Traffic Project Engineer

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Summary

The Traffic Project Engineer performs traffic counts, engineering calculations, traffic analysis, computer aided modeling and simulations, illumination design, and design of temporary and permanent traffic control devices for large, complex civil and transportation projects. Duties include coordination with clients and government agencies, preparation of traffic analyses, plans, specifications and cost estimates, technical report writing, performing quality control checking of others’ work, and other duties as assigned with very little oversight.

The person in this position is expected to exercise a strong work ethic, desire to learn and apply new design concepts, providing training and mentoring to others with less experience, and have great organizational and communication skills. A Traffic Project Engineer 1 should demonstrate advanced proficiency with drafting fundamentals and software, be able to quickly apply traffic design concepts, and exercise discretion and judgement in all work tasks.

This person is expected to work well with others, absorb and apply constructive criticism, and seek guidance from more experienced members of the team as necessary.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Software

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) - Proficient
• Market Sector Software (AGi, SIDRA, Synchro, AutoCAD, Microstation, Vissim, Guide Sign, Auto Turn) - Proficient

Technical Expertise

• Fully proficient understanding of technical fundamentals related to the market sector
• Leads technical efforts on a variety of project types, sizes and complexities
• Mentors others on technical tasks and skills
• Performs quality control of moderately complex deliverables

Teamwork

Team player who leads small teams (1-2 people) to complete challenging assignments. Is an independent thinker, provides clear communication and direction to others, and takes responsibility for their results.

Project Delivery

Produces the following independently and oversees others with less experience:

• Technical reports and memos
• Traffic analyses
• Specifications
• Construction quantity calculations and cost estimates
• Design documents and construction plans
• Breakdown of costs and scope of work - basic
• Schedules - basic
• Proposal technical approach

Understanding Budget and Schedule

Advanced understanding of scopes, schedules, and budgets. Develops budgets and schedules for complex tasks. Breaks down complex projects into logical tasks. Able to prioritize multiple assignments to successfully deliver all assigned projects on time and on budget. Mentors others on above

Industry Standards and Regulations

• Interprets, selects, and employs design codes with advanced skill:
• AASHTO Greenbook
• FHWA Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
• ITE Trip Generation Manual and Handbook
• ITE Parking Generation Manual
• TRB Highway Capacity Manual (HCM)
• TRB Highway Safety Manual (HSM)
• State-specific design manuals for signal, lighting, signing/striping, traffic control plans
• State-specific specifications manuals for signal, lighting, signing/striping, and traffic control
• ANSI/IES RP-8 Recommended Practice for Design and Maintenance of Roadway and Parking Facility Lighting
• NCHRP 765, 562
• NFPA 70, National Electric Code
• NACTO Urban Design Guide
• Actively mentors others on interpreting design codes
• Understands limitations of design codes

Client Interaction

Frequent direct communications with clients to resolve technical issues on moderate to complex projects. Leads…