #1 2019 “Top 200 Environmental Firms”
• VIQTORY 2020 Military Friendly® Gold Employer
• Perfect score on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Corporate Equality Index for 2017-2019

As populations grow, so do demands for safe, expedient and cost-effective transportation. AECOM’s Transportation business line partners with clients around the world to build, modernize and expand transportation projects that carry all of our communities into the future — safely and reliably.

We use our extensive knowledge in planning, designing and managing transportation systems — as well as restoring and replacing aging infrastructure — to help our public and private clients find smarter, more advanced ways to move people across cities, countries and continents.

Our integrated approach and social responsibility have earned us the trust of local municipalities, government agencies, commercial clients and public-private partnerships. Our expertise and global reach enable us to deliver high-quality solutions for our clients that pave the way for long-lasting benefits to society.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Supports planning studies and reports for new and updated plans and programs.
• Collects a variety of statistical data and prepares reports and maps on topics, such as census information, land use, roadway network, transit network, crash records, ridership, and asset inventories.
• Analyzes data and prepares detailed maps for use on thematic maps and in reports.
• Conducts concept level evaluation of transportation improvement options.
• Documents and presents findings on transportation planning projects.
• Researches current transportation related topics at local, State, and Federal levels.
• Researches project options and documents findings.
• Supports public outreach activities.
• Assists with other duties assigned by senior staff and/or Project Managers.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Valid Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters preferred in Urban Planning, Geography, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Sciences, Economics, or related fields
• Strong technical writing skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Proficiency with Geographic Information Systems, including ArcMap and ArcGIS Online
• Proficiency with InDesign and various graphics software
• Basic knowledge of transportation planning topics
• Related experience through internships

What We Offer

When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is pioneering the future. Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions inclusion, diversity and overall employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only delivering a better world, but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

Job Category Engineering – Transportation

Business Line Transportation

Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)

Country United States of America

Position Status Full-Time

Requisition/Vacancy No. 243917BR

Additional Locations US – Chicago, IL – 303 E Wacker Drive, US – Dallas, TX – 13355 Noel Road, US – Denver, CO – 717 17th St, US – Houston, TX – 19219 Katy Freeway, US – Los Angeles, CA – 300 S Grand Ave, US – Minneapolis, MN – 800 S LaSalle Ave, US – Phoenix, AZ – 7720 North 16th Street

Wetherill Engineering, Inc. (WEI), established in 1993, is a privately held and employee-owned engineering firm. Wetherill Engineering, Inc. is honored to be a woman-owned, certified DBE with the North Carolina Department of Transportation and other governmental agencies, and HUB certified with the North Carolina Department of Administration. The firm is ranked as one of the top 74 firms in the Southeast by Engineering News-Record and a Top MWBE firm in the Triangle region by Triangle Business News.

Wetherill Engineering, Inc. is seeking an experienced, motivated individual to manage the Transportation, Planning & Traffic Engineering unit as the Transportation Planning Manager in Raleigh, NC. The ideal candidate is a licensed engineer with a minimum of 15+ years in traffic engineering and/or transportation planner. This position will work on a variety of transportation assignments including capacity analyses, traffic impacts studies, environmental studies, long-range plans, and multimodal assessments, among others. The Transportation Planning Manager is best suited for someone who possesses a proven record of client interaction and the ability to plan and manage planning efforts. The position requires a person who is thorough, self-directed, and having sound interpersonal skills to build and maintain professional relationships at all organizational levels.

The Transportation Planning Manager position is full-time (30-40 hours weekly) with benefits that include health, vision, life, and dental insurance along with a retirement plan plus paid holidays and vacation. Salary range for this position is $90,000 – $120,000 annually. Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Key Responsibilities

· Develop and manage traffic planning projects including Planning Studies, data analysis, intersection analysis, interchange justification reports, performing capacity analysis on networks and the development of Traffic Impact Studies;

· Oversee management of project budgets and consultant activities and ensures compliance with project schedules, budgets, and applicable regulations, policies, and procedures;

· Develop relationships that lead to long-term business partnerships that extend beyond project completion, while working towards mutual success for our clients and Wetherill Engineering, Inc;

· Prepare, review, and/or maintain technical, financial, and general reports, presentations, long- and short-range plans, agenda items, records, and other documents;

