Senior Transportation Planner

ABOUT THE COMPANY

At Foresite Group, we are honored to have been recognized as a Best Firm to Work For over the past 13 years. As a multi-disciplinary engineering, planning, and design firm with offices nationwide, we take pride in leading the industry with our collaborative and responsive services. Our success begins with our people. We work diligently to foster a growth-oriented culture that empowers our team to thrive professionally while maintaining a healthy work/life balance.

We want everyone to love working here as much as we do. Our diverse range of services includes Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Structural Engineering, Traffic Engineering, Wireless Services, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Safety, and Broadband Engineering. Each discipline is backed by a team of dedicated professionals committed to excellence and innovation. Join us and become part of a firm that values your growth and contributions, ensuring a fulfilling and dynamic career.

We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Transportation Planner to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in analyzing, developing, and implementing transportation plans and projects that cater to the evolving needs of our growing community. Ideal candidates will possess a robust background in urban planning, transportation engineering, and public policy, coupled with a passionate commitment to sustainable transportation solutions.

If you have the expertise and drive to shape the future of our community’s transportation landscape, we invite you to be part of our forward-thinking team.

• Apply diverse knowledge of transportation planning principles across a wide spectrum of projects.
• Define regional or local transportation planning issues, lead, or participate in public meetings or hearings to explain planning studies, and gather feedback from affected parties to achieve consensus on project plan recommendations.
• Develop and update transportation plans, policies, and programs that address current and future transportation needs.
• Stakeholder engagement:
  Work with government agencies, community groups, and the public to gather input and build consensus on transportation initiatives.
• Research and Development:
  Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and technological advancements to incorporate innovative solutions into transportation planning.
• Report Writing:
  Prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders and decision-makers.
• Policy Development:
  Assist in the development of transportation policies and regulations that promote safety, accessibility, and sustainability.
• Data Analysis:
  Collect, analyze, and interpret transportation data to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement.

• Manage transportation projects from inception to completion, including budgeting, scheduling, and coordinating with stakeholders.
• Execute Tasks within project requirements and deadlines.
• Coordinate with clients, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and objectives.

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Transportation Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field.

Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of engineering experience in development of multi-modal plans. Experience with active transportation plans, complete street plans, corridor plans, and safety plans preferred.

Licensure: AICP or PTP certification preferred

• Proficiency in transportation planning software and Microsoft Office suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and integrity.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups, including government officials, community organizations, and the public.

• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exposure to a wide range of projects across engineering disciplines
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• A work-hard, play-hard mentality with regular social events and peer recognition programs
• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account with Company Match
• Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Discretionary Profit-Sharing Program
• Telemedicine + Teletherapy
• Wellness Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short + Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Flexible Schedules
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Floating Holiday
• Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Program