Project Manager/Traffic Engineer- Salt Lake , UT
Listed on 2026-06-26
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Engineering
Engineering Design & Technologists, Civil Engineering, Environmental Compliance & Protection, Safety Engineer
Lochner, an Egis company, is recruiting for an experienced Project Manager & Traffic Engineer to lead and support projects or traffic design tasks within Utah and the West Region. The role involves preparing plans for signing/striping, lighting, traffic signals, ITS, intersections, and Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) for large-design build projects for UDOT and/or other local governments.
Your Impact- Leads design of traffic engineering projects or traffic design tasks under larger projects
- Prepares plans for signing/striping, lighting, traffic signals, ITS, and intersections
- Prepares plans for Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) for large-design build projects
- Basic traffic simulation/modeling using HCS, SYNCHRO, CORSIM, and VISSIM
- Prepares traffic impact analysis and other related traffic reports
- Reviews construction plans, design calculations, specifications, and cost estimates to ensure completeness, accuracy, constructability, and conformity to local standards or best engineering practices
- Strong report writing skills
- Responsible for quality assurance and quality control through the development and review of construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates
- Prepares project reports and feasibility studies
- Works as a team player with staff at all levels
- Leads aspects of project pursuit teams and participates in the development of project proposals and/or interviews
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
- 6+ years of traffic engineering design and operations experience
- Professional Engineer License required;
Professional Engineer License in Utah desirable - Builds and maintains strong client relationships through finding new project work, contract negotiations, and project delivery
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD/Civil3D and/or Micro Station/Open Roads Designer; proficient in Microsoft Office, Synchro, and Bluebeam
- Knowledge of relevant design standards and guidelines such as UDOT Standard Drawings & Specifications, Highway Design Manual, Design Information Bulletins, and local municipal design standards
- Ability to work with the marketing team to support project pursuits, including development of project proposals (written, presentations, interviews, etc.)
- Advanced level of technical writing and communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to build strong relationships
Joining Lochner means gaining access to a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health and financial well‑being throughout your career.
Benefits- Competitive premiums for medical, dental, and vision
- Paid time off and flexible holiday program
- Company‑paid disability, including paid maternity leave, and life insurance
- Health savings account with employer contribution
- Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and/or dependent care
- Paid family leave
- Retirement savings plan with employer match
- Flexible work schedules (hybrid or remote, when possible)
- Wellness program for physical and mental health
- Lochner Cares non‑profit 501c3
- Education and training assistance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off for charitable acts of service
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level is usually loud.
Physical RequirementsIntermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stooping, crawling, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 20 pounds. Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.
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