· Represent clients at public meetings, performing contract negotiation and administration, and project budgeting;

· Maintain and enhance Wetherill Engineering, Inc.’s reputation with clients, approval agencies and industry professionals as an outstanding service provider;

· Create a culture of collaboration by being both an effective team leader and contributor;

· Manage and lead other team members while working on projects; complete tasks and delegate specific project tasks as appropriate;

· Demonstrate successful experience in leadership, including defining and setting the direction for a team and project, strategy development, and change management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Knowledge of all modes of travel including highway, bus, rail, bicycle, and pedestrian in urban, suburban and rural environments;

· Knowledge of NCDOT and local government maintenance traffic requirements;

· Knowledge of means and methods, materials and industry standards;

· Knowledge of basic roadway and traffic engineering principals;

· Ability to develop submissions per NCDOT standards and requirements;

· Ability to develop traffic analysis reports and traffic capacity analysis;

· Strong project management skills, with experience in organizing, planning and executing multiple concurrent projects from pursuit through closeout, involving internal personnel, contractors and vendors;

· Proficient skills in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant design software, which may include AutoCAD Civil3D, GIS, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, Storm CAD, Water CAD, and Pond Pack;

· Ability to participate and lead discussions in a variety of settings with clients, teams, etc.;

· Strong analytical and communication skills, both written and oral;

· Valid driver’s license.

Education and Experience

· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering;

· Professional Engineer (P.E) / Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) – is desirable;

· Minimum of 15+ years of experience as a traffic engineer and/or transportation planner;

· Experience with Highway Safety Manual, Highway Capacity Manual, Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and AASHTO guidelines;

· Experience in planning or project management for transportation projects;

· Experience with Synchro and Transmodeler. Experience with Trans CAD – a plus;

· Experience with GIS and concept rendering software – a plus.

Travel will be required such as attending meetings or visiting job sites. Fieldwork may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

WEI is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Related keywords: manager

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• Traffic engineering: 5 years (Preferred)
• Transportation planning: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Professional Engineer (PE) (Preferred)
• Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) (Preferred)

Paid Training:

J.M. Teague Engineering & Planning focuses on transportation solutions for a wide range of clients. This position will coordinate scheduling and logistics for our Academy course offerings, focusing primarily on Work Zone Safety courses (e.g. Flagger and Flagger Supervisor), but also including custom-designed courses such as Planning Board Orientation Training, Quasi-Judicial Hearings, MUTCD Overview and Compliance, Traffic Signal Operation, and Tort Liability. As well as coordinating the JMTE Academy, this position includes  marketing tasks related to the company’s website, newsletters and social media. Our office is in beautiful Waynesville, North Carolina (Haywood County), so come join us in the WNC mountains! Send your resume to Jon Sears, our Office Manager, if you’re interested in the position: jon@jmteagueengineering.com

DUTIES:

• Complete tasks related to Academy course offerings with a special focus on Work Zone Safety course offerings and marketing tasks related to newsletters and website as outlined.
• Maintain excellent client relationships through contact management including phone, mail, and email communication
• Manage JMTE Academy Database with focus on the Work Zone Safety portion and its availability to the public through the JMTE website
• Coordinate with clerical staff for copying, collating, binding, and other treatments for course materials, reports, certificates, cards, PDH verifications, and other items and recognitions, and distribute the same.
• Manage course scheduling including registration and site selection and provide frequent communication with course instructors regarding all phases of the course from inception to completion.
• Prepare instructional materials as requested by individual instructors in the Academy including maintaining electronic versions of all training materials from courses, classes, seminars, and speeches
• Assist with developing new Academy courses as requested and instructed by supervisor
• Maintain records for retention, protection, and retrieval; transfer and disposal of records including electronic filing and paper filing
• Produce and manage a regular marketing campaign to include newsletters, social media, press releases, and professional journal releases.
• Manage the JMTE website and analyze analytics to ensure search engine effectiveness, appropriate content, freshness, testimonials, and up to date information
• Constantly look for and act upon unique marketing opportunities for JMTE
• Develop, maintain, organize, and ensure effectiveness of all JMTE processes related to marketing and branding.
• Assist other clerical staff with reception and phone duties as needed and requested

DESIRED SKILLS, CERTIFICATIONS and TRAINING:

