Transportation Planner

Responsibilities

• Traffic Modelling / Traffic Operations Analysis
• Field Surveys / Observations
• Traffic Impact / Development Studies
• Signal Optimization / Traffic Signal Coordination
• Transit Operation Studies
• Microsimulation (Vissim/Aimsun)
• Safety / Collision Analysis
• Data Processing and Analytics
• GIS / Mapping

• A self starter, comfrotable working in team environment
• Excellent with oral and wrtiten communication skills
• Fluency with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint)
• Fluency with Synchro, Aimsun or Vissim
• Programming skills in languages such as Python and R is an asset
• Working knowledge in AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and/or analytic tools such as Tableau/PowerBI is an asset
• Progressive and innovative approach to problem-solving an asset
• Knowledge of geometric roadway design, traffic engineering, travel demand modeling, transit service planning, active transportation an asset
• Knowledge and application of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Process (MCEA), Transit Project Assessment Process (TPAP), TAC Manual, MTO Geometrics Design Manual

• Two/three years of experience in transportation engineering including traffic operations studies, traffic signals, transit priority, meso/microsimulation modelling, highway and transit infrastructure projects, master and secondary plans, environmental assessments, traffic impact studies, traffic safety, pedestrian and cycling studies, and traffic management plan is an asset.
• Experience with projects involving pedestrian simulation modelling for transit stations and other public facilities
• Experience with projects involving LRT, BRT, or subway / heavy rail is an asset
• Familiarity with planning policies and guiding documents in the Greater Toronto Area is an asset
• Experience working on MTO, Metrolinx, TTC, York Region, Peel Region, Durham Region, or City of Toronto projects preferred.

• Bachelor's degree
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.

The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) The pay range for Richmond Hill, ON: $61,908 - $88,440.

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the upmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.

HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.