• Excellent communication including verbal and writing skills for internal and external communication
• Ability to work in a team environment, planning, organizing and prioritizing tasks
• Maintain seamless productivity in a fast-paced environment with frequent deadlines

Land of Sky Regional Council is seeking a motivated individual to fill a permanent Regional Transportation Planner position. The position is responsible for the Regional Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Program for the Land of Sky Region. They will also work with the Economic and Community Development Department to complete various transportation, land use, workforce development, and technical assistance work to member governments. The position will plan, organize and coordinate activities of the TDM program. This program will facilitate transportation demand management strategies to reduce employee travel demand and shift behavior away from single occupant vehicles. For example, the TDM program coordinator will be responsible for developing information regarding: charts on typical peak time drive times and transit trip times to major employment centers in the region; transit schedules, routes and fares and transportation schedules; carpools, vanpools and ridesharing; and bicycling and pedestrian safety tips for all users.

Distinguishing Features of the Class: This position is responsible for facilitating communication and collaboration with companies, academic institutions, local, state and federal government, and other agencies to develop a ridership for alternative transportation in the region. The planner must briefly interview perspective partners and clients to obtain sufficient information and assess the transportation options, offer assistance to clients in a friendly, courteous caring way. This worker must assure confidentiality of customer information is not compromised. Complexity of subject matter is substantial in this position as employee is responsible for evaluating, interpreting and explaining transportation planning, policies and procedures. Employee encounters a variety of situations and collaboratively determines appropriate course of action with supervision and is responsible for serving as an agency image.

Essential Duties and Tasks

• Plans, organizes and coordinates the activities of TDM program;
• Plans, designs and implements procedures for marketing and outreach programs for all through advertising campaigns, relationships with the marketing departments of other alternative transportation providers in the region and state, development of promotional packages, and outreach to employers who provide incentives to employees who use alternative transportation;
• Establishes and implements quality control procedures and performance measures to ensure a high level of customer service, appropriate implementation of alternative transportation incentive programs, and effectiveness of marketing the TDM program;
• Assigns and evaluates consultant work;
• Develops and manages the marketing and outreach budget;
• Oversees advertising campaigns;
• Determines requirements and makes recommendations of participating employers and incentive participants;
• Coordinates with other alternative transportation providers in the region and the state to accomplish work program established for marketing and outreach of the TDM Program;
• Coordinates with and provides necessary support for the vanpool program in order to maintain current ridership and grow the program and assists in planning routes and works with vanpool providers;
• Provides for special requests for TDM program marketing and outreach information from agency, regionwide,statewide and nationwide entities;
• Serves as the TDM Program’s representative on regional transportation/transit committees related to marketing and outreach of alternative transportation.
• Plans, designs and implements procedures for assessment of development applications as they pertain to potential park- and-ride facilities, including coordination with transit services and local land use agencies;
• Coordinate Strive (Not to Drive) community events with regional partners and stakeholders;
• Coordinates and assists with regional transit programs and funding opportunities as needed;
• Develops appropriate grant applications for TDM programs; and
• Assists in management of Federal Aid programs that fund commuter service activities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Alternative transportation program practices, including marketing and outreach;
• Federal Transit Administration and Federal Highway Administration Regulations;
• Public relations techniques;
• Ability to find, download, interpret and present in a graphic way the region’s demographic, employment and commute pattern data.
• ESRI ArcGIS skills desirable
• Computer operation and desk top publishing and database software;
• Program management;
• Supervisory principles and practices;
• Public Transportation Programs
• Local geography and commute patterns;
• FTA and FHWA grant application and administration requirement;
• Fiscal record keeping and budgeting procedures;
• Business mathematics and cost analysis

Learn more: http://landofsky.org/pdf/Admin/PlannerI_TDM_2020.pdf

How to Apply?

To apply for any positions at Land of Sky Regional Council, please send a completed Land of Sky Regional Council job application, a resume and a cover letter. Applications without a resume and cover letter will not be accepted. EOE/AA/ADA Employer

Land of Sky Regional Council Job Application (Download and save the application before completing)

Email cover letter, resume and application to:
Info@landofsky.org

Mail or drop off cover letter, resume and application at:
Land of Sky Regional Council
339 New Leicester Hwy., Suite 140, Asheville, NC 28806
Fax to: 828-251-